Nature Explorers

Nature Explorers – Coatis

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!  

Nature Explorers – Coatis

Thursday, November 19 | 12:15 PM

An 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.

Member Registration 
Non-Member Registration 

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This 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.

An 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.

Program Pricing

Registration 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.

Nature Explorers – Owls

Whoooo’s there? Come discover all the amazing things about owls through an owl-themed activity, owl biofacts, and even a real owl!

Nature Explorers – Owls

Thursday, November 5 | 12:15 PM

An 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.

Member Registration 
Non-Member Registration 

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This 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.

An 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.

Program Pricing

Registration 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.

Nature Explorers – Nature and Art

Come test your art skills through nature! Students will work on their fine motor skills by sketching one of our animal residents! 

Nature Explorers – Nature and Art

Thursday, October 22 | 10:15 AM

An 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.

Member Registration 
Non-Member Registration 

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This 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.

An 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.

Program Pricing

Registration 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.

Nature Explorers – Misunderstood Misfits

Explore the world of animals that people often misunderstand. Students will start by completing a survey about their perceptions of certain species and then meet a misunderstood animal up close.

Nature Explorers – Misunderstood Misfits

Thursday, October 1 | 10:15 AM

An 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.

Member Registration 
Non-Member Registration 

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This 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.

An 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.

Program Pricing

Registration 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.

Nature Explorers – Wildlife Corridors

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.

Nature Explorers – Rabbits

Thursday, September 24 | 10:15 AM

An 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.

Member Registration 
Non-Member Registration 

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This 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.

An 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.

Program Pricing

Registration 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.

Nature Explorers – Native Species

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! 

Nature Explorers – Native Species

Thursday, September 10 | 10:15 AM

An 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.

Member Registration 
Non-Member Registration 

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This 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.

An 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.

Program Pricing

Registration 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.

Nature Explorers – Turtles

Come learn about turtles and what makes them so special! Discover which species live right here in Pennsylvania, meet a turtle up close, and take part in a turtle-ly cool activity.

Nature Explorers – Turtles

Thursday, August 20 | 10:15 AM

An 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.

Member Registration 
Non-Member Registration 

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

This 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.

An 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.

Program Pricing

Registration 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.

Nature Explorers – Animal Movements

Discover the different ways animals move, while trying some of these motions out for yourself! Students will meet an animal friend and learn about how they travel from place to place.

Nature Explorers – Animal Movements

Thursday, August 6th | 10:15 AM

An 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.

Member Registration 
Non-Member Registration 

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This 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.

An 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.

Program Pricing

Registration 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.

Nature Explorers – Zookeeping

Students will learn what it takes to become a zookeeper, including the skills, training, and dedication required to care for animals every day!

Nature Explorers – Zookeeping

Thursday, July 16 | 10:15 AM

An 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.

Member Registration 
Non-Member Registration 

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

This 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.

An 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.

Program Pricing

Registration 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.