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The NYS Zoo education department activities & events are sponsored in part by hsbc logo 
The NYS Zoo Community Classroom is sponsored by M&T bank logo

New York State Zoo’s public programs are a fun and fascinating way for your family or your children to learn more about animals, nature and life at the New York State Zoo.
 

December Public Programs

December 3 (Saturday, 10 - 11am) - Wolverine Enrichment

Open to the whole family, our enrichment programs are your opportunity to create extra, special treats to entice and engage the interest and attention of your favorite Zoo animals! Cost: Members $4/person; Non-members $6/person + zoo admission Advanced Registration Required (315-755-0895) 

December 17 (Saturday, 9:30 - 11am) - Jr. Animal Keepers (Note: New time. Participants must pay in advance)

As a Junior Keeper, you will learn first hand what it takes to care for the animals of our education collection. Working in the 'EAC' you will take part in preparing meals, cleaning enclosures and feeding everything from snakes and lizards to our ferrets and hedgehog. This is a perfect opportunity for those who aren't yet big enough to participate in the Become A Zookeeper program.

Cost: Members $8/person; Non-members $10/person

More programs soon!

 
Become a Zookeeper         Fri, Sat or Sun 8-11am

Ever wondered what it would be like to work just feet away from mountain lions, wolves, black bears or eagles? Have you ever wanted to see and experience what goes on behind-the-scenes? Well here’s your chance to get a peek at true Zoo life accompanying those who know it best, the keepers! Your honorary morning as a keeper will let you see all that it takes to get the Zoo up and open for the public as you take part in the cleaning, feeding and shifting of animals onto exhibit.

 So “come and get it!” – a taste of what the career of a zookeeper is really like!

 This unique opportunity is available on the weekends to those ages 12 and up (so adults, you too can come and satisfy the ‘kid curiosity’ in you). For more information and/or to schedule your weekend morning keeper career experience call the Education Department 315-755-0895.

Cost: Members $30; Non-members $35

Minimum of One-Week Advanced Registration and Payment Required.

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