The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Emergency Preparedness Event offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the complexities of managing wildlife in human care during a crisis. This is America’s only zoo on a mountain!
Embark on a guided tour to witness firsthand how these majestic animals are cared for in the event of an emergency. Explore specialized contingency plans designed to address the zoo’s unique needs, navigating the complexities of ensuring their welfare and safety. Learn from experienced zoo staff as they share insights into emergency protocols, animal behavior considerations, best practices for managing wildlife in human care during crises, and management of the wildland urban interface challenge of this location.
The visit will include a dynamic tabletop exercise where participants utilize zoo staff knowledge to resolve an evolving emergency scenario. Work collaboratively with fellow participants to develop and implement effective emergency response strategies, navigating the complexities of managing diverse species. Gain practical insights into regulatory compliance, USDA contingency planning, and the coordination of resources amidst the unique challenges of zoo environments.
Join us for this immersive event and gain skills and knowledge in zoo emergency preparedness. Don't miss this chance to network with industry professionals, engage in interactive exercises, and learn from real-world examples.
Pre-registration required by October 15, 2024
Transportation provided. Bus departs Broadmoor at 6:00 pm and returns to the hotel at approximately 8:15 pm with a drop off after the tour at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort.
Duration of tour: 90 Minutes
Fee: $35 covers cost of transportation
Maximum number of attendees 40
See a demonstration of the Colorado Springs Police Department Real Time Crime Center (RTCC), launched in January, 2024 to monitor pending and active calls for service, and prioritize the delivery of real-time information and intelligence to Police Officers. The center uses Fusus (open and unified real-time intelligence) as its RTCC platform, consolidating various resources into one web-based system. This includes multi-source public and private shared video
surveillance, drone integration, evidence requests, chats, license plate reader alerts, live streaming capabilities, specialized equipment video feeds, officer locations, and call for service data, among others. The RTCC empowers officers to make swift, informed decisions and has proven a great benefit in emergency response. Additionally, it extends support beyond routine policing to aid special operations, emergency management, disaster response information gathering, and large-scale events.
Transportation provided. Bus departs Broadmoor at 6:00 pm and returns to the hotel at approximately 8:00 pm with a drop off after the tour at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort.