Bronx Zoo Children's Programs
Plan plenty of new adventures for explorers ages 8-12 years old with drop-off programs at the zoo!
Ages 8-12
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.
Ages 8-12
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.
Ages 8-12
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.
Ages 8-12
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.
Ages 8-12
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.
Ages 8-12
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.