ROYAL OAK, Mich., April 12, 2006 – There is a crisis on Dino Island and the Earth Science Team has to capture Tony, the only existing male T-Rex in the world, before a volcano erupts and takes out all remaining life.  It’s a race against time as lava begins to flow, cliffs break away, and Tony perilously falls into a deep and fast whirlpool.

Picking up where the original Dino Island ride simulation film leaves off, Dino Island II: Escape From Dino Island catapults audiences back into the action in the sequel, premiering May 1 at the Detroit Zoo’s Wild Adventure Ride.

Combining photo-realistic animation with digital surround sound, Dino Island II creates an action-packed experience, taking passengers on a daring expedition to a mysterious, smoke-shrouded island where they struggle against all odds to save Tony – and themselves – from extinction.  Dino Island II is a SimEx-Iwerks Entertainment production. 

Located in the Ford Education Center, the Wild Adventure Ride is an educational, action-packed thrill ride which offers a unique you-are-there experience from the comfort of a specially equipped, motion-simulated big-screen theater seat.  All riders must be at least 36” (three feet) tall, and it is recommend that they be at least 5 years of age or older.

The Wild Adventure Ride is open during regular Zoo hours; show times vary.  Tickets are $4 for passengers of all ages; or a Wild Adventure Ride Card, good for 10 rides, can be purchased for $30.  Tickets are available at the Wild Adventure Ride ticket booth during regular Zoo hours.  For additional information, click on www.detroitzoo.org or call (248) 541-5717ext. 3805.

The Detroit Zoological Institute is comprised of the Detroit Zoo and the Belle Isle Nature Zoo.  Founded in 1928, the Institute is committed to celebrating and saving wildlife.  Situated on 125 acres of naturalistic exhibits, the Detroit Zoo is located at the intersection of Ten Mile Road and Woodward Avenue, just off I-696, in Royal Oak.  The Detroit Zoo is open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., April through October, with extended hours 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesdays during July and August.  Admission is $11.00 for adults 13 to 61, $9.00 for senior citizens 62 and older, and $7.00 for children ages 2 to 12; children under 2 are free.  For more information, call (248) 398-0900 or visit www.detroitzoo.org.  The Belle Isle Nature Zoo is currently undergoing renovation but provides some programming, with interpretive staff support from the Huron-Clinton Metroparks, on Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on weekdays with advance reservations by calling (313) 852-4056.  The Detroit Zoological Society works to promote the general welfare and interests of the Institute.  Financial support has allowed the Zoo to open new exhibits, develop important education and conservation programs and implement major beautification projects.  To help the Detroit Zoological Society through financial support, partnership opportunities, membership or volunteering, please call (248) 541-5717.
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