Bronx Zoo Children's Programs

Plan plenty of new adventures for explorers ages 8-12 years old with drop-off programs at the zoo!

SATURDAY, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Zoo Explorers: Bears

Have you ever wondered how zookeepers take care of bears at the Bronx Zoo? In this program, you will get an up-close animal encounter with a small animal ambassador, learn about enrichment for our animals, and explore the skills needed to take care of these furry giants!

DATE: 11/22

$60 non-member / $48 member

This is a drop-off program designed for ages 8-12 years old.

SATURDAY, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Zoo Explorers: Komodo Dragons

Have you ever wondered how zookeepers take care of Komodo dragons at the Bronx Zoo? In this program, you will get an up-close animal encounter with a small animal ambassador, learn about enrichment for our animals, and explore the skills needed to take care of these island lizards!

DATE: 1/17

$60 non-member / $48 member

This is a drop-off program designed for ages 8-12 years old.

SATURDAY, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Zoo Explorers: Owls

Have you ever wondered how zookeepers take care of the owls at the Bronx Zoo? In this program, you will get an up-close animal encounter with a small animal ambassador, learn about enrichment for our animals, and explore the skills needed to take care of these wonderful birds!

DATE: 3/14

$60 non-member / $48 member

This is a drop-off program designed for ages 8-12 years old.

SUNDAYS, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Discovery Girls

This all-girls nature experience will excite your curiosity while inspiring independence, confidence, and creativity! During this three-session outdoor series you will explore the natural world using scientific skills and tools. You will observe and study local wildlife along the Bronx River, documenting your findings in nature journals and through the creation of nature art, while learning about female scientists that do similar work.

SERIES DATES: 3/15, 3/22, 3/29

$120 non-member / $96 member

This is a drop-off program designed for ages 8-12 years old. Participants will receive a nature kit to use with each session. This program will take place outdoors and will include walking on uneven surfaces.

SATURDAY, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Zoo Explorers: Bugs and Butterflies

Have you ever wondered how zookeepers take care of the butterflies and bugs at the Bronx Zoo? In this program, you will get an up-close animal encounter with a small animal ambassador, learn about enrichment for our animals, and explore the skills needed to take care of these beautiful insects!

DATE: 4/18

$60 non-member / $48 member

This is a drop-off program designed for ages 8-12 years old.

SATURDAY, 9:30am - 12:00pm

Zoo Explorers: Sea Lions

Have you ever wondered how zookeepers take care of sea lions at the Bronx Zoo? In this program, you will get an up-close animal encounter with a small animal ambassador, learn about enrichment for our animals, and explore the skills needed to take care of our playful pinnipeds!

DATE: 5/16

$60 non-member / $48 member

This is a drop-off program designed for ages 8-12 years old.

Our office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

If you have any questions, please call 800-433-4149 (press 1, then 2 when prompted)
or email bzeducation@wcs.org.


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