Welcome

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is proud to host the Zoos and Aquariums Committing to Conservation (ZACC) conference from January 22-26, 2018. This conference brings together zoo and aquarium professionals from all departments and field conservationists from around the world for a 5-day event filled with animal and plant conservation, collaboration, motivation and fun.
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Keynote Speakers

Keynote speakers are an integral part of the ZACC Conference. Meet the people who will inspire us during the week.

Register & Participate

Yes! I want to join in on the fun of the ZACC Conference in January 2018 to learn, to be inspired and to take action.

Schedule

 Schedule of events during the conference, including pre-conference workshops and post conference trips.

zacc Mission statement

To encourage and promote increased involvement of zoos and aquariums in support of field conservation - locally, nationally and internationally. Read our Guiding Principles.
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About Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens (JZG) has quickly become a nationally recognized zoo and botanical garden and is consistently ranked among the top facilities in the country. The Zoo has become a leader in the region for saving animals and plants in their native habitats locally and around the globe.

Discover
​Jacksonville, Florida

The city of seven bridges is located at the crossroads of the St. Johns River, Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean. Boasting the largest city park system in the country, there are miles and miles of trails to explore, sandy beaches to step foot on and some great restaurants to satisfy your palette.

2018 Conference Sponsors

This conference would not be possible without the support of the many institutions that believe in the philosophy of ZACC. We thank you for the continued support and growth over that past two decades.  Visit our sponsor page to see how you can help and the see the growing list of contributors to the conference.

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Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Attn: ZACC Conference
370 Zoo Parkway
Jacksonville, FL 32218

questions? email us!

All photos of animals and plants were taken at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens by Rob Bixby.