What’s Brewing With Jen And A Live Lion On The Sidelines
See what was brewing with Jen Scordo today. Every day on The Best Show Ever? Jen Scordo shares a few recent weird and interesting news stories. Today that includes the fact that Dan Campbell wants a real lion on the sidelines and a zoo in China is facing backlash over what may be a human in a bear costume… Here are her stories from today.
Dan Campbell Wants Real Lion On The Sidelines
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell would like to have a real, live lion on the sidelines. It has not come to fruition as of yet and it probably won’t happen, but he wants it. In a recent interview, Campbell mentioned that he’s keeping his dream alive. Campbell claims that Lions owner Sheila Hamp has not completely vetoed the idea. However, the league is saying hard pass. Thanks but no thanks. And Campbell doesn’t just want a real lion in a cage on the sidelines… no no no, he wants the lion as a pet, on a leash, just chilling in the locker room and on the sidelines. Campbell admits that he thinks PETA would have quite an issue with his idea.
[Source – dailycaller.com]
Chinese Zoo Facing Backlash After Visitors Claim There Is A Human In A Bear Suit
The Hangzhou Zoo in China is addressing the questions from visitors who claim there is not a real bear in the zoo, but a human in a bear costume. The video of the bear is extremely human-like with the bear standing straight up on its hind legs, looking very human… as well as some sagging skin around the bear’s rear end that is causing visitors to question if the bear is real. The zoo is promising that the bear is real despite the bear appearing to wave at visitors. Angela is a Malaysian sun bear, they look more human-like than your traditional black bear. The zoo has addressed the rumors by putting out a statement from Angela,
“Some people think I stand like a person. It seems you don’t understand me very well.”
The zoo has arranged for reporters to observe Angela to prove that she is every bit 100% Malaysian sun bear.
[Source – NY Post]
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OktoBEARfest At The Philadelphia Zoo: Know Before You Go
How To Get Tickets
Tickets are only available through the Zoo’s website and will not be available for purchase at the door. It’s a rain or shine event. There are ways to save on OktoBEARfest tickets with early bird specials. The dates for the remaining sales are as follows:August 1-August 15
$85 for Early Access (6-10pm)
$65 for General Admission (7-10pm)August 16-September 10
$90 for Early Access (6-10pm)
$70 for General Admission (7-10pm)September 11-September 16
$95 for Early Access (6-10pm)
$75 for General Admission (7-10pm)Nondrinker (admitted with their party at either 6pm or 7pm): $35
Zoo Members save $5 on ticketsTickets Include...
These are some loaded tickets! You get free parking or a free shuttle service from 30th Street Station. You also get entry to the Zoo and access to the Zoo’s 42-acre campus to visit select animal exhibits, plus unlimited samples of more than 100 seasonal, fall-themed beers and ciders. They also include access to a Bavarian Beer Hall with Oktoberfest beers on tap and Oktoberfest-themed competitions. There’s also live music.Getting There
Your tickets will come with free, complimentary parking. Or, you can elect to take public transport. There is a free shuttle available from 30th Street Station for ticket holders. Be mindful of how much you drink for getting home! Taps close 30 minutes prior to the event’s end, as well.
Food Offerings
There are a number of food trucks set to be there. This list is still subject to change, but so far OktoBEARfest will feature:
BYZ. Empire
Bacon on a Stick
Bonjour Creperie
Calle Del Sabor
Deke’s BBQ
The Fabulous Fig
The Little Sicilian
The Munchy Machine
WokworksSOME Of The Participating Breweries
If we listed all of them, this page would be forty miles long. Here are just a few of the participating breweries.
Cape May Beverage
Conshohocken Brewing Company
Double Nickel Brewing Co.
Evil Genius Beer Company
Sea Isle Ice Tea
Ship Bottom Brewery
Victory Brewing CompanyFind out more about OktoBEARfest at philadelphiazoo.org.
Over 21 Only Please
OktoBEARfest is limited to those 21 or older with valid identification. No one under 21 will be admitted, including children and infants.
