Yesterday’s (4 April 2026) Wild Camel educational exhibit at Cape May County Park & Zoo in New Jersey, organized by Wild Camel Protection Foundation USA, turned out to be much busier than expected. With the Easter event bringing in large crowds, we had a steady flow of visitors throughout the day, and easily a few hundred people stopped by our table.
Our exhibit was set up right in front of the Bactrian and dromedary camel enclosure, which worked out perfectly. Many people came over after seeing the camels, and we would ask a simple question: “Did you know there’s actually a third species of camel?” Most had no idea, and that became a very natural way to introduce the Wild Camel.
The kids went straight for the activities. The 3D papercrafts and stickers were completely gone within the first two hours. It was a good problem to have, and a clear sign that people were engaged right from the start.
We also ran a “Guess the Gobi Wildlife” game, which turned into a fun challenge for both kids and adults. Some visitors stayed longer than expected just trying to identify the animals. It made the whole experience more interactive, rather than just reading panels and moving on.
On the table, we had displays about Mongolian ger camps, camel culture, and the Gobi Desert, along with educational panels explaining what Wild Camels are and the threats they face. The video playing in the background helped a lot as well. For many visitors, it was their first time learning about Wild Camels.
What stood out most was how curious people were. Many came over casually, but ended up asking questions and staying for a while. Quite a few were genuinely surprised that such a rare species exists, and that there are no Wild Camels in zoos anywhere.
Overall, it was a great day. Busy, a bit chaotic at times, but in a good way. The combination of Easter crowds, hands-on activities, and the camel enclosure right behind us made it both fun and educational, exactly what we hoped for.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Cape May County Park & Zoo for their support and for allowing us to set up the exhibit at the zoo.
