Animal & Nature Awareness - Infant/Pre-school
Animal Photo Safari
Join us for a special tour at the Edmonton Valley Zoo filled with many photo opportunities and a chance to go behind the scenes! A zoo staff will arrange unique opportunities to get closer to some amazing animals. All photographic skill levels are welcome.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
Click register to check availability and to register, or call 311.
| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 and up | Jun 7 - Jun 7 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Attractions Program Office - VZ | Adult $36.00 |
561722 |
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Dinosaur Adventures
Dinosaur crafts, dinosaur dancing, and dinosaur adventures! Be a paleontologist as we search for hidden dinosaur eggs, chip out a toy dinosaur from rocks, and examine fossils. Discover the world of dinosaurs through active play and have a gigantically good time! All children attending must register. Adult attendance is optional.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
Click register to check availability and to register, or call 311.
| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-5 | May 25 - May 25 | 1:00pm - 2:30pm | John Janzen Nature Centre | Child $25.00 |
560174 |
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| 3-5 | May 26 - May 26 | 1:00pm - 2:30pm | John Janzen Nature Centre | Child $25.00 |
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| 3-5 | Jul 29 - Jul 29 | 10:00am - 11:30am | John Janzen Nature Centre | Child $30.00 |
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| 3-5 | Jul 29 - Jul 29 | 1:00pm - 2:30pm | John Janzen Nature Centre | Child $30.00 |
570656 |
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Frogs and Logs
Leap into a frog's life as we search for what they eat, where they like to hide, and discover how they blend into their world. We'll make our very own frog hat, meet a little froggy friend, and even see if he's hungry! All children attending must register and be accompanied by an adult.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
Click register to check availability and to register, or call 311.
| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-5 | Jul 5 - Jul 5 | 10:00am - 11:30am | John Janzen Nature Centre | Child $25.00 |
566191 |
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Jurassic Journey
Take a step back in time and search for dino-sized plants on your journey through the pyramids. We'll touch trees dinosaurs ate for dinner, do some dinosaur dancing, and even make our own leaf fossils to take home! The Feature Pyramid will have a dinosaur-themed show to explore, too. You'll top off this program by planting a dino-riffic plant to care for yourself. All children must be accompanied by an adult. We kindly ask unregistered siblings not attend.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
Click register to check availability and to register, or call 311.
| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-5 | Jul 24 - Jul 24 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Muttart Conservatory | Child $26.00 |
566187 |
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| 3-5 | Aug 21 - Aug 21 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Muttart Conservatory | Child $26.00 |
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Little Hatchlings
Touch a tortoise, tickle a bunny, and ruffle some birds' feathers. Each week your child will see and touch a few critters. It's a social and discovery time for both your child and you. Adults joining the participating child should be prepared to take part in the activities.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
Click register to check availability and to register, or call 311.
| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | May 12 - May 26 | 9:30am - 10:15am | Attractions Program Office - VZ | Child $45.00 |
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| 1-2 | May 12 - May 26 | 10:45am - 11:30am | Attractions Program Office - VZ | Child $45.00 |
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| 1-2 | Jun 4 - Jun 18 | 9:30am - 10:15am | Valley Zoo | Child $45.00 |
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| 1-2 | Jun 4 - Jun 18 | 10:45am - 11:30am | Valley Zoo | Child $45.00 |
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Monkey Business
Swing over to the Edmonton Valley Zoo and visit our primate pals! Discover how apes are different from monkeys, find out what lemurs like for lunch, and more! We'll practice moving and talking like monkeys, play a monkey-themed game, and make a fun craft to take home! Adult attendance is optional.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
Click register to check availability and to register, or call 311.
| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-5 | May 28 - May 28 | 1:00pm - 2:30pm | Valley Zoo | Child $28.00 |
561718 |
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My Pet Rock
Have your kids been begging you for a pet? How about a pet rock; the pet that leads to creativity, imagination, and fun! Join us in finding, naming, and decorating your very own pet rock. We'll explore the trails around the Nature Centre, read a story about choosing the best pet rock, play games, and even take a family portrait with you and your pet rock! All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
Click register to check availability and to register, or call 311.
| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-5 | Apr 20 - Apr 20 | 1:00pm - 2:30pm | John Janzen Nature Centre | Child $20.00 |
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| 3-5 | Aug 25 - Aug 25 | 1:00pm - 2:30pm | John Janzen Nature Centre | Child $20.00 |
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Super Seeds
Seeds are magical! We'll learn what seeds need to grow, observe them as they transform into baby plants, find out what seeds we eat for dinner, and even make music with seeds! To continue learning at home, your little sprout will plant mystery seeds to take with them. Fee includes adult and child admission. Adult attendance is optional. We kindly ask unregistered siblings not attend.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
Click register to check availability and to register, or call 311.
| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-5 | Jun 21 - Jun 21 | 10:00am - 11:30am | Muttart Conservatory | Child $20.00 |
561499 |
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Tasty Treats
Where do bananas come from? What foods grow in the desert? Join us on a hunt through Muttart for delicious fruits and sample a buffet of tasty treats that come from plants growing under our pyramids. Top off your exciting morning by potting an edible plant to take home. All children must be accompanied by an adult. We kindly ask unregistered siblings not attend.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
Click register to check availability and to register, or call 311.
| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-5 | Aug 10 - Aug 10 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Muttart Conservatory | Child $26.00 |
566186 |
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Turtle Tots
During this three week course we offer a 1 hour class each week featuring special animal visitors in our classroom, songs and movement. From armadillos to lizards, we'll see and touch a variety of animals as we explore the Zoo's exotic treasures. Adults joining the participating child should be prepared to take part in the activities.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
Click register to check availability and to register, or call 311.
| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-4 | May 7 - May 21 | 9:30am - 10:30am | Valley Zoo | Child $45.00 |
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| 2-4 | May 7 - May 21 | 11:00am - Noon | Valley Zoo | Child $45.00 |
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| 2-4 | Jun 14 - Jun 28 | 12:30pm - 1:30pm | Valley Zoo | Child $45.00 |
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| 2-4 | Jun 14 - Jun 28 | 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Valley Zoo | Child $45.00 |
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Wiggly Worms and Bug-tastic Bugs
How do bugs and worms help plants at the Muttart Conservatory grow? Find out during this hands-on program! See the pyramids through an insect's eyes, feed our wiggly worms, and learn how worms can turn our garbage into nutritious soil. You'll top off this program by planting a seedling in soil made by our resident worms. Fee includes adult and child admission. Adult attendance is optional. We kindly ask unregistered siblings not attend.
Course prices may vary due to varying course lengths, number of sessions, option to purchase materials, etc.
Click register to check availability and to register, or call 311.
| Ages | Date | Time | Location | Fees | Course Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-5 | May 26 - May 26 | 2:00pm - 3:30pm | Muttart Conservatory | Child $20.00 |
561498 |
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