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Youth Adventures

Experience the world of animals at the Detroit Zoo while learning how you can help improve both their lives and ours everyday. Treks, projects, and presentations are just the beginning!

pdf 2008 Youth Adventure Programs Brochure 202.16 Kb

pdf 2008 Registration Form 222.19 Kb
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Wild About Reptiles
Are you Wild about Reptiles? Or do you despise those scaly creatures? Join us to find out the real scoop on reptiles and discover why they are so often unfairly given a bad rap.
Audience TIME

FEE/MEMBER

AVAILABILITY
6-9 Years Saturday, February 23, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

6-9 Years Saturday, May 3, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

6-9 Years Saturday, October 11, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

 
Monkey Business & Horse Play
Has anyone ever told you to stop that "horse play?" Or no more "monkey business"? Check out what these phrases really mean by watching the experts, our animals!
Audience TIME

FEE/MEMBER

AVAILABILITY
6-9 Years Saturday, February 9, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

6-9 Years Saturday, April 19, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

6-9 Years Saturday, September 27, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

 
Amazing Amphibians
Amphibians are amazing in their adaptations and behaviors. Come along on a journey to discover what they're all about and how their lives are very literally in our hands.
Audience         TIME

FEE/MEMBER

AVAILABILITY
10-15 Years Saturday, March 8, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

10-15 Years Saturday, May 17, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

10-15 Years Saturday, October 25, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

 
Amphibians Antics
Amphibians are always up to something! Hop, skip, or jump your way here to check out the National Amphibian Conservation Center with us to learn about these important players in our environment.
Audience TIME

FEE/MEMBER

AVAILABILITY
6-9 Years Saturday, February 16, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

6-9 Years Saturday, Arpil 26, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

6-9 Years Saturday, October 4, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

 
Really Cool Reptiles
Reptiles are often feared because of myths and legends. Join us to find out the real story and explore these animals down to a microscopic level!
Audience         TIME

FEE/MEMBER

AVAILABILITY
10-15 Years Saturday, March 1, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

10-15 Years Tuesday, May 10, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

10-15 Years Saturday, October 18, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

 
For the Birds
This program truly is for the birds! We'll visit our many species that live at the zoo, both as residents and visitors. We'll also make a special treat to take home to our feathered friends.
Audience TIME

FEE/MEMBER

AVAILABILITY
6-9 Years Saturday, March 29, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

6-9 Years Saturday, May 31, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

6-9 Years Saturday, November 8, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

 
Marvelous Mammals
Mammals are marvelous in their ability to survive at both ends of the earth and everywhere in between. Join us to marvel at our mammal residents and to imagine and conjure up your very own marvelous mammal.
Audience TIME

FEE/MEMBER

AVAILABILITY
6-9 Years Saturday, March 15, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

6-9 Years Saturday, May 24, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

6-9 Years Saturday, November 1, 3:30-5 p.m.

$20/$15

YES

 
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Nature Crafts: Tracks and Scat
Keep an open mind as we explore the "goodies" that animals leave behind.
Audience Location TIME 

 FEE/MEMBER

7 and up Belle Isle Saturday, December 6 3:00 p.m.

FREE

 
Once Upon a Funny Story
Everyone deserves a good laugh. Your kids are sure to enjoy this take on telling one twisted children's story.
Audience Location TIME 
FEE/MEMBER 
5 to 10 yrs. Belle Isle Saturday, January 17, 12:00 p.m. 
FREE
 


Thursday, 20 November 2008

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