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SUMMARY:Nature Explorers - Adaptations
DESCRIPTION:What is an adaptation and how do animals use them? Students will learn about different types of animal adaptations\, do an adaptation activity\, and meet an animal with some amazing adaptations!  \nNature Explorers – Adaptations\n\nThursday\, June 4 | 10:15 AM\nAn adult must accompany each child during the program. Paid Zoo admission is required for adults & children\, and a $5 per-child fee will be collected at the beginning of each program. The fee covers the cost of materials and supports our conservation efforts. Program locations will be determined and emailed to guests before their respective dates.\n\nMember Registration \nNon-Member Registration \n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\n\nThis program is part of our Nature Explorers Series\, which offers exciting outdoor adventures designed for children ages 3–5. Each 30–45-minute session introduces young learners to a new topic through engaging activities such as up-close animal encounters\, crafts\, storytelling\, and interactive lessons. Class sizes are limited to ensure a personalized experience. \n\n\nAn adult must accompany each child during the program. Paid Zoo admission is required for adults & children\, and a $5 per-child fee will be collected at the beginning of each program. The fee covers the cost of materials and supports our conservation efforts. Program locations will be determined and emailed to guests before their respective dates. \n\n\nProgram Pricing \nRegistration is required for all children. A $5.00 per child fee will be collected at the beginning of the program. Non-members must purchase Zoo admission in addition to program fees.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/nature-explorers-keystone-species/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,General Events,Nature Explorers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T104500
DTSTAMP:20260619T094222
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SUMMARY:Nature Explorers - Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Learn what a pollinator is and what role they play in the ecosystem. Complete an activity that shows off how pollination works. Students will also meet an animal that helps scatter seeds!  \nNature Explorers – Pollinators\n\nThursday\, May 21 | 10:15 AM\nAn adult must accompany each child during the program. Paid Zoo admission is required for adults & children\, and a $5 per-child fee will be collected at the beginning of each program. The fee covers the cost of materials and supports our conservation efforts. Program locations will be determined and emailed to guests before their respective dates.\n\nMember Registration \nNon-Member Registration \n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\n\nThis program is part of our Nature Explorers Series\, which offers exciting outdoor adventures designed for children ages 3–5. Each 30–45-minute session introduces young learners to a new topic through engaging activities such as up-close animal encounters\, crafts\, storytelling\, and interactive lessons. Class sizes are limited to ensure a personalized experience. \n\n\nAn adult must accompany each child during the program. Paid Zoo admission is required for adults & children\, and a $5 per-child fee will be collected at the beginning of each program. The fee covers the cost of materials and supports our conservation efforts. Program locations will be determined and emailed to guests before their respective dates. \n\n\nProgram Pricing \nRegistration is required for all children. A $5.00 per child fee will be collected at the beginning of the program. Non-members must purchase Zoo admission in addition to program fees.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/nature-explorers-seasons/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,General Events,Nature Explorers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T104500
DTSTAMP:20260619T094222
CREATED:20250731T193655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T213834Z
UID:42023-1778753700-1778755500@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers - Desert Life
DESCRIPTION:Life in the desert can be harsh! Come learn about how animals and plants survive in this extreme climate\, while also meeting a resident desert dweller!  \nNature Explorers – Desert Life\n\nThursday\, May 14 | 10:15 AM\nAn adult must accompany each child during the program. Paid Zoo admission is required for adults & children\, and a $5 per-child fee will be collected at the beginning of each program. The fee covers the cost of materials and supports our conservation efforts. Program locations will be determined and emailed to guests before their respective dates.\n\nMember Registration \nNon-Member Registration \n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\n\nThis program is part of our Nature Explorers Series\, which offers exciting outdoor adventures designed for children ages 3–5. Each 30–45-minute session introduces young learners to a new topic through engaging activities such as up-close animal encounters\, crafts\, storytelling\, and interactive lessons. Class sizes are limited to ensure a personalized experience. \n\n\nAn adult must accompany each child during the program. Paid Zoo admission is required for adults & children\, and a $5 per-child fee will be collected at the beginning of each program. The fee covers the cost of materials and supports our conservation efforts. Program locations will be determined and emailed to guests before their respective dates. \n\n\nProgram Pricing \nRegistration is required for all children. A $5.00 per child fee will be collected at the beginning of the program. Non-members must purchase Zoo admission in addition to program fees.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/nature-explorers-snakes/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,General Events,Nature Explorers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T094222
CREATED:20250313T194759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T180144Z
UID:38390-1778335200-1778338800@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Eco-Family Workshops: Gardening For The Birds
DESCRIPTION:World Migratory Bird Day is officially celebrated on the second Saturday of May\, and this year the focus is on the role of public participation in collecting data on migratory bird populations\, their habitats\, and the factors that affect them\, and in contributing to our knowledge of how to protect them. Fly on over to the Zoo to learn how to attract and provide vital habitat for native birds and other wildlife. Each family will take home their own native plant and participate in the Habitat Hero plant tracking program to see how individual efforts impact our local bird flyways!  \n  \nThis program is FREE to attend with paid Zoo admission; registration is required. Admission can be purchased when you arrive for the program. \n  \nEco-Family Workshops: Gardening For The Birds\n\nMay 9 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | DC Classroom\nRegistER HERE \n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\n\nThis workshop is part of our Eco-Family Programs: engaging programs and workshops that offer a deeper dive into fascinating aspects of the natural world.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/eco-family-workshops-gardening-for-the-birds/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,Free admission,General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260619T094222
CREATED:20190515T180751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T192341Z
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SUMMARY:Teacher Appreciation Night
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Educators! Join us for an evening celebrating those who impact students’ daily lives. Guests can enjoy animal greets and raffles\, as well as discounts on beverages\, attraction tickets\, and gift shop merchandise. This event is FREE to educators. Additional guest tickets are available for $10.00 per person (ages 3+). Children (ages 0-2) are free. NOTE: Educators must present a valid work ID upon entry. Eductors include Current Classroom Teachers and  Teaching Assistants in Preschools\, Elementary Schools\, Middle Schools\, and High Schools. Homeschool teachers must provide valid documentation verifying their status as homeschool educators. Registration is required \n  \n\n\n\nRegister\nRegistration ends at 11:59 PM on Tuesday\, May 5. \n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\nDetails\nEducators may bring guests for $10.00 per person (ages 3+\, children aged 0 – 2 are free)\nGuest ticket includes Zoo admission for the entire event & a soft pretzel. \nRegistered Teachers and Guests Receive:\nAdmission to Elmwood Park Zoo\nTickets are only valid during the event. Daytime admission not included. \nFree Soft Pretzel \n$3 Giraffe Feeding Tickets*\n*Weather dependent\, available for purchase the night of the event at Savanna Station. \n$3 Hot Dogs \nRegister\nRegistration ends at 11:59 PM on Tuesday\, May 5.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/teacher-appreciation-night/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,Free admission,General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T104500
DTSTAMP:20260619T094222
CREATED:20250731T195417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T213509Z
UID:42025-1777544100-1777545900@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers - Rabbits
DESCRIPTION:Hop into this lesson about some very fluffy friends! Students will learn what similarities and differences wild rabbits have versus domesticated rabbits\, while meeting one of the zoo’s resident rabbits! \nNature Explorers – Rabbits\n\nThursday\, April 30 | 10:15 AM\nAn adult must accompany each child during the program. Paid Zoo admission is required for adults & children\, and a $5 per-child fee will be collected at the beginning of each program. The fee covers the cost of materials and supports our conservation efforts. Program locations will be determined and emailed to guests before their respective dates.\n\nMember Registration \nNon-Member Registration \n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\n\nThis program is part of our Nature Explorers Series\, which offers exciting outdoor adventures designed for children ages 3–5. Each 30–45-minute session introduces young learners to a new topic through engaging activities such as up-close animal encounters\, crafts\, storytelling\, and interactive lessons. Class sizes are limited to ensure a personalized experience. \n\n\nAn adult must accompany each child during the program. Paid Zoo admission is required for adults & children\, and a $5 per-child fee will be collected at the beginning of each program. The fee covers the cost of materials and supports our conservation efforts. Program locations will be determined and emailed to guests before their respective dates. \n\n\nProgram Pricing \nRegistration is required for all children. A $5.00 per child fee will be collected at the beginning of the program. Non-members must purchase Zoo admission in addition to program fees.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/nature-explorers-volcanoes/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,General Events,Nature Explorers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T094222
CREATED:20260417T142446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T192822Z
UID:52200-1777111200-1777132800@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Norristown Earth Day in the Park
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to be part of Norristown’s Earth Day in the Park\, and we’re keeping the celebration going at the Zoo! \nGuests participating in the park’s Earth Day festivities are invited to continue their day with a visit to the Zoo. We’re also offering free admission for Norristown residents (19401 zip code)\, making it even easier to spend the day connecting with wildlife and learning how we can all play a role in protecting our planet. \nFrom the park to the Zoo\, it’s a full day of celebrating the Earth and the incredible animals that call it home. Click the link above to learn more and join the celebration \nSaturday\, April 25 | Norristown Earth Day in the Park
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/norristown-earth-day-in-the-park/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Education Programs,Free admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T104500
DTSTAMP:20260619T094222
CREATED:20250731T195748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T213312Z
UID:42027-1775729700-1775731500@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers - Amphibians
DESCRIPTION:What is an amphibian\, and how are they different from other classes of animals? Students will meet an amphibian up close and learn about their cool adaptations! \nNature Explorers – Amphibians\n\nThursday\, April 9 | 10:15 AM\nAn adult must accompany each child during the program. Paid Zoo admission is required for adults & children\, and a $5 per-child fee will be collected at the beginning of each program. The fee covers the cost of materials and supports our conservation efforts. Program locations will be determined and emailed to guests before their respective dates.\n\nMember Registration \nNon-Member Registration \n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\n\nThis program is part of our Nature Explorers Series\, which offers exciting outdoor adventures designed for children ages 3–5. Each 30–45-minute session introduces young learners to a new topic through engaging activities such as up-close animal encounters\, crafts\, storytelling\, and interactive lessons. Class sizes are limited to ensure a personalized experience. \n\n\nAn adult must accompany each child during the program. Paid Zoo admission is required for adults & children\, and a $5 per-child fee will be collected at the beginning of each program. The fee covers the cost of materials and supports our conservation efforts. Program locations will be determined and emailed to guests before their respective dates. \n\n\nProgram Pricing \nRegistration is required for all children. A $5.00 per child fee will be collected at the beginning of the program. Non-members must purchase Zoo admission in addition to program fees.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/nature-explorers-tundra/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,General Events,Nature Explorers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T104500
DTSTAMP:20260619T094222
CREATED:20250731T193037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T212804Z
UID:42021-1774520100-1774521900@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers - Spring Into Spring
DESCRIPTION:Students will learn about how animals and plants react to the change in the seasons\, as well as meet an animal who is excited for springtime! \nNature Explorers – Spring Into Spring\n\nThursday\, March 26 | 10:15 AM\nAn adult must accompany each child during the program. Paid Zoo admission is required for adults & children\, and a $5 per-child fee will be collected at the beginning of each program. The fee covers the cost of materials and supports our conservation efforts. Program locations will be determined and emailed to guests before their respective dates.\n\nMember Registration \nNon-Member Registration \n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\n\nThis program is part of our Nature Explorers Series\, which offers exciting outdoor adventures designed for children ages 3–5. Each 30–45-minute session introduces young learners to a new topic through engaging activities such as up-close animal encounters\, crafts\, storytelling\, and interactive lessons. Class sizes are limited to ensure a personalized experience. \n\n\nAn adult must accompany each child during the program. Paid Zoo admission is required for adults & children\, and a $5 per-child fee will be collected at the beginning of each program. The fee covers the cost of materials and supports our conservation efforts. Program locations will be determined and emailed to guests before their respective dates. \n\n\nProgram Pricing \nRegistration is required for all children. A $5.00 per child fee will be collected at the beginning of the program. Non-members must purchase Zoo admission in addition to program fees.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/nature-explorers-porcupines/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,General Events,Nature Explorers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T104500
DTSTAMP:20260619T094222
CREATED:20250312T152146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T203615Z
UID:38333-1773310500-1773312300@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers - Opossums
DESCRIPTION:Students will learn about opossum adaptations and why they are so important to our ecosystems\, as well as meet a live opossum ambassador!  \nNature Explorers – Opossums\n\nThursday\, March 12 | 10:15 AM\nAn adult must accompany each child during the program. Paid Zoo admission is required for adults & children\, and a $5 per-child fee will be collected at the beginning of each program. The fee covers the cost of materials and supports our conservation efforts. Program locations will be determined and emailed to guests before their respective dates.\n\nMember Registration \nNon-Member Registration \n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\n\nThis program is part of our Nature Explorers Series\, which offers exciting outdoor adventures designed for children ages 3–5. Each 30–45-minute session introduces young learners to a new topic through engaging activities such as up-close animal encounters\, crafts\, storytelling\, and interactive lessons. Class sizes are limited to ensure a personalized experience. \n\n\nAn adult must accompany each child during the program. Paid Zoo admission is required for adults & children\, and a $5 per-child fee will be collected at the beginning of each program. The fee covers the cost of materials and supports our conservation efforts. Program locations will be determined and emailed to guests before their respective dates. \n\n\nProgram Pricing \nRegistration is required for all children. A $5.00 per child fee will be collected at the beginning of the program. Non-members must purchase Zoo admission in addition to program fees.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/oppossums/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,General Events,Nature Explorers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260215T100000
DTSTAMP:20260619T094222
CREATED:20260113T222801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T161014Z
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SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:This interactive experience is perfect for bird lovers of all ages and skill levels! Participants will identify and count local birds to create a real-time snapshot of where they are migrating and living. The Great Backyard Bird Count takes place across the country and helps avian researchers gather information to better protect wild birds! \nThis program is FREE to attend; registration is required.\n  \nEco-Family Workshops: Great Backyard Bird Count\n\nFebruary 15 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | DC Classroom\nRegister \n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\n\nThis workshop is part of our Eco-Family Programs: engaging programs and workshops that offer a deeper dive into fascinating aspects of the natural world.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/bird-count-3/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,Free admission,General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T100000
DTSTAMP:20260619T094222
CREATED:20260113T222426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T222617Z
UID:47920-1771059600-1771063200@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:This interactive experience is perfect for bird lovers of all ages and skill levels! Participants will identify and count local birds to create a real-time snapshot of where they are migrating and living. The Great Backyard Bird Count takes place across the country and helps avian researchers gather information to better protect wild birds! \nThis program is FREE to attend; registration is required.\n  \nEco-Family Workshops: Great Backyard Bird Count\n\nFebruary 14 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | DC Classroom\nRegister \n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\n\nThis workshop is part of our Eco-Family Programs: engaging programs and workshops that offer a deeper dive into fascinating aspects of the natural world.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/bird-count-2/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,Free admission,General Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T100000
DTSTAMP:20260619T094222
CREATED:20250313T195143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T222448Z
UID:38392-1770973200-1770976800@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:This interactive experience is perfect for bird lovers of all ages and skill levels! Participants will identify and count local birds to create a real-time snapshot of where they are migrating and living. The Great Backyard Bird Count takes place across the country and helps avian researchers gather information to better protect wild birds! \nThis program is FREE to attend; registration is required.\n  \nEco-Family Workshops: Great Backyard Bird Count\n\nFebruary 13 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | DC Classroom\nRegister \n____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________\n\nThis workshop is part of our Eco-Family Programs: engaging programs and workshops that offer a deeper dive into fascinating aspects of the natural world.
URL:https://elmwoodparkzoo.org/event/bird-count-1/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,Free admission,General Events
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