February 7, 2006

The New The New Hope Zoo Hope Zoo

and and GardensGardens

HOPE ESTATES LAYOUT- Aerial View

ZooExpansion area

Coconut park

Gardens

Total of 230 acres(90ha)

FOUNTAIN GARDEN

MAZE

MICRODAM

LILY POND

Nature Preservation FoundationA duly incorporated company that is a non-profit, non-governmental body formed by the stakeholders of the Hope Estates namely National Wildlife Foundation (NWF), Fairshare Ltd.and the Jamaica Orchid Society (JOS)Leased to the NPF by the Commissioner of lands for a period of 49 years from April 1, 2004 to March 31, 2053. Assumed responsibility of the Estates on May 16, 2005.Approved as a charitable organization

NPF’s Mission Statement

To develop and manage Hope Zoo and the Royal Botanic Gardens as a sustainable facility for environmental education, applied research, recreation, wildlife and flora conservation for Jamaica and the region; and to position the facility as part of the Tourism Product

Partnerships to support the Mission

Government of JamaicaPrivate Sector Donor agencies locally and internationalTertiary institutionsMultiple embassies and consulatesInternational Gardens and ZoosCommunity groupsOther non-government organizations

Hope Zoo - The New Concept

EXISTING ZOO –SINCE 1961

New Exhibit concept

Jamaica Paradise and NaturaleAfrican OutpostThe AmericasBiodiversity House

                                                                               

           

Plan of exhibit concept

Jamaican Paradise & Naturale

African outpost

The Americas

Biodiversity house

Jamaican fruit bat Croaking lizard, Gecko

Swallowtail butterfly

Dolphin

Redevelopment of Hope Zoo

Hope Zoo is currently in Phase 1 development stage.To date some projects have been completed.

PROPOSED PHASE 1 DEVELOPMENT

Crocodile

Black billed Parrot

Ocelots

Petting zoo

Phase 1 : Crocodile exhibit

Funding approved, construction to be started.Features to include

- underwater viewing section - feeding station - elevated walkway

Crocodile exhibit (aerial view)

Crocodile pool

Underwater viewing section

Elevated walkway

Crocodile exhibit

Phase 1: Ocelot enclosure

Construction completedAwaiting sourcing and approval of importation of ocelots

Ocelot enclosure

Phase 1: Black billed parrot aviary

To house the endemic Jamaican black billed parrotEndangered species

Aviary - Black-billed parrot

Phase 1: Petting Zoo

Aim: to allow patrons to have close contact with the animals, domestic and non-domestic. Allows them to foster a greater appreciation for animals.

Petting zoo

EXISTING ENTRY

Entrance to Zoo

Entrance to be alteredNew structure:

- increase functionality -improve aesthetics

Administrative offices

Summary of Zoo projectsAfrican Outpost Biodiversity house - Jamaican Aviary (walkthrough)Zoo Entry buildings Purchase of animals

Renovation of Monkey Island- Flamingo Exhibit Butterfly Exhibit Wild Bird Exhibit

Completed Zoo Projects

Petting ZooVending KiosksBlack billed parrot

aviary

Incipient projects

Crocodile exhibit (finalized working drawings, construction to start)Flamingo exhibit (Design stage)Refurbishment of lion exhibit (awaiting funding)

Timelines for the Development of proposed projects Phase I

Year 1

Phase 1 Zoo Jamaican Paradise and Naturale

Approx. 7 – 10 mths

Animal Hospital Approx. 6 mths

Phase 1 Gardens (including fencing & lighting)

Approx. 8 mths

Orchid House Approx. 4 mths

Jogging Trail Approx. 3 mths

Ornamental Gardens Start

Nursery Development Approx. 6 mths

Timelines for the Development of proposed projects Phase II

Year 2 –3Phase 2 Zoo African Outpost

Start to completion

Phase 2 Gardens

Botanical Museum 1 year

JCDT Building Start

Theme Park (formerly Coconut Park)

Start

Roads and car parks Start

Ornamental Gardens Continuation

Timelines for the Development of proposed projects Phase III

Yr 3 –5

Phase 3 Zoo: The Americas

Start to completion

Phase 3 Gardens

Ornamental Gardens Continuation

Conservation & Research Facilities

Start

JCDT Building Completion