NEW! What's a Wetland? (grades K-2)

Where do turtles make their homes? What types of birds and mammals might you find here? Learn how animals build homes and what special skills animals have acquired to survive in this unique habitat. Then, build a model fit for our wetland friends.

Biomimicry (grades K-2 or 3-5)

Gecko-inspired tape! Bird-shaped airplanes! Learn how engineers are turning to nature to solve human problems through the process of biomimicry. Students act as biomimicry engineers investigating seed dispersal to solve an engineering challenge.

Animal Classifieds (grades K-2 or 3-5)

What makes a horse related to a tapir? Is a sea star a fish? In this interactive class, students learn how to sort and classify animals using scientific methods and look closer at the physical characteristics of different species.

NEW! Adaptations in Action (grades K-12)

Get ready to explore the amazing ways animals thrive in the wild! Get up close with live animal ambassadors, explore animal artifacts, and engage in hands-on activities to discover what makes animals specifically equipped to survive in their habitats. From sticky feet to super senses, this grade-inclusive class dives into the science behind how animals eat, hide, and move to stay alive.

Zoo Exhibit Design (grades 3-5 or 6-12)

In this interactive class, students learn about animal needs and identify the components that make a successful Zoo exhibit, then try their hands at creating an exhibit model.

Animal Enrichment Challenge (grades 3-5 or 6-12) - NEW!

Discover how zoos use enrichment to keep animals mentally and physically engaged. Using materials and the skills you’ve learned, design and build an enrichment item while exploring how Zookeepers encourage animals to use their natural behaviors and adaptations.

Vanishing Animals (grades 6-8 or 9-12)

Everyday animal species are being pushed closer to extinction due to human threats. In this hands-on class, you’ll uncover the secrets of wildlife trafficking. Get ready to think like a wildlife crime detective and become a hero for animals.
*Thanks to a generous grant from ACE for Wildlife, you can apply for a FREE Vanishing Animals class with your Field Trip!

NEW! Our Evolving Landscape (grades 6-8 or 9-12)

As our climate continues to change, plants and animals must evolve or face extinction. Take a deep dive into the biggest threats that wildlife is facing, how conservationists are tracking climate change, and how human impact can both harm and help the natural world around us.