Zoo To you
Roosevelt Park Zoo is now offering
Virtual Zoo to You Programs!
ideal age
# of People
Cost
Critters Up-Close
- Observe and meet an animal up-close. Learn about its adaptations, natural history, and conservation story
- 30 minute program
- Add a second animal for $10
- Can be customized to fit state standards
- Our most popular program – ideal for service clubs, nursing homes, daycare centers, etc.
All Ages
Up to 50
$25
Career Presentations
- Dive into the world of working at a zoo. Hear about different careers whether it’s being a zookeeper, veterinarian, educator, or the zoo director
- 30 minute program
All Ages
Up to 50
$25
Assembly Presentation
- Generally feature 2-3 animals
- Ideal for larger groups
- Generally 1 hour
All Ages
51-100
101-200
201-300
$100
$175
$275
Classroom Lesson
Grade
Program Length
Cost:
Home Sweet Habitat
- Engages little learners on what an animal needs to survive: food, water, & shelter. Students will get up close with an ambassador animal and then engineer their own habitat
- Includes meeting 1 ambassador animal
- Science State Standards: K-LS1-1 | K-ESS2-2 | K-ESS3-1 | 1-LS1-1
Daycare
Preschool
Kindergarten
1st Grade
45 min
$40
Adaptation Compare & Contrast
- Students will observe two animals and discover adaptations that help each survive in their habitat
- Includes meeting 2 ambassador animals
- Science State Standards: 2-LS4-1| 4-LS1-1 |
4-LS1-2
Preschool
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
30 min
$35
Lifecycle: Changing and Growth
- Explore the various life cycles of animals that metamorphosize
- Includes meeting an ambassador animal
- Science State Standard: 3-LS1-1
3rd Grade
30 min
$25
Adaptation Match
- Explore how different animals use similar features through a matching activity then meet an ambassador animal to discover its amazing adaptations
- Includes meeting 1 ambassador animals
- Science State Standards: 2-LS4-1| 4-LS1-1 |
4-LS1-2
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
45 min
$40
North Dakota Prairie
- Discover how being a part of a group helps prairie dogs obtain food, defend themselves and cope with changes.
- Includes meeting an ambassador animal.
- North Dakota Connection
- Science State Standard: 3-LS2-1 | 5-ESS3-1
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
45 min
$40
Predator Prey
- Explore the relationship between predator and prey while meeting an Ambassador Animal. Students will then break up into groups to participate in a predator prey challenge
- Includes meeting an ambassador animal
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
30 min
$25
Food Chain
- Investigate the connection between animals and their environment to uncover the importance of a balanced ecosystem. Students will then become their own active food chain to experience the transfer of energy.
- Includes meeting an Ambassador Animal
- Science State Standard: 5-LS2
4th Grade
5th Grade
45 min
$40
Skull Identification
- Meet an Ambassador Animal up-close, then take a scientific approach to identify animal skulls
- Includes meeting an Ambassador Animal
6 – 8 Grade
9 – 12 Grade
60 min
$50
Engineering FOR Conservation
- Dive into world of fishing as we discover how bycatch has a big impact on ocean animals. Students will design, engineer, and test their own fishing prototypes
- Include meeting an Ambassador Animal for an additional $15. Program will be extended 15-20 minutes
- Science State Standard: 2-ET1-1 | 2-ET1-2 | 2-ET1-3 | 3-ET1-1 | 3-ET1-2 | 3-ET1-3 | 4-ET1-1 | 4-ET1-2 | 4-ET1-3 | 5-ET1-1-1 | 5-ET1-2 | 5-ET1-3 | 5-ESS3-1
2 – 5 Grade
6 – 8 Grade
60 min
$50
Engineering FROM Nature (Biomimicry)
- Explore many human inventions inspired by nature. Help solve an everyday zoo problem by uncovering the science of biomimicry to see how nature will inspire your design
- Include meeting an Ambassador Animal for an additional $15. Program will be extended 15-20 minutes
3 – 5 Grade
6 – 8 Grade
9 – 12 Grade
60 min
$50
Zoo Exhibit Design
- Ever wonder what it takes to design an exhinit at the zoo? Learn what animals need and how to identify the components to make a successful zoo habitat. Put your engineering skills to the test by constructing your own exhibit
- Include meeting an Ambassador Animal for an additional $15. Program will be extended 15-20 minutes
3 – 5 Grade
6 – 8 Grade
9 – 12 Grade
60 min
$50
Current Outreach Animals
Mammals
Reptiles
Amphibians & Invertebrates
BLACK-TAILED PRAIRIE DOG*
AFRICAN SPURRED TORTOISE
CHILEAN ROSE-HAIR TARANTULA**
DOMESTIC FERRET (TEMPORARILY OFF-USE)
BALL PYTHON
POISON DART FROGS**
HEDGEHOG*
KENYAN SAND BOA
REX RABBIT
PUEBLAN MILK SNAKE*
SOUTHERN THREE-BANDED ARMADILLO
PREHENSILE-TAILED SKINK*
Russian tortoise
Other
Biofacts & animal tracks
*Indicates animals that cannot be touched by the audience. Biofacts may be used as a touchable object.
**Indicates animals that may not be handled by the presenter. They may be shown in a clear carrier and cannot be touched, biofacts may be used as a touchable object.
Scheduling a Visit:
Outreach visits should be scheduled at least 2 weeks in advance. Programs typically run Monday through Friday during regular business hours (9am-4:30pm). Evening and weekend programs (excluding zoo tours) are available at an additional flat rate of $15 on top of program fee, exceptions may be made for programs held at the zoo.
What’s Included:
Program cost includes preparations, driving time, set up and tear down, presentation time and materials needed to present. Presentation time is based on audience interest and includes time for questions and answers, as well as hands on interactions when appropriate. Programs will be presented by an RPZ staff member or a trained volunteer. The facility/group will need to provide a quiet area to present in as well as one table (at least 4-foot in length).
Weather Related Information:
Rules and restrictions may apply depending on weather and the needs of the animal. Per our policy, inclement weather and/or temperatures under 0°F (including wind chill) will results in postponement or cancellation of any scheduled outreach visit that includes a live animal. This is for the safety of our animals. Programs will be rescheduled or refunded based on your individual groups needs.
Don’t See What You’Re Looking For?
Programs can be customized to fit in with your classroom lessons or group’s needs. No idea is too big. Please discuss any special requests with the Education Coordinator prior to scheduling your program.
All outreach visits must be scheduled at least 2 weeks in advance. Outreach programs are scheduled to coordinate with staff availability. Programs typically run Monday through Friday during regular business hours (9am-4:30pm). Evening and/or weekend programs are also available at an additional charge.
Service clubs, and the like, are provided a general zoo presentation, which highlights the Zoo’s history, current statistics and plans for the future. Animals may or may not be incorporated depending on the group’s needs. Animal presentations are not available when food is present.
A standard fee of $25 includes preparation, driving, set up/tear down and presentation time. Mileage fees will apply to groups outside of Minot city limits. Mileage is calculated by multiplying the current IRS mileage rate by the # of miles traveled, round trip.
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