Miami Metrozoo’s new playground is scheduled to start construction in the fall of 2010. The playground has been themed to create a sense of place with ocean, tropical forest, arctic, and desert habitats as their focus. Phase One of this project will include the ocean and tropical forest zones only, with two party pavilions situated in the areas of future phase expansion. Organized around a 3D compass rose at its center, the habitats will have distinct themes and characteristics that will attract end engage children, while allowing them to move freely between habitats. Children will encounter a wide variety of experiences that allow for group activities or individual play, physical/motor activities or contemplative play. Toddlers and older children alike can choose to play together or gravitate to age-appropriate experiences of their choosing. Seating, nearby food service, and restrooms will be located adjacent to this playground to make for welcomed family break while at the zoo.