West African Guinea Hog
Though once popular on homesteads and small farms in the southern United States, Guinea hogs are critically few in number. The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy has placed them under the most endangered heading on the Conservation Priority List.
Winter/Spring Ed'ZOO'cation Offerings
EdZOOcation provides a unique opportunity for you and your child to learn more about the animals at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo! Each session is specifically designed for the age group indicated and includes a craft, snack, biofact (skulls, fur, feathers, etc.) presentation, a Zoo tour, and may include an animal encounter or keeper talk.
Bat Brigade!
What makes bats so incredible? Explore the Zoo's two unique species of bat, watch them take on a specially made bat treat, and make a batty craft in this hands-on program!
| SESSION | AGES | DATE | TIME |
| FR011510 | 3-5 with parent | January 15, 2010 | 10:30 a.m. - noon |
| AM011610 | 3-5 with parent | January 16, 2010 | 10:30 a.m. - noon |
| PM011610 | 3-5 with parent | January 16, 2010 | 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. |
| KA011610 | 6-7 parent optional | January 16, 2010 | 10:30 a.m. - noon |
| KB011610 | 8-9 parent optional | January 16, 2010 | 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. |
Ribbit, Ribbit, Croak!
Explore the Zoo's amazing amphibian population through a close encounter with an amphibian, a special tour of 'The Cave,' and even make a 'green' craft!
| SESSION | AGES | DATE | TIME |
| FR020510 | 3-5 with parent | February 5, 2010 | 10:30 a.m. - noon |
| AM020610 | 3-5 with parent | February 6, 2010 | 10:30 a.m. - noon |
| PM020610 | 3-5 with parent | February 6, 2010 | 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. |
| KA020610 | 6-7 parent optional | February 6, 2010 | 10:30 a.m. - noon |
| KB020610 | 8-9 parent optional | February 6, 2010 | 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. |
Musta Been a Mustelid!
From otters to fishers to ferrets, mustelids have extraordinary characteristics. Meet a mustelid, take a Zoo tour, and make a craft in this 'otterly' fun session!
| SESSION | AGES | DATE | TIME |
| FR030510 | 3-5 with parent | March 5, 2010 | 10:30 a.m. - noon |
| AM030610 | 3-5 with parent | March 6, 2010 | 10:30 a.m. - noon |
| PM030610 | 3-5 with parent | March 6, 2010 | 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. |
| KA030610 | 6-7 parent optional | March 6, 2010 | 10:30 a.m. - noon |
| KB030610 | 8-9 parent optional | March 6, 2010 | 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. |
Feline Friends!
From lions to lynx, the Zoo has all the cats you know and love! Learn all about our fabulous feline friends as we make some of our more energetic cats a treat, take a Zoo tour, and create a catty craft in this hands-on program!
| SESSION | AGES | DATE | TIME |
| FR040910 | 3-5 with parent | April 9, 2010 | 10:30 a.m. - noon |
| AM041010 | 3-5 with parent | April 10, 2010 | 10:30 a.m. - noon |
| PM041010 | 3-5 with parent | April 10, 2010 | 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. |
| KA041010 | 6-7 parent optional | April 10, 2010 | 10:30 a.m. - noon |
| KB041010 | 8-9 parent optional | April 10, 2010 | 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. |
A parent or guardian is required to attend preschool sessions with their child; parents are optional for 6-9 year old sessions. Class size is limited to ensure that your child has the most educational and fun experience we can offer! Please help us by leaving toddlers and infants at home. Pre-registration is required for all sessions; a minimum number of registrants is required to run all edZOOcation programming.
Fees:
- Members: $15 per child/adult pair per session
- Non-members: $20 per child/adult pair per session
- $9 for each additional child in the same session
Click HERE to download a registration form.
For more information, please call Liz Schmidt at (315) 435-8511 x205 or e-mail lschmidt@rosamondgiffordzoo.org.
Consent and Waiver Policy
Every participant under the age of 18 without a parent or legal guardian on the premises during the education program must have a signed consent and waiver form on file with the Education Department. This form will be kept on file for one (1) year, so you only need to fill it out once. If your child's medical history, including food allergy or activity restrictions changes, please notify the Education Department to update your file at 435-8511 ext. 205. To download the Education Program Consent and Waiver form, please click here.
Winter Weather Policy
All education programs, including edZOOcation, camps, and overnights, will run as scheduled unless the Zoo has been closed by order of Onondaga County administration. Sorry, but no refunds or rain checks will be given for 'no-shows' for any reason.
Please check the website throughout the throughout the school year for current edZOOcation offerings!
