Bronx Zoo
Children's Programs
Plan plenty of new adventures for explorers ages 8-12 years old with drop-off programs at the zoo!
Discovery Girls
Are you a girl who is destined to be a science superhero? Sign up for this three-part series focusing on the many ways we put science, technology, engineering, and math skills to work for wildlife!
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. Participants will receive a nature kit to explore with each session.
This program is completely outdoors and will include walking on uneven surfaces at the Mitsubishi River Walk.
Ages: 8 - 12 years old
| Price: | $96 members $120 regular |
| Dates: | This series includes the following Sundays: 3/16, 3/23 & 3/30 |
| Time: | 11:00am - 1:00pm |
Zoo Explorers: Giraffes
Have you ever wondered how zookeepers take care of giraffes at the Bronx Zoo? In this program, you will get an up close animal encounter with a small animal ambassador, help make enrichment for our animals, and explore the skills needed to take care of these gentle giants!
This program includes walking outside. All paths are wheelchair accessible.
Ages: 8 - 12 years old
| Price: | $48 members $60 regular |
| Dates: | Saturday, 4/5 |
| Time: | 9:30am - 12:00pm |
Zoo Explorers: Children's Zoo
Have you ever wondered how zookeepers take care of goats, sheep, and chickens at the Bronx Zoo? In this program, you will get an up close animal encounter with a small animal ambassador, help make enrichment for our animals, and explore the skills needed to take care of these farm favorites!
This program includes walking outside. All paths are wheelchair accessible.
Ages: 8 - 12 years old
| Price: | $48 members $60 regular |
| Dates: | Saturday, 5/17 |
| Time: | 9:30am - 12:00pm |