The Greenville Zoo’s Education Department offers lively hands-on programs sure
to engage your children.
Zoo Tots
Zoo Tots is designed for one parent and their toddler (ages two and three) and
provides an opportunity to discover the fascinating world of animals. Classes
are held in the Conservation Station and combine "on your own explore time" with
a more structured "animal time." Program length: 45 minutes.
Program Costs:
SINGLE CLASS: $15 for Zoo Members; $25 for Non Members
FOR THREE CLASSES: $40 for Zoo Members; $65 for Non Members
Registration:
Download the Registration Form.
Please note that Zoo Tots is designed for one parent and one toddler only.
Siblings can be a distraction to other participants and the program. There is a
$5 fee for extra adults and they can pay that on the day they come. However, it
must be approved by the instructor at least 24 hours before the program.
King of the Jungle
|
Date |
Time |
Age |
Space Still Available? |
|
December 10, 2011 |
10:30-11:15 am |
2 Year Olds |
Yes |
|
|
11:30 am -12:15 pm |
3 Year Olds |
Yes |
|
December 14, 2011 |
10:30-11:15 pm |
2 Year Olds |
Yes |
|
|
11:30 am-12:15 pm |
3 Year Olds |
Yes |
Hootin' & Hollerin'
|
Date |
Time |
Age |
Space Still Available? |
|
January 21, 2012 |
10:30-11:15 am |
2 Year Olds |
Yes |
|
|
11:30 am-12:15 pm |
3 Year Olds |
Yes |
|
January 25, 2012 |
10:30-11:15 pm |
2 Year Olds |
Yes |
|
|
11:30 am-12:15 pm |
3 Year Olds |
Yes |
Reptile Romp
|
Date |
Time |
Age |
Space Still Available? |
|
February 11, 2012 |
10:30-11:15 am |
2 Year Olds |
Yes |
|
|
11:30 am -12:15 pm |
3 Year Olds |
Yes |
|
February 15, 2012 |
10:30-11:15 pm |
2 Year Olds |
Yes |
|
|
11:30 am-12:15 pm |
3 Year Olds |
Yes |
Greenville Zoo Explorers
Greenville Zoo Explorers is for one parent and their child (age 4 years) and is
designed to meet the needs of a four year old as they continue to discover the
wonder of animals. Classes are held n the Conservation Station and make use of
the whole Zoo campus. This program involves a lot of walking - no strollers
please. Program length: 1.5 hours.
Program Costs:
SINGLE CLASS: $15 for Zoo Members; $25 for Non Members
FOR THREE CLASSES: $40 for Zoo Members; $65 for Non Members
There is a $5 fee for extra adults and they can pay that on the day they
come. However, it must be approved by the instructor at least 24 hours before
the program.
Registration:
Download the Registration Form.
Mammal Explorers
|
Date |
Time |
Age |
Space Still Available? |
|
December 17, 2011 |
10:30 am-Noon |
4 Year Olds |
Yes |
Bird Explorers
|
Date |
Time |
Age |
Space Still Available? |
|
January 7, 2012 |
10:30 am-Noon |
4 Year Olds |
Yes |
Herp Explorers
|
Date |
Time |
Age |
Space Still Available? |
|
February 25, 2012 |
10:30 am-Noon |
4 Year Olds |
Yes |
Saturday Safaris
Saturday Safaris meet in the Conservation Station, located just past the ticket
booth. Classes are designed to help children (ages 5-6 or 7-8) discover the
fascinating world of animals and combine a lesson with crafts, activities, trips
into the Zoo and animals in the classroom. Program length: 2 hours
Program Costs:
SINGLE CLASS: $15 for Zoo Members; $25 for Non Members
FOR THREE CLASSES: $40 for Zoo Members; $65 for Non Members
Registration: Download the
Registration Form.
Tricky Tracks
|
Date |
Time |
Age |
Space Still Available? |
|
December 3, 2011 |
9:30-11:30 am |
Ages 5 and 6 |
Yes |
|
|
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm |
Ages 7 and 8 |
Yes |
Funny Bones
|
Date |
Time |
Age |
Space Still Available? |
|
January 14, 2012 |
9:30 - 11:30 am |
Ages 5 and 6 |
Yes |
|
January 28, 2012 |
9:30 - 11:30 am |
Ages 7 and 8 |
Yes |
Snakes & Other Herps
|
Date |
Time |
Age |
Space Still Available? |
|
February 18, 2012 |
9:30 - 11:30 am |
Ages 5 and 6 |
Yes |
|
|
1:30 - 3:30 pm |
Ages 7 and 8 |
Yes |
Zoo Camp
Children ages 3-14 are invited to join us for all kinds of fun as they learn
about animals and the wild places they live. Play games! Make crafts! See
animals in the classroom! Take behind-the-scenes trips to areas like animals'
dens and the zoo kitchen. But the fun doesn't stop there! Camps are held
throughout the summer months.
More info