I always knew that I wanted to be at level where I would have an impact and do good things,” said Ryan Gulker.

LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) - The Ellen Trout Zoo is seeing success in an ongoing effort to breed and help save an endangered snake species. Robert Jackson is a General Curator with Ellen Trout Zoo.

Lufkin is way more than just a city— it’s a place where art, history, conservation and education thrive thanks to the incredible women leading some of our most beloved institutions. Whether you’re ...

LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) - Ryan Gulker has been named new director for the Ellen Trout Zoo. “I always knew that I wanted to be at level where I would have an impact and do good things,” said Gulker.