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ZOO in Forest Park and Education Center

★★★★★ 5 · 5 reviews📍 293 Sumner Avenue, Springfield, MA 01108
STEM/STEAMArt & CraftsAfter-SchoolSTEMOutdoorsAges 1–18

About ZOO in Forest Park and Education Center

The Zoo in Forest Park is a wonderful place to visit for the whole family! With a mission to promote public awareness and appreciation for animals and the environment, this non-profit organization strives to make a difference. Spend a day exploring the zoo and admiring the variety of wildlife. Learn about the importance of conservation and how you can help protect and preserve our planet. The zoo offers educational programs and activities for all ages, perfect for a fun and informative day out. You can learn about different species of animals, how they interact with their environment, and the impact humans have had on their habitats. Kids can also take part in fun hands-on activities such as crafting projects or animal encounters. The Zoo in Forest Park is a great place to visit for a day of fun and learning. Discover the amazing diversity of the animal kingdom, while helping to promote public awareness and appreciation for all animals and the natural environment. With educational programs, activities, and conservation efforts, it's a great way to show your support for the planet and its inhabitants.

Programs

The classes, camps and experiences this business offers.

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KIDS GO WILD!
Kids Go Wild is a multi-week, hands-on educational outreach program that brings ambassador animals, artifacts, and other educational materials to schools, community centers, and other locations. This unique program features at least one cross-hatched science and literacy activity or lesson as well as a variety of animal ambassadors and artifacts. Participants keep a journal throughout the Kids Go Wild program, answering follow-up and critical thinking questions regarding the lesson. These journals are reviewed by program staff at the conclusion of the program to gauge success and expected outcomes.
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tour around the zoo
A Guided Enrichment Tour includes a basic guided tour with a Zoo Educator and a chance to meet some animal ambassadors up close! You will be able to choose from a list of animal ambassadors to meet up close. A Zoo Educator will choose an activity for your selected animal. This could include diet prep, daily husbandry duties or designing & implementing an enrichment activity.
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Wildlife on Wheels
Wildlife on Wheels programs are designed to provide information about the animals, including their special adaptations, habitats, behaviors, diets and status in the wild. Topics can be arranged to correspond with classroom projects.

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Reviews

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Location & details

🗺️ 293 Sumner Avenue, Springfield, MA 01108 — open in Maps

🎯 Activities

STEM/STEAMArt & Crafts

🏕️ Amenities

Handicap accessible

🧒 Who they support

CoedKids

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