Businesswoman, Tara Campbell Lussier, has bought the former Roer’s Zoofari and is reopening it as a non-profit zoo, NOVA Wild, and a self-drive safari, its grand opening on February 17 with the Grand Migration Light Show.
The zoo has partnered with Lumagia for a light show that runs through April 19, using 800,000 LED light displays to depict wildlife migrations around the world. It includes 10 designated animal habitats along more than a mile of trails that traverse the property.
The 30-acre zoo, called Reston Zoo before it became Roer’s Zoofari (located in Vienna), is now accredited by the Zoological Association of America and American Humane. It will focus on animal welfare, education and conservation.
The staff is made up of a team of veterinarians and an animal welfare expert.
The zoo plans to offer chats with zookeepers, feeding opportunities and other experiences in addition to its drive-through safari and ride-on exhibits.
Zoo hours are Thursday through Sunday, and every day from April 3 to 7 from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
