March 6, 2025
Royal Credit Union (Royal) has partnered with the Minnesota Zoo Foundation to bring the Royal Credit Union Sea Lion Discovery show to life, creating a new highlight of the zoo experience.
Having premiered on Thursday, March 6, the Royal Credit Union Sea Lion Discovery Show takes place twice daily at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. inside Discovery Bay. The show features one or more of the five California sea lions that call the Minnesota Zoo home: Hudson, Flynn, Clyde, JoJo, and Theo. Guests watch the animals showing off their natural behaviors in and out of the water and having fun interactions with the animal care team.
"At Royal, our core purpose is to create a positive impact in the lives we touch. We are thrilled about our new partnership with the Minnesota Zoo Foundation, as it aligns perfectly with our commitment to being a strong community partner and supporting local nonprofit organizations,” shared Melissa Koontz, Royal’s Vice President of Marketing and Communications. “This collaboration is an opportunity to make a difference by offering an exciting new educational experience. We look forward to helping families create special memories for years to come at Royal Credit Union Sea Lion Discovery."
Royal Credit Union Sea Lion Discovery is included with zoo admission, but, as seating is limited, tickets are required and must be selected at checkout. There is no separate ticket fee for the shows when purchasing admission.
Outside of Royal Credit Union Sea Lion Discovery, the five sea lions can be seen throughout the day swimming and diving from the main level viewing in Discovery Bay, which is also home to sharks, rays, and other marine life. Learn more at rcu.org/MNZoo.
About Royal Credit Union
Royal Credit Union is a federally insured credit union proudly serving over 300,000 Members in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Royal is driven by a core ideology built on a strong purpose and values. You can open an account or apply for a low-rate loan at Royal Credit Union if you live or work in 26 counties in western Wisconsin or 16 counties in Minnesota. Counties served in Wisconsin include Adams, Ashland, Bayfield, Barron, Buffalo, Burnett, Chippewa, Clark, Douglas, Dunn, Eau Claire, Jackson, Lincoln, Marathon, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, Portage, Price, Rusk, Sawyer, St. Croix, Taylor, Trempealeau, Washburn, and Wood. Counties served in Minnesota include Anoka, Carver, Chisago, Dakota, Goodhue, Hennepin, Isanti, Olmsted, Pine, Ramsey, Scott, Sherburne, Wabasha, Washington, Winona and Wright. A complete list of Member eligibility requirements is available on the Royal Credit Union website. To learn more about Royal, visit rcu.org or call 800-341-9911.
About The Minnesota Zoo
The Minnesota Zoo is a year-round destination providing a window into the natural world. With hundreds of species of animals, worldwide conservation efforts, and acres of scenic beauty, the Zoo is a resource to connect people, animals, and the natural world to save wildlife. The Minnesota Zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and an institutional member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA). For more information visit www.mnzoo.org
