Bronx Zoo Children's Programs
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Ages 8-12
SATURDAY, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Zoo Explorers: Bats
Have you ever wondered how zookeepers take care of bats in the World of Darkness at the Bronx Zoo? In this program, you will meet a small animal ambassador up-close, learn about enrichment for our animals, and explore the skills needed to take care of these tiny flying mammals! Costumes are encouraged!
DATE: 10/31
$60 non-member / $48 member
This is a drop-off program designed for ages 8-12 years old.
Ages 8-12
SUNDAY, 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 meet a small animal ambassador up-close, learn about enrichment for our animals, and explore the skills needed to take care of these giant island lizards!
DATE: 12/13
$60 non-member / $48 member
This is a drop-off program designed for ages 8-12 years old.
Ages 8-12
SUNDAY, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Zoo Explorers: Penguins
Have you ever wondered how zookeepers take care of penguins at the Bronx Zoo? In this program, you will meet a small animal ambassador up-close, learn about enrichment for our animals, and explore the skills needed to take care of these beautiful birds!
DATE: 2/28
$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: Crocs
Have you ever wondered how zookeepers take care of the crocodiles and alligators at the Bronx Zoo? In this program, you will meet a small animal ambassador up-close, learn about enrichment for our animals, and explore the skills needed to take care of these strong scaly reptiles!
DATE: 3/20
$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: Giraffes
Have you ever wondered how zookeepers take care of giraffes at the Bronx Zoo? In this program, you will meet a small animal ambassador up-close, learn about enrichment for our animals, and explore the skills needed to take care of our long-necked giants!
DATE: 4/10
$60 non-member / $48 member
This is a drop-off program designed for ages 8-12 years old.
Ages 8-12
SUNDAYS, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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. Participants will receive a nature kit to use with each session.
SERIES DATES: 3/7, 3/14, 3/21
$120 non-member / $96 member
This program is open to all children, 8-12 years old, that identify as female or non-binary. The program will take place outdoors and will include walking on uneven surfaces.