We decided a trip to the zoo was in order, had not been in decades. The Cheyenne mountain zoo was close by as you might expect. We enjoyed walking around looking at the animals and interacting with the people. It was started by a couple named Penrose. Made his money up in Cripplecreek and became quite wealthy. Their foundation carries on today.
Your ticket to the zoo also got you access to the Will Rogers shrine to the sun. I had never heard of it before although it was built in the 1930's. Sits high up on the side of the mountain.
A couple of links to tell you more.
LINK to shrine and zoo
LINK to foundation
The Penrose's and another couple are buried in the bottom of the shrine.
Tonight we are at 7456ft in elevation, forecasted low tonight is 38. Brr...
frosty rosebuds...
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