Travelling Zoo Programs for Groups
Bringing Edmonton Valley Zoo programs to you!
The following programs are offered throughout the year from the Edmonton Valley Zoo.
Bring up to 3 live animals (for programs) or up to 6 live animals (for special event displays)* to your group and discover a unique learning experience!
*Please inquire at the time of booking about the types and numbers of animals that may be brought for your program. We cannot guarantee that the animals requested will be available on the day of the event, as their availability is based on animal health and care needs.
| Group Program Fees | ||
|---|---|---|
| Program Type | Program Date | Fee |
| 45min- 1hr travelling program (outreach) | Jan 1 - Aug 31, 2016 | $158 |
| Sep 1 - Dec 31, 2016 | $165 | |
| 45min- 1hr travelling program (outreach) - 2 classes | Jan 1 - Aug 31, 2016 | $218 |
| Sep 1 - Dec 31, 2016 | $225 | |
| Event/Festival Display - 3hrs | Jan 1 - Aug 31, 2016 | $450 |
| Sep 1 - Dec 31, 2016 | $500 | |
| Event/Festival Display - 6hrs | Jan 1 - Aug 31, 2016 | $550 |
| Sep 1 - Dec 31, 2016 | $750 | |
*2 consecutive travelling programs with 30 min - 1 hour between the programs.
For information about booking your travelling zoo program, including booking checklist, group size limits, fee payment, and cancellation policy, see For Groups.
Programs
Animal Visit
Ages 3 years and upInvite a few of our smaller Zoo animals to drop by your classroom for an animal visit! Your students will have a chance to meet, touch, learn about, and Get Closer to these animals. An interpreter will also bring along some animal artifacts that students will be able to see and touch. Three animals are included in this visit. Please inquire at the time of booking about the types of animals* that may be brought for this program.
*We cannot guarantee encounters with specific animals, as this is dependent on animal health and availability on the day of the program.
Program Length: 45 minutesAvailable: Year Round
*An additional interpreter fee of $20/hour or part thereof will be added to the cost of the programs if the length of time in between the first and second scheduled program exceeds 1 hour.
Amazing Animals
Ages 3 - 11 yearsWhat happens when group of forest creatures find a child’s mitten lost in the snow? We’ll find out when this program visits your classroom! Through interactive storytelling, creative movement and song, we’ll learn about the unique survival features of some of our animals. Program also includes a chance to meet and touch two small zoo animals featured in the story. This program theme focuses on Canadian & forest animals.
This program is suitable for children and youth with special needs.Program Length: 1 hour
Available: Year Round
*An additional interpreter fee of $20/hour or part thereof will be added to the cost of the programs if the length of time in between the first and second scheduled program exceeds 1 hour.
Special Event Displays
Invite the Travelling Zoo to your community event!
Two staff will bring out 5-6 animals and 1 or 2 small animal display pens* for some hands-on encounters as participants drop by our booth at their leisure.
*Display pens are only available for a select number of animals. Please inquire at the time of booking about the types of animals that may be brought for a special event.
Note: We cannot guarantee that the animals requested will be available on the day of the event, as their availability for outreach programs is based on animal health and care needs.
For programs outside Edmonton, add $20/hour travel time per program staff and $0.50/km for mileage to your program fee.
For More Information
Edmonton Valley Zoo School & Group Programs
13315 Buena Vista Road (87th Avenue)
PO Box 2359
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2R7
| Telephone | 780-442-1442 |
|---|---|
| cmsschoolbookings@edmonton.ca |
