Stone Zoo EdZOOcation Programs

Dates:
December 6, 13, & 20 (No class on 12/27), 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Price:
Price: $100 for members, $110 for non-members

December 6: Chimpanzees

Family relationships are vital to chimpanzees. Let’s learn about how these animals live in extended family groups of up to 20 individuals.

December 13: Elephants

Elephants have deep family bonds – their herd is led by the female head of the family, and families consists of up to 12 individuals. We'll have some bonding sessions of our own as we learn together about this magnificent species.

December 20: Lions

In our final class of December, we’re going to learn about the only big cat that likes to live as a family unit – the lions!

Dates: February 6, 13 and 27

Time: 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Capacity: 10

Price: $100 for members, $110 for non-members

Week 1: Solo Critters

In our first class of the month, we’re going to learn about animals who much prefer life alone. It’s hard to imagine what life would be like almost completely alone, so today we'll try to understand what these animals might be up to.

Week 2: Squad Goals

Flamingos, prairie dogs and rock hyrax. What do these animals have in common? They all like to live in big groups, of course! Let’s learn about “squad goals” of the animal kingdom!

Week 3: Why not both?

Like all rules, there are exceptions to whether animals are solitary or spend time with a family, group or a mate. Today, we’ll take a closer look at the animals who may spend time with others, but also really enjoy some time alone too.

Dates: February 7, 14 and 28

Time: 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Capacity: 12

Price: $100 for members, $110 for non-members

Week 1: Solo Critters

In our first class of the month, we’re going to learn about animals who much prefer life alone. It’s hard to imagine what life would be like almost completely alone, so today we'll try to understand what these animals might be up to.

Week 2: Squad Goals

Flamingos, prairie dogs and rock hyrax. What do these animals have in common? They all like to live in big groups, of course! Let’s learn about “squad goals” of the animal kingdom!

Week 3: Why not both?

Like all rules, there are exceptions to whether animals are solitary or spend time with a family, group or a mate. Today, we’ll take a closer look at the animals who may spend time with others, but also really enjoy some time alone too.

Dates: March 5, 12, 19 and 26

Time: 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Capacity: 10

Price: Price: $130 for members, $145 for non-members

Week 1: Habitat Loss

In our first class together this session, we’re going to understand how habitat loss impacts different species. We will also learn about where in the world habitat loss is a problem. It’s important that everyone leaves class understanding what people are doing around the world to help and also what small steps you can take at home too!

Week 2: Invasive Species

When plants and animals are introduced to non-native habitats and end up thriving, we call them invasive species. These introduced plants and animals often disrupt the natural habitat and ecosystem, which can wreak havoc on the native species. Today, we'll learn all about different invasive species and how to identify them.

Week 3: Pollution

Pollution goes beyond tossing trash out of our car windows on the highway. Today we'll focus on how pollution can impact various species around the world and what we can do to help.

Week 4: Trafficking

Animal trafficking is not something we talk about very often, but it has a really big impact on animal populations. In our final class together, we’ll talk about which animals are impacted and what things we can look out for as consumers to help make a difference.

Dates: March 6, 13, 20 and 27

Time: 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Capacity: 12

Price: Price: $130 for members, $145 for non-members

Week 1: Habitat Loss

In our first class together this session, we’re going to understand how habitat loss impacts different species. We will also learn about where in the world habitat loss is a problem. It’s important that everyone leaves class understanding what people are doing around the world to help and also what small steps you can take at home too!

Week 2: Invasive Species

When plants and animals are introduced to non-native habitats and end up thriving, we call them invasive species. These introduced plants and animals often disrupt the natural habitat and ecosystem, which can wreak havoc on the native species. Today, we'll learn all about different invasive species and how to identify them.

Week 3: Pollution

Pollution goes beyond tossing trash out of our car windows on the highway. Today we'll focus on how pollution can impact various species around the world and what we can do to help.

Week 4: Trafficking

Animal trafficking is not something we talk about very often, but it has a really big impact on animal populations. In our final class together, we’ll talk about which animals are impacted and what things we can look out for as consumers to help make a difference.

• Classes will be limited to 10 or 12 participants and held indoors, with certain activities and zoo walks held outdoors.
• Face masks will be optional during this program. We encourage thorough hand-washing and provide opportunities to wash and sanitize hands throughout the duration of the program.
• Due to new COVID-19 regulations, we are not able to offer opportunities to touch any of our ambassador animals that we will be meeting.
• Parent/guardian and unregistered sibling/friend attendance is not permitted.

• Cancellations may be made more than two weeks prior to the program and will receive a 75% refund
• A transfer to a similar program may be possible if requested at least 48 hours in advance. A small fee will be charged for any change in your registration.
• No refunds will be given to no-shows
• To cancel or request a transfer please contact the Education Department at SZcamp@zoonewengland.org