Taught by Zoo educators, classes include hands-on activities, discussion, animal encounters and behind-the-scenes experiences. Each program includes progressive program topics focused on teaching students about working with Zoo animals and what paths they may take to work at the Zoo one day!
Age: Grades 6 - 8
Times: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Price: $65 for members, $75 for non-members
Capacity: 12
Our conservation team has many very important jobs. Today, we’re going to take a closer look at one of those jobs – turtle tracking! Different species of turtles here in Massachusetts need a little bit of extra help and our conservation team is up to the challenge. We’ll spend time learning about what species of turtles are getting help and how Zoo New England’s conservationists do it!
It can be exciting to imagine what it may be like to see a black bear on a trail in the mountains of New Hampshire or to see a moose in the hills of Western Massachusetts. It can also be exciting to see an animal that you’ve never seen before while visiting Zoo or even seeing cute videos shared online. In today’s program, we’re going to learn about how we can safely interact with wildlife whether you are seeing them on the trails, observing them in a Zoo habitat or as you scroll social media.
Note: Registration will open in early December for this session due to a registration software update.
Each animal has different food requirements, but we already know who a carnivore, omnivore or herbivore is. Today we’re going to take a closer look at the specific foods in several animal’s meals and understand why each animal gets what they get and why these foods help support their health.
Classes are limited to 12 participants and held indoors, with certain activities and zoo walks held outdoors.
Parent/guardian and unregistered sibling/friend attendance is not permitted.
- If you cancel with less than 1 weeks’ notice, 25% of your cost will be refunded.
- No refunds will be given to no-shows or cancellations made within 24 hours of the program start time.
- To cancel or request a transfer please contact Lexi at SZcamp@zoonewengland.org.
Winter Storm Inclement Weather Cancellation Policy
We take safety seriously – for participants, Zoo visitors, staff and for our animals. In the event of an incoming winter storm, Zoo staff may decide to cancel a vacation day/private program. In addition to our education team, the Zoo’s snow team keeps a close eye on the impending storm. The decision may be made to open the Zoo as usual, have a delayed opening, or close for the day depending on the severity of the storm and the subsequent clean up. We reserve the right to cancel a program by 8:00 a.m. on the day of the program. If we decide we must cancel a program day due to situations beyond our control, we will issue a credit for your program, to be used towards another one of Zoo New England’s education programs.
