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SUMMARY:Nature Explorers - Zookeeping
DESCRIPTION:Students will learn what it takes to become a zookeeper\, including the skills\, training\, and dedication required to care for animals every day! \nNature Explorers – Zookeeping\n\nThursday\, July 16 | 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-zookeeping/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,Nature Explorers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T103000
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SUMMARY:Eco-Family Programs: Monarch Madness
DESCRIPTION:Help educators kick off the start of fall migration for the beautiful and endangered Monarch butterfly! Get a first-hand look at the different life stages of this insect\, and learn about their incredible migration journey\, and get a chance to provide a butterfly habitat in your own neighborhood by bringing home a host plant of your own!\n\n\nThis program is FREE to attend; registration is required.\n  \nEco-Family Workshops: Monarch Madness\n\nAugust 29 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | DC Classroom\nRegistration Available Soon! \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-programs-monarch-madness/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,Free admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T110000
DTSTAMP:20260611T184545
CREATED:20260411T175523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T175523Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Explorers - Native Species
DESCRIPTION:PA is home to a variety of mammals\, birds\, reptiles\, and more. Students will learn how they can best help the animals that share our habitats as well as meet a native animal friend!  \nNature Explorers – Native Species\n\nThursday\, September 10 | 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-native-species/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,Nature Explorers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T120000
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SUMMARY:Eco-Family Programs: Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION:Join local artist Jack Hobe for an introduction to nature journaling! This is a method used by real-life scientists and naturalists to collect data and conduct fieldwork\, but it is also a great way for anyone to connect with the natural world. This is a practice that anybody can participate in\, regardless of their artistic ability. Guests will learn how to tap into their creativity by incorporating diagrams\, maps\, notations\, and many other disciplines into their journaling\, using materials provided by The Zoo!\n\n\nThis program is FREE to attend; registration is required.\n  \nEco-Family Workshops: Monarch Madness\n\nSeptember 19 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | DC Classroom\nRegistration Available Soon! \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-programs-nature-journaling-2/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,Free admission,Free with Paid Zoo Admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T101500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T110000
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UID:51836-1790244900-1790247600@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers - Wildlife Corridors
DESCRIPTION:HOW did the chicken cross the road!? Through a wildlife corridor! Students will design their own corridor as well as meet an animal that would benefit from them. \nNature Explorers – Rabbits\n\nThursday\, September 24 | 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-wildlife-corridors/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,Nature Explorers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T101500
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UID:51879-1792664100-1792666800@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers - Nature and Art
DESCRIPTION:Come test your art skills through nature! Students will work on their fine motor skills by sketching one of our animal residents!  \nNature Explorers – Nature and Art\n\nThursday\, October 22 | 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-nature-and-art/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,Nature Explorers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T130000
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SUMMARY:Nature Explorers - Owls
DESCRIPTION:Whoooo’s there? Come discover all the amazing things about owls through an owl-themed activity\, owl biofacts\, and even a real owl! \nNature Explorers – Owls\n\nThursday\, November 5 | 12:15 PM\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-owls/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,Nature Explorers
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T193000
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CREATED:20260411T224120Z
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SUMMARY:Eco-Family Programs: Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Whooo’s awake in the dark? Join educators for a night hike to explore the sleeping forest\, listen for some nocturnal feathered friends\, and experience a close encounter with one of our ambassador owls. Be sure to dress warmly and put on your best listening ears!\n\n\nThis program is $5.oo per person. Registration is required\, and payment will be taken at the start of the program.\n  \nEco-Family Programs: Owl Prowl\n\nNovember 13 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Meet at Norristown Farm Park\nRegistration Available Soon! \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-programs-owl-prowl-2/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T130000
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CREATED:20260411T222140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T222140Z
UID:51883-1795090500-1795093200@elmwoodparkzoo.org
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers - Coatis
DESCRIPTION:What is a coatimundi\, and why is it one of the staff’s favorite animals? Learn all about this interesting species\, their adaptations\, and meet one up close!   \nNature Explorers – Coatis\n\nThursday\, November 19 | 12:15 PM\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-coatis/
CATEGORIES:Education Programs,Nature Explorers
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