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Do you have pumpkins from the Halloween Holiday sitting around your house, and you’re not sure what to do with them?  The Clay Center Zoo would be happy to take them off your hands for the zoo animals.

Garett Payne, Zoo Curator, said pumpkins are a special treat for most all the animals at the zoo, either for eating or playing with. Donating pumpkins to zoos or farms helps reduce food waste while providing many animals with a nutritious food source at no cost.

Before donating pumpkins, it is important to remove all paint, candles, or other decorations, ensuring they are safe for the animals. 

To donate leftover pumpkins, visit the Clay Center Zoo during its open hours.