My first job was at Brookfield Zoo back in 1996 when I was a sophomore in high school. I worked at the Safari Stop Restaurant, which was the largest restaurant at the zoo with the two terraces on each side and water fountains in front. I ended up working there for two years and created lifelong friends while there. Our whole "crew" were a bunch of goof-offs. Definitely some of the funnest times I've ever had.
When I was a toddler my mom got a season pass and during her summer break from teaching she would take me on the Metra from Naperville nearly every day. Some of my earliest memories are at the Brookfield zoo.
I really enjoyed this video. Used to live in Illinois myself but moved out 14 years ago. Reminds me of home , beautiful Brookfield zoo ,awesome video , thank you
You give us really nice overview of American zoos ! Nice views of routes, enclosures, various exibits and less known animals.I am only familiar with some of the Europe's great zoos and I am eager to explore US Zoological Parks. Thank you !
Thank You, I try to show every aspect of the zoo's I visit. I'm really happy viewers are finding my videos useful and are enjoying them. I hope to visit some of those great zoo's in Europe one day as well.
Love your videos, easily the best zoo walkthroughs out there. On the False water cobras, they aren't actually cobras. Cobras are front-fanged while the false water cobras have fangs in the back of the mouth. They impersonate cobras though by spreading a hood. While cobras can raise about half of their bodies off the ground however, false water cobras can't. So when they spread their hoods, they stay completely laying on the ground.
I was there 2 days ago with my dad, and for some reason, half the animals weren't even there. Maybe it was the 90-degree heat and they had to go indoors. No big cats, no rhinos, no Monkey House Asia and Africa. You can see the South America section of the Monkey House, because Asia and Africa were under maintenance. On the bright side, we got to see the new Ice Age Giants exhibit.
The animals have the option to be outside ot stay indoors where it's usually cooler. I always recommend going back later to see if the animals are outside.
Aye bro I really loved this video, in 2019 I went in July 14 you went a few days ahead of me with animals doing better activity lol but I recommend you going back next year because I went this year and last year to see new animals. They got two new lions since the ones in the video passed away 😢 they also got a new silverback gorilla, a new hippo, a new polar bear, two rescued orphans from Alaska, plus we just got koalas for the first time in history. They renovated the dolphins habitat, now they’re focusing on the new outside access for the apes that should be done next year, it’s under construction right now! After they done building the apes new outside habitat they’re moving on this this big phase that won’t be done till 2034 which is the zoos 100th anniversary. They’re bringing back elephants and Nile hippos there’s even a video about it with perfect info that you should hear!
That is great news to hear the zoo is making so many updates and additions. I'll be back in that area again in 2026. I will be sure to stop in for another visit to see the changes. Thank You for the update
@ why 2026 and not next year? but ok just make sure to make a blog of it there’s a video that gives perfect explanation of their phases to complete their master plan ua-cam.com/video/uJ0gf9gj4vE/v-deo.htmlsi=qAOi86Ny-_7QU41W
Some animals like the primates are more susceptible to the virus. It's a bummer when you can't see some if the animals but it's for the safety of the animals. I hope you enjoyed the monkeys in my tour.
Tom my name is I'm not going to be my name but what do you do if all your hats when you buy them at all you're at all the zoos you go to and all the places you do go to but we have a zoo in Pittsburgh PA it's a nice zoo where it's not as long as some and you might enjoy it so maybe someday you can go there but I just want to know what you do for your hats that's all I want to know no how do you send it
I have many of my hats hanging on the walls of my bedroom. I'm hoping to visit Pennsylvania later this tear. The Pittsburgh Zoo will definitely be a part of that.
I think the amount of stuff this zoo has accomplished being free is great. I do feel that some of the exhibits are small/bare, the indoor ones especially. Tropic World is a good example. It’s very old and feels very depressing almost. There’s nothing but bare floor and fake trees. Feels unnatural.
I think a good example of what can be different is Toronto Zoo, and how they are building an outdoor exhibit for their Orangutans. Obviously it’s harder at Brookfield, but it’s just something to consider. These animals shouldn’t be kept inside with bare trees and floors. The giant anteater probably hasn’t even seen grass.
@@TomsRoadTrippin oh dang I was told it was at this zoo. And there was a picture and it showed the same gorilla pen that was in the video. Hm maybe they got it wrong
@@Fazbear-84well there was an incident where a three year old boy fell into a Gorilla enclosure at the Brookfield Zoo and a Gorilla named Binti Jua did the unexpected she didn't attack him she actually protected him from the other Gorillas
Go to bronx zoo or phoniex zoo or Milwaukee county zoo Or Cincinnati zoo when Covid is over because it’s a little sad you missed night hunters it’s a really good exhibit
Go to bronx zoo or phoniex zoo or Milwaukee county zoo Or Cincinnati zoo when Covid is over because it’s a little sad you missed night hunters it’s a really good exhibit Thank you
If a zoo is unable to provide enough space abd facilities to house 🐘 then I agree they shouldn't have them. There are new regulations required that zoo's must follow. Not every zoo has the space requirements. I do enjoy seeing them at the zoo's that still house them, it makes it a more exciting experience.
@@TomsRoadTrippin I have also watching the other videos and I'm sad because my favourit animal is the matschie tree Kangaroo but in Germany there is only one zoo with this animals
@@TomsRoadTrippin hi im srry im the owner of this channel and my sibs use it lol i love brookfield zoo we moved and i miss it thank you for responding so nicely
These enclosure need sound walls. To absorb the sound. It's not fare to the animals or the guests. Yet this is the animal's home. So I say quiet down this insanity at this zoo. Sound walls much needed.
Go to bronx zoo or phoniex zoo or Milwaukee county zoo Or Cincinnati zoo when Covid is over because it’s a little sad you missed night hunters it’s a really good exhibit
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My first job was at Brookfield Zoo back in 1996 when I was a sophomore in high school. I worked at the Safari Stop Restaurant, which was the largest restaurant at the zoo with the two terraces on each side and water fountains in front. I ended up working there for two years and created lifelong friends while there. Our whole "crew" were a bunch of goof-offs. Definitely some of the funnest times I've ever had.
Thanks for sharing the great memories of your tome working at the zoo. It's great to hear you had such a fun working environment. 😊
Have you ever been to Six Flags in Chicago
Thank you for this zoo expedition videos!! Are so great!!
Thank You so much Aaron 😀
When I was a toddler my mom got a season pass and during her summer break from teaching she would take me on the Metra from Naperville nearly every day. Some of my earliest memories are at the Brookfield zoo.
That's a great memory, I'm glad to hear you had fun with your Mom. Thank You for sharing your memory 😊
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This is cool! I always loved Brookfield! 👍
This was a fantastic zoo, I had a lot of fun there.
Love these tours man they keep me updated with zoos across America. Keep doing you my man!
Thank You, I'm Happy to hear you enjoy my zoo tours. I have lots more to come
I have volunteered at Brookfield Zoo for 15 years now and your tour of the Zoo is excellent!
Thank You very much Janet, it's always a pleasure to hear from team members of a zoo. I try my best to show every aspect of the zoo's I visit.
Have you ever been to Six Flags in Chicago
I love all your zoo videos. Keep them coming!
Thank You Sean, more will be coming up in a few weeks.
Sean I agree I love animals
@@TomsRoadTrippin Have you visited the Bronx Zoo or San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
@@salscandura6059 I haven't been to either just yet. I plan to visit both once I'm in the area.
I really enjoyed this video. Used to live in Illinois myself but moved out 14 years ago. Reminds me of home , beautiful Brookfield zoo ,awesome video , thank you
Fantastic zoo, I had a wonderful time there.
Have you ever been to Six Flags in Chicago
I love zoos and AQUARIUMS
Me too 😀
THEBLACKPANTHER and Arianator me too we all agree
Thank you so so much this was very helpful and informative!!!!!
Thank you HunnyBunny 😊
You give us really nice overview of American zoos ! Nice views of routes, enclosures, various exibits and less known animals.I am only familiar with some of the Europe's great zoos and I am eager to explore US Zoological Parks. Thank you !
Thank You, I try to show every aspect of the zoo's I visit. I'm really happy viewers are finding my videos useful and are enjoying them. I hope to visit some of those great zoo's in Europe one day as well.
@@TomsRoadTrippin you need to Go to Wilhelma Zoo Stuttgart and Zoo Leipzig some day.
@@danielszoowelt9879 I am hoping to go International some day. There are lots of great places I want to check out. Thanks for the suggestions.
I love this Zoo I am going on Monday to Brookfield Zoo
Have a great time 😃
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First job my sister and I had was working at consesion stands at the Brookfield zoo. Fun job
Have you ever been to Six Flags in Chicago
I love The American bison in their Habitat at Brookfield Zoo❤️❤️
Very cool to see bison up close like that.
At first I thought it was a jungle seeing how massive and incredible it is!
Very good zoo...
The Brookfield Zoo is very good indeed. It's a well maintained with a fantastic assortment of animals.
I wish they still had the train that used to go all around the zoo and other places that was so cool
That would of been nice, I enjoy the trains, especially when they go around the whole zoo.
@@TomsRoadTrippin I know right!
I went to Brookfield zoo with my relatives as a kid back in theb1980s.
I'm.now 47 living in Boston area for 10 years now
I hope my tour brought back fond memories of your childhood. Was the zoo very different from your visit back then?
I’ve always loved the African section of the tropical attraction it’s so nostalgic and that weird smell when you enter.
The Tropical building was my favorite areas of the zoo. I know what you mean by smell, a mixture if many different odors.
I actually went 2 the Brookfield Zoo yesterday and I saw that they plan on adding Elephants 2 their collection
That's great news, it's always good to hear when a zoo is adding new habitats and animals.
52:45 don’t think I’ve ever gotten such a good view of a snow leopard! They generally seem like shy cats who prefer to stay hidden.
I was quite lucky to get a great view 😁
*This is just a joke, not an insult.*
Tom's Road Trippin at the zoo be like: African Elephant! *proceeds to record the animals*
Yeah I get excited seeing the animals 😀
Very Nice 👍
Thank You, I'm glad you enjoyed my tour 😊
Great! We are going to visit today 😀😀😀
I hope you have a great time, really nice zoo to visit.
Have you ever been to Six Flags in Chicago
Brookfield is a great place to visit and they have allowed me to do videos with their staff for my channel....great video
I really enjoyed my visit to the Brookfield Zoo. Very nicely run place and the animals looked great too. Thank You for the comment.
I WAS ONE OF THOSE KIDS!!!! MY FIELD TRIP WAS AT THAT TIME!!!!!!!!!
All the kids were very well behaved. I only mentioned the kids group's as it could be loud at times. I hope you had a good time on your field trip.
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I miss going to this place omg..
This was a fun zoo, I can see why you miss it. I hope my tour brought back fond memories for you.
The zoo is opened
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I have been to Brookfield zoo and it is so cool also next time you should visit Mote aquarium in Florida.
I'll work on going to that aquarium once the stay at home has been lifted.
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Love your videos
Thank You so much 😃
Love your videos, easily the best zoo walkthroughs out there.
On the False water cobras, they aren't actually cobras. Cobras are front-fanged while the false water cobras have fangs in the back of the mouth. They impersonate cobras though by spreading a hood. While cobras can raise about half of their bodies off the ground however, false water cobras can't. So when they spread their hoods, they stay completely laying on the ground.
Thank You for that bit of info and thanks for your kind words. Glad you enjoyed the tour.
Daniel Simmons cool information
I always go to this zoo it’s so fun
It was a fun zoo, thanks for watching.
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I was there 2 days ago with my dad, and for some reason, half the animals weren't even there. Maybe it was the 90-degree heat and they had to go indoors. No big cats, no rhinos, no Monkey House Asia and Africa. You can see the South America section of the Monkey House, because Asia and Africa were under maintenance. On the bright side, we got to see the new Ice Age Giants exhibit.
The animals have the option to be outside ot stay indoors where it's usually cooler. I always recommend going back later to see if the animals are outside.
Have you ever been to Six Flags in Chicago
Liked the video but Brookfield Zoo is not in Chicago. Lincoln Park Zoo is in Chicago. Brookfield Zoo is in Brookfield, IL west of Chicago!
Thanks for the Like, Brookfield is a suburb of Chicago. It's actually known as the Chicago Zoological Park.
While you're crying I'm imagining us walking together holding hands through these places I posted!
hello! im currently on my summer vacation in Chicago i live in michigan but its just a little trip
I am glad to hear my tour helped you make a decision. This is a fantastic zoo to explore and enjoy 😀
Have you ever been to Lincoln Park Zoo?
Not yet, I plan to stop by next year on one of my Roadtrips.
You know if your video of the dolphin show was erased you should say that is the description so everyone would know
My apologies, I'll add that info in the description.
@@TomsRoadTrippin you didn’t have to apologize
KNUCKLES!!!!!!!
Aye bro I really loved this video, in 2019 I went in July 14 you went a few days ahead of me with animals doing better activity lol but I recommend you going back next year because I went this year and last year to see new animals. They got two new lions since the ones in the video passed away 😢 they also got a new silverback gorilla, a new hippo, a new polar bear, two rescued orphans from Alaska, plus we just got koalas for the first time in history. They renovated the dolphins habitat, now they’re focusing on the new outside access for the apes that should be done next year, it’s under construction right now! After they done building the apes new outside habitat they’re moving on this this big phase that won’t be done till 2034 which is the zoos 100th anniversary. They’re bringing back elephants and Nile hippos there’s even a video about it with perfect info that you should hear!
That is great news to hear the zoo is making so many updates and additions. I'll be back in that area again in 2026. I will be sure to stop in for another visit to see the changes. Thank You for the update
@ why 2026 and not next year? but ok just make sure to make a blog of it there’s a video that gives perfect explanation of their phases to complete their master plan ua-cam.com/video/uJ0gf9gj4vE/v-deo.htmlsi=qAOi86Ny-_7QU41W
Did you get to go to Shedd Aquarium and Lincoln Park Zoo as well?
Not yet, will go to them next time
Please don't leave me now!
good job tom
Thank You so much 😊
I just went there yesterday a lot of the indoor areas are closed I didn’t get to see the monkeys but I still love it there I have so many memories
Some animals like the primates are more susceptible to the virus. It's a bummer when you can't see some if the animals but it's for the safety of the animals. I hope you enjoyed the monkeys in my tour.
The Monkey exhibit wuz open wen I went but the Gorilla exhibit wuz closed
Have you ever been to Six Flags in Chicago
Looks like we have been to several of the same places doing videos, heading back to Brookfield for videos in October. Great content.
Thank You, I try to git in zoos in the different areas I travel to. I really live wildlife so visiting a good zoo gets me close to the animals.
Tom's Road Trippin I live wildlife to
Have you ever been to the Six Flags in Chicago
I really like wild dogs, emus and bisons!!!
The wild dogs are one of my favs too.
Tom my name is I'm not going to be my name but what do you do if all your hats when you buy them at all you're at all the zoos you go to and all the places you do go to but we have a zoo in Pittsburgh PA it's a nice zoo where it's not as long as some and you might enjoy it so maybe someday you can go there but I just want to know what you do for your hats that's all I want to know no how do you send it
I have many of my hats hanging on the walls of my bedroom. I'm hoping to visit Pennsylvania later this tear. The Pittsburgh Zoo will definitely be a part of that.
Did you know that they are planning to add Koalas to their collection
That's great, Koala are such cute animals
@Tom's Road Trippin I visit Brookfield zoo more than 100 times
I really enjoyed my time at Brookfield Zoo so I can see why you like to visit often.
@@TomsRoadTrippin I enjoyed history and animals
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love that place I wish I could go
It was a very enjoyable zoo, hopefully you can go soon.
Love your zoo videos you have a new sub in me
Thank You Kyle, welcome to the channel.
Did you hear that they recently shipped their Crocodiles to a facility in Florida
Lots of great facilities in Florida, it's one thing my state knows a lot about us Crocodilians 🐊
Brooker zoo is booker
Tbh I’m scared that that polar bear has zoochosis😰
That typically only happens with captive wild animals. He was born at the zoo in 2006 so he wouldn't know anything beyond the zoo facility.
Animals especially big animals need bigger spaces.
Yes they do, elephant have better regulations so they must have a certain amount of space per elephant.
I think the amount of stuff this zoo has accomplished being free is great. I do feel that some of the exhibits are small/bare, the indoor ones especially. Tropic World is a good example. It’s very old and feels very depressing almost. There’s nothing but bare floor and fake trees. Feels unnatural.
I think a good example of what can be different is Toronto Zoo, and how they are building an outdoor exhibit for their Orangutans. Obviously it’s harder at Brookfield, but it’s just something to consider. These animals shouldn’t be kept inside with bare trees and floors. The giant anteater probably hasn’t even seen grass.
Hopefully they will get an update to that area, I agree the animals shouldn't be indoors all the time.
R.I.P Hirambe the gorilla😭
That was most definitely a tragedy, that happened at the Cincinnati Zoo
@@TomsRoadTrippin oh dang I was told it was at this zoo. And there was a picture and it showed the same gorilla pen that was in the video. Hm maybe they got it wrong
@@Fazbear-84well there was an incident where a three year old boy fell into a Gorilla enclosure at the Brookfield Zoo and a Gorilla named Binti Jua did the unexpected she didn't attack him she actually protected him from the other Gorillas
@@TreySarver-p5x oh I always thought hirambe was at Brookfield cause that’s what I was told
Go to bronx zoo or phoniex zoo or Milwaukee county zoo Or Cincinnati zoo when Covid is over because it’s a little sad you missed night hunters it’s a really good exhibit
I visit as many zoo's on my road trips. I'll eventually get to them.
Go to bronx zoo or phoniex zoo or Milwaukee county zoo Or Cincinnati zoo when Covid is over because it’s a little sad you missed night hunters it’s a really good exhibit Thank you
Yeppers 😊
Illinois is the star where I live in
I mean state
That's a great state to live in ☺
I cant find the link to the full dolphin show
Unfortunately the video I took of the dolphin show was accidentally erased 😣
It hurts me to see them without plants. It looks like a prison
Could you please be more specific? A time stamp of the area your referring to? Thanks
My favorite exhibit is the Australia exhibit because no one gives attention to a lot of Austrailian animals
I love the Australian animals, my favorite bird is the Kookabara. I'm hoping to one day visit Australia and see some wild kangaroos.
@@TomsRoadTrippin same i like kookaburras
Have you ever been to the Los Angeles zoo?
No, not yet. I do plan to go one day.
I'm going there tomorrow
I hope you have a great time 😃
Have you ever been to Six Flags in Chicago
allways go to this zoo still even though i live 1 1/2 hours away
It makes a great destination, very enjoyable zoo to visit.
Have you ever been to Six Flags in Chicago
Can you go to the gulf breeze zoo
Yes, I plan to go as soon as the state opens more.
Yeah what’s so great when the Elephants moved from Brookfield zoo
If a zoo is unable to provide enough space abd facilities to house 🐘 then I agree they shouldn't have them. There are new regulations required that zoo's must follow. Not every zoo has the space requirements. I do enjoy seeing them at the zoo's that still house them, it makes it a more exciting experience.
Actually I have heard that they plan on trying to bring the Elephants back
Is there a Zoo tour in 2020?
I plan to visit many zoos in 2020
@@TomsRoadTrippin cool, i came from Germany and we have also cool zoos.
I love animals so a nice visit to a great zoo is always enjoyable. Thanks for watching and be sure to check out my other zoo vids.
@@TomsRoadTrippin I have also watching the other videos and I'm sad because my favourit animal is the matschie tree Kangaroo but in Germany there is only one zoo with this animals
That is a critically endangered species. I was able to see them at a few of the zoo's I have been too.
The false water cobra gets it’s name because it is not a cobra
I'm sure if you asked that snake if he was real he'd say Yesssss I'm not a false 🐍
Did you know that they used to have Stingrays but they all died after an oxygen level malfunction
That happened at Zoo Tampa, the stingray area is being redone with better filtration systemsm
@@TomsRoadTrippin glad to hear that the Lowry Park Zoo is making Rhinovations
I'm not sure about Rhinovations but they Are making renovation for sure 😊
@@TomsRoadTrippin that was my joke because its a renovation at the zoo get it
@@treys1607 yeah I get it 😅
"Brooksfield" Zoo!
Yeah, I didn't realize I was saying it wrong
A🐘
B
Brookfield zoo is not in Chicago
😡
It's in a suburb of Chicago, The zoo is also known as the Chicago Zoological Park.
@@TomsRoadTrippin hi im srry im the owner of this channel and my sibs use it lol i love brookfield zoo we moved and i miss it thank you for responding so nicely
It's all good, Thank You
It is now known as of 2024 Brookfield Zoo Chicago
I think Lincoln Park zoo is better and it's free to get in
I read a lot of reviews on both zoo's beforehand. I decided on Brookfield Zoo as it had more to do and see.
@@TomsRoadTrippin yeah the Brookfield zoo is bigger but Lincoln Park has a equally good selection of animals. Both are good zoos
I wonder what the 2 humps are for ???
If your referring to camels, the humps store fat. That helps the camel's while out in the dessert
These enclosure need sound walls. To absorb the sound. It's not fare to the animals or the guests. Yet this is the animal's home. So I say quiet down this insanity at this zoo. Sound walls much needed.
I agree with you, since we don't usually see the animals nighttime habitat, hopefully that is sound proof.
Go to bronx zoo or phoniex zoo or Milwaukee county zoo Or Cincinnati zoo when Covid is over because it’s a little sad you missed night hunters it’s a really good exhibit
I plan to, thanks