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2022 Summer Programs
Online Registration Only
Zoo Member Online Registration Opens:
Tuesday, March 15, 2022
General Public Online Registration Opens:
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Visit
9 a.m.stlzoo.org for(314)
to 3 p.m., at more646-4544,
information.
option #6 or at educationquestions@stlzoo.org.
Table of Contents
Registration Information..........................................................3
Camp Programs.......................................................................6
Children age 4 through children in 12th grade. Includes Camp Joey, Camp KangaZoo,
Teen Camp, Specialty Camps and Camp Extended Care programs.
Zoo ALIVE Teen Volunteer Program.........................................12
Teens ages 15 and up.
Career Programs....................................................................12
Participants entering 2nd - 8th grades. Adults can also register to attend.
Families.................................................................................15
Adults with children entering 1st grade and up.
Overnight Programs and Snooze at the Zoo...........................18
Overnight programs for families with children entering kindergarten and up;
overnight programs for Cub Scouts and Girl Scout Brownies, Juniors and Cadettes.
Adults....................................................................................19
Adults ages 18 and up.
Private Programs...................................................................20
Private programs that can be reserved for adult and family groups.
Teachers................................................................................22
Summer Outreach Programs..................................................23
Our Zoo Mission
To conserve animals and their habitats through animal management, research, recreation,
and educational activities that encourage the support and enrich the experience of the public.
Saint Louis Zoo Education Department Mission
Working in partnership with local and global communities, we provide educational
opportunities and experiences that nurture compassion for animals and our shared
world in order to empower conservation action.
Photo Credits: Robin Winkelman, Michael Abbene, Dave Merrit, JoEllen Toler,
Rick Ulreich, Megan Turner, Allison Kellerman.
Questions? Contact the Education Department, Monday through Friday,
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Registration Information
Registration Information Who Can I Register?
Advance registration is required for all •Yourself
programs. Registrations close two weeks
prior to the program date or when the •Immediate family members
program is sold out. residing in the same household
(spouse and children)
Zoo members receive priority online •Grandchildren (as general public
registration and a discount on registration or as part of your
program fees. If you would like to membership if you have a
become a member or renew your Family/Grandparent membership
membership, please visit stlzoo.org/ level or above)
membership or call (314) 646-4771,
NOTE: Zoo members are not eligible
option 2 for more information.
to register nieces, nephews, friends,
neighbors, out-of-town guests, etc.
Online Registration Extended family members, friends,
Online registration will open for Zoo
neighbors and out-of-town guests must
members on Tuesday, March 15, 2022,
register themselves and their household
at 9 a.m., and for the General Public
members separately.
on Wednesday, March 16, 2022,
at 1 p.m. Credit card payment is required We reserve the right to cancel
for online registration. Zoo gift cards, programs due to low enrollment
coupons and checks are not accepted for or extenuating circumstances.
online registration. Please visit stlzoo.org Full refunds will be issued.
for detailed information on how to
register online. Online Registration Confirmation
You will receive a Registration Report
by email as a confirmation of your
NOTE: online registration. Please read the
•Priority is given to online registrants. following information:
•Fax, email and phone registrations are • Confirmed program dates and times
not accepted. • Special notes.
•Participants must be the appropriate • Waiting list information if program
age or grade level and can only register sessions you selected were sold out.
for one session of each program topic
or title.
•Processing fees will apply for
duplicate registrations, cancellations
and/or transfers.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at (314) 646-4544, option #6 or at educationquestions@stlzoo.org.
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Registration Information
Wait List Important
You can sign up to be placed on the wait COVID-19 Information
list(s) if ALL of your session choices for To prevent the spread of COVID-19,
a requested program are sold out. If you additional restrictions will be required
are placed on a wait list, your payment for attending all in-person programs.
will not be processed. We will notify you See the sections on Covid-19 Guidelines
if an opening occurs. for In-Person Programs, the Covid-19
Policy and the Covid-19 Terms and
Cancellations Conditions found on the program
We require at least two weeks’ notice registration website page.
for refund requests. Please notify •Masks are required for all program
the Education Department as soon as participants, and are to be worn
possible at (314) 646-4544, option #6. both inside and outside.
Cancellation fees apply as follows:
•Participants attending multi-day
•Camp Joey, Camp KangaZoo, Teen programs will be required to
Camp and Specialty Camps – Fee: $25 complete a daily screening form.
•All other programs – Fee: $8 •If a program session is canceled due
•Less than two weeks’ notice – to COVID-19 related issues, we will
no refund offer a virtual program if applicable,
Participants may not make up or receive or issue a full refund.
a refund for missed programs. •We will communicate any changes
based on Zoo policy as we get closer to
Transfers your program date.
Transfers are subject to availability.
Please notify the Education Department Inclusion Statement
at least two weeks before the program It is our goal that children of all abilities
session. Transfer fees apply and are due play and learn together in our programs.
at the time of your request. The individual program will determine
•Camp Joey, Camp KangaZoo, the level of support needed for
Teen Camp and Specialty Camps participation. The unique public nature
Two weeks’ notice – Fee: $25 of the Zoo, student-to-teacher ratios
and program activities may require
•For all other programs that families provide a qualified aide to
Two weeks’ notice – Fee: $8 help with additional supports needed.
To help determine the best program for
your child and answer other questions
please visit our Inclusion FAQ page.
Our goal is that every child has the
opportunity to reach their full potential
in our conservation education programs.
Our programs are developmentally
appropriate for the set age range listed.
Questions? Contact the Education Department, Monday through Friday,
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Registration Information
We realize that sometimes Parking for Programs
developmental level does not correlate Parking is available on the Zoo’s
to chronological age. If this is the case, North Lot on Government Drive and
you can reach out to us to determine the South Lot on Wells Drive for a fee. Zoo
best placement for your child. To discuss members can use their free parking
any other inclusion questions please benefits. Limited free street parking is
contact Laura Seger at seger@stlzoo.org. available. Visit stlzoo.org for parking
details and pricing. Congestion on
Medication streets in Forest Park can cause a delay
in your arrival time. Please plan extra
Authorization Policy time so that you arrive on time for any
For parents/adults registered to attend in-person Zoo program.
in-person programs with their child:
If your child needs to take medication Zoo Policy
during any in-person Zoo program, Children under the age of 14 must be
you are responsible for carrying the accompanied by an adult. Parents of
medication and monitoring your children under the age of 14, please
child’s needs. plan to escort your child to class and
For parents of youth attending programs then pick them up when their program
unaccompanied by an adult: is over. You will be asked to sign your
If your child needs to take medication child “in” and “out” before and after
during Zoo program hours (including programs. All program participants will
insulin or an insulin pump), you be accompanied by Zoo staff and/or Zoo
must complete the Zoo’s medication volunteers during their program.
authorization form. Emergency rescue
medicine including an Epi-Pen or other
epinephrine auto-injector require
completing the FARE - Food Allergy
and Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan.
Complete medication information is
required before your child attends their
Zoo program.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at (314) 646-4544, option #6 or at educationquestions@stlzoo.org.
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Camp Programs
Camp Program Information You will:
Children attend these programs on their •Create amazing art and a journal
own, unaccompanied by a parent or to take home
other adult. Please visit our website for •Play active animal games
information about our inclusion services. •Ride the Zooline Railroad
•Sing Zoo tunes
Camp scholarships are available for •Visit great Zoo habitats
families with financial need. Call (314) •Do hands-on activities
646-4544, option #6 or go to •And more!
stlzoo.org/education for
Instructors: Zoo Early Childhood
application materials.
Educators with assistance
Thanks to generous gifts from from Zoo ALIVE Volunteers
donors such as AFB International, Half-Day Sessions (5 days)
the Kwame Family Foundation, and the Limited to 10 campers per session
Nancy Galvin Education Scholarship Fee: Zoo Members $200
Fund, the Saint Louis Zoo is pleased to General Public $225
announce scholarship opportunities for
our educational summer camp programs. June 6-10 M-F 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Half-Day Sessions (5 days)
Camp Joey - Animals All Around Limited to 20 campers per session
For children age 4 - entering kindergarten Fee: Zoo Members $200
who can use the restroom independently. General Public $225
Children must be 4 years old by their program
date. No exceptions will be made. June 13-17 M-F 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
It’s time to hop out of the pouch and Full-Day Sessions (5 days)
into the Zoo at Camp Joey! Our days Limited to 20 campers per session
will be filled with animal antics, habitat Fee: Zoo Members $280
ventures and Zoo fun as we experience General Public $305
and appreciate the animal world together.
June 20-24 M-F 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
The Camp Joey theme this summer is
Animals All Around and will explore June 27-July 1 M-F 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
animals’ diverse habitats. We’ll learn
about aquatic, land and backard habitats, July 11-15 M-F 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
as well as how the Zoo replicates natural
July 18-22 M-F 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
habitats for our animals. Camp Joey
T-shirt, group photo and snack included. Aug 1-5 M-F 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Extra Camp Joey T-shirts can be purchased
for $14. Mini-Camp Week (4 Full Days)
For more information about Camp Joey, Limited to 20 campers per session
please check out the FAQ page on our Fee: Zoo Members $180
website: stlzoo.org/camp. KangaCare, our General Public $200
extended care program, is not offered for
Camp Joey. July 5-8 T-F 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Questions? Contact the Education Department, Monday through Friday,
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Camp Programs
Camp KangaZoo - Animal to Animal
For students entering 1st - 6th grades. June 13-16 M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
June 16 Th 6 - 10 p.m.
Explore the Zoo with caring counselors
and new friends, meet the animals, and June 20-23 M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 3:p.m.
learn amazing things at Camp KangaZoo! June 23 Th 6 - 10 p.m.
This summer’s camp theme is Animal
to Animal. Campers will spend four days June 27-30 M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
and one awesome evening in small, June 30 Th 6 - 10 p.m.
age-specific groups for outdoor and
indoor activities. Campers will discover July 11-14 M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
the secrets of animal life on Earth, July 14 Th 6 - 10 p.m.
including how animals interact with
each other, other animal species, their July 18-21 M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
July 21 Th 6 - 10 p.m.
environment, and with humans who
share their world. You can count on July 25-28 M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
engaging, fun hands-on activities July 28 Th 6 - 10 p.m.
and crafts, outdoor games, Zoo tours,
lots of animal observation, and all of Aug. 1-4 M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
the things that make Zoo camp great! Aug. 4 Th 6 - 10 p.m.
This year Camp KangaZoo will feature a Aug. 8-11 M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday evening program instead of Aug. 11 Th 6 - 10 p.m.
a full overnight at the Zoo. The evening
program will feature all of the campers’
favorite activities including a family sing-
along with our Camp Musician, a pizza
dinner, camper skits and a night hike
around the Zoo.
Camp KangaZoo T-shirt, group photo,
snacks and Thursday pizza dinner
included. Extra Camp KangaZoo
T-shirts can be purchased for $12.
For more information about camp, please
check out the FAQ page on our website:
stlzoo.org/education. A detailed
information packet will be sent
in the spring.
Instructors: Zoo Educators and
Zoo ALIVE Volunteers
Fee: Zoo Members $225
General Public $250
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at (314) 646-4544, option #6 or at educationquestions@stlzoo.org.
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Camp Programs
Teen Camp — Animal to Animal Specialty Camps
For students entering 7th - 9th grades. Specialty Camps are a uniquely different
Too old for Camp KangaZoo? experience from Camp KangaZoo, in that
Then you’re ready for Teen Camp, an they take an in-depth look into a specific
awesome summer adventure for teens! topic. Participants should bring a lunch
Teen Camp combines all of the best and beverage each day and dress for the
aspects of camp – fun, friends, music, weather.
crafts, skits, live animal encounters Our extended KangaCare PM program
and awesome counselors – with more is available for an additional fee.
in-depth information about Zoo animals
and conservation. Teen Camp includes
an overnight experience at the Zoo on
Thursday night!
Limited to 16 campers per session
Instructors: Zoo Educators and
Zoo ALIVE Volunteers
Fee: Zoo Members $245
General Public $270
June 27-30 M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
June 30-July 1 Th-F 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 a.m. Carnivore Camp
Four-day program for students
July 11-14 M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. entering 3rd - 5th grades.
July 14-15 Th-F 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 a.m.
July 25-28 M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Join fellow mystery mavens in this
July 28-29 Th-F 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 a.m. four-day specialty camp for an
adventure of tiger-sized proportions!
Each year, the Saint Louis Zoo provides We will learn why carnivores are such
scholarships to under-resourced a unique group, and we’ll discover
students in our community so they how to tell which animals are carnivores.
can attend Camp KangaZoo. Would you Through problem-solving, research,
consider a gift of any amount today puzzles and adventures, we’ll identify
to help a camper enjoy a Zoo camp this a mystery carnivore that lives at the Zoo!
summer? Please contact Jayne Ullstrom
at (314) 646-4966 to make your gift Limited to 12 students per session
today. Thank you for your support Instructor: Zoo Educator
of the Saint Louis Zoo! Fee: Zoo Members $210
General Public $235
June 20-23 M-Th 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
July 11-14 M-Th 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
August 1-4 M-Th 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Questions? Contact the Education Department, Monday through Friday,
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Camp Programs
Swinging into Primatology Junior Marine Biologist
Four-day program for students Four-day program for students
entering 5th - 6th grades. entering 6th - 8th grades.
If you enjoy visiting the apes, monkeys What does it take to be a marine biologist?
and lemurs at the Zoo, then this campis Dive in to learn about the wonders of our
for you! Join us for a four-day adventure oceans and their inhabitants. In this
that will include activities and up-close four-day program, students will explore
observations while we learn about the our connection to the ocean through
different primate species. scientific tools, squid dissection, fish
We will also discover what it takes to classification and conservation practices.
care for the many different species of
primates that call the Zoo home and Limited to 12 students per session
learn about Primate Canopy Trails, the Instructor: Zoo Educator
Zoo’s newest exhibit. Fee: Zoo Members $210
General Public $235
Limited to 12 students per session
Instructor: Zoo Educator June 13-16 M-Th 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fee: Zoo Members $210
July 18-21 M-Th 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
General Public $235
June 27-30 M-Th 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
July 18-21 M-Th 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
July 25-28 M-Th 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at (314) 646-4544, option #6 or at educationquestions@stlzoo.org.
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Camp Programs
Senior Marine Biologist Conservation Careers
Four-day program for students Four-day program for students
entering 7th - 9th grades. entering 9th -12th grades.
In this four-day program, we will dive In this four-day specialty camp, students
deeper into the world of marine biology will learn about the skills required for a
through dissection, field work and career in conservation. We will practice
hands-on learning. Students will explore field biology techniques, speak with
the importance of studying invasive conservation professionals, and learn
species, climate change and how the how to communicate conservation issues
Saint Louis Zoo takes care of marine and solutions. We will also explore
mammals. (This program is conservation efforts led by the Zoo, both
recommended for those who have here in Missouri and around the world.
already participated in our Junior
Marine Biologist program.) Limited to 12 students
Instructor: Zoo Educator
Limited to 12 students per session Fee: Zoo Members $210
Instructor: Zoo Educator General Public $235
Fee: Zoo Members $210
General Public $235 June 27-30 M-Th 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
June 20-23 M-Th 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Animals: Prehistoric to Present
Four-day program for students
Aug. 1-4 M-Th 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. entering 3rd - 5th grades.
Journey through time with the
Saint Louis Zoo! We will identify
prehistoric animals and discover how
some have evolved into the animals
we see today. Scaly dinosaurs, slimy
amphibians and giant insects, oh my!
Come along as we explore the new
Emerson Dinoroarus exhibit and see
many amazing Zoo animals. To finish off
our week together, you will use what you
learned to design your own prehistoric
creature!
Limited to 12 students per session
Instructor: Zoo Educator
Fee: Zoo Members $210
General Public $235
July 11-14 M-Th 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
July 25-28 M-Th 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Questions? Contact the Education Department, Monday through Friday,
10Camp Programs
Camp Extended Care KangaCare PM: During this after-care
program, campers will enjoy activities
KangaCare AM and PM building on their camp experience.
A before- and after-care program for camp Campers will visit an area of the Zoo each
participants. KangaCare AM not available day and then have indoor activities until
for Camp Joey and Specialty Camps. pick-up. KangaCare PM is offered until
KangaCare PM not available for Camp Joey. 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
Instructors: Zoo Educator and Limited to 24 campers per session
Zoo ALIVE Volunteers Fee: Zoo Members $70
General Public $75
KangaCare AM: Campers may be
dropped off between 7 - 8:15 a.m. June 13-16 M-Th 3 - 6 p.m.
They can enjoy a continental breakfast
(cereal, fruit, milk, juice) or can eat June 20-23 M-Th 3 - 6 p.m.
a breakfast that they bring. Indoor
June 27-30 M-Th 3 - 6 p.m.
activities will be offered until 8:15 a.m.,
when we will stroll across the Zoo to July 11-14 M-Th 3 - 6 p.m.
the main camp location for check-in.
July 18-21 M-Th 3 - 6 p.m.
Limited to 20 campers per session
July 25-28 M-Th 3 - 6 p.m.
Fee: Zoo Members $25
General Public $30 Aug. 1-4 M-Th 3 - 6 p.m.
June 13-16 M-Th 7 - 8:30 a.m. Aug. 8-11 M-Th 3 - 6 p.m.
June 20-23 M-Th 7 - 8:30 a.m.
July 27-30 M-Th 7 - 8:30 a.m.
July 11-14 M-Th 7 - 8:30 a.m.
July 18-21 M-Th 7 - 8:30 a.m.
July 25-28 M-Th 7 - 8:30 a.m.
Aug. 1-4 M-Th 7 - 8:30 a.m.
Aug. 8-11 M-Th 7 - 8:30 a.m.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at (314) 646-4544, option #6 or at educationquestions@stlzoo.org.
11Zoo ALIVE! and Career Programs
Zoo ALIVE! – Active Leaders Applications are due March 3, 2022.
In Volunteer Education All applicants must attend an interview
For high school students ages 15 and up. on March 13, 2022.
Join Zoo ALIVE, the Zoo’s year-round
volunteer program for teens! Zoo ALIVE The Saint Louis Zoo is grateful to receive
volunteers help with Camp KangaZoo, support for its Zoo ALIVE Teen Volunteer
and other Zoo programs, events and Program from the Claire M. Fitzgerald
conservation projects throughout Teen Leadership Fund.
the year.
In Zoo ALIVE, you will: Career Programs
Youth attend these programs on their
•Meet other teens who love animals
and kids own or with an accompanied parent or
•Learn about wildlife, nature, animal other adult. The fees for these programs
science and the Zoo are per registered participant.
•Participate in conservation projects All participants must be registered.
•Enhance your leadership and
communication skills A Day with the Rays
For youth entering 2nd - 8th grades. A parent
•Gain valuable volunteer experience
or adult can register to accompany the
•Make a difference! participant. Fees are per registrant.
Mandatory Requirements:
Join the Saint Louis Zoo’s team of
• Must be 15 years old by June 1, 2022 keepers by participating in A Day with
•This is a year-long program. Volunteers the Rays! In your first year as an aquatics
help with at least two activities per keeper for the day, we will give you an
month from June 2022 - May 2023, official name tag and T-shirt to take
including two consecutive weeks at home. Jump right in with preparing diets
Camp KangaZoo, Teen Camp or Camp and help maintain the exhibit to keep
Joey. it looking nice and the animals healthy.
•Attend Zoo Volunteer Orientation As the new expert, you will help guests
virtually on Zoom on June 1, 2022, learn about our exhibit, how to touch
9-11 a.m. and feed the stingrays, and touch the
•Attend Camp training on either sharks. Please wear a T-shirt, khaki or
Saturday, June 4, 2022 or Friday, June jean shorts, and old closed-toe shoes.
10, 2022, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Bring a bottle of water and a camera.
•Attend a monthly meeting at the Zoo or A Saint Louis Zoo snack and lunch will
virtually on Zoom, typically on the first be provided. Get wet, smell like fish
or second Sundays, 5-7:30 p.m. and have a ton of fun with A Day with
the Rays!
Visit Zoo ALIVE at stlzoo.org/zooalive
for more information and Note: We do not recommend this
application materials. program for participants with shellfish
allergies. Please mention any latex
allergies at the time of registration.
Questions? Contact the Education Department, Monday through Friday,
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For this program, you will need off all that you learned from last time as
to choose an AM (morning session) well as pick up a few new tricks along the
or PM (afternoon session). way. Please wear a T-shirt (your Day with
the Rays shirt is a great choice), khaki or
Limited to two participants per session. jean shorts, and old closed-toe shoes.
Fees are per registrant. Bring a bottle of water and a camera.
Fee: Zoo Members $125 A Saint Louis Zoo snack and lunch will
General Public $135 be provided. Get wet, smell like fish and
have even more fishy fun with Advanced
Code: April 30 - May 29 Day with the Rays! Participants must
Saturday and Sunday Only have attended A Day with the Rays.
AM Session 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
PM Session 12:30 - 4 p.m. Note: We do not recommend this
(except May 21, 22) program for participants with shellfish
allergies. Please mention any latex
Code: May 30 - June 30 allergies at the time of registration.
Daily
AM Session 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. For this program, you will need
(except June 17) to choose an AM (morning session)
or PM (afternoon session).
Code: July 1 - Aug. 14
Daily
Limited to two participants per session.
PM Session 12:30 - 4 p.m.
Fees are per registrant.
(except July 4)
Fee: Zoo Members $125
Code: Aug. 20 - Sept 25 General Public $135
Saturday and Sunday Only
Code: May 30 - June 30
AM session 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Daily
Advanced Day with the Rays PM Session 12:30 - 4 p.m.
(except June 17)
For youth entering 2nd - 8th grades
who have attended A Day with the Rays.
Code: July 1 - Aug. 14
A parent or adult can register to accompany
the participant. Fees are per registrant. Daily
AM Session 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Dive deeper into the science and career (except July 4)
of an aquatics keeper. In this second
Code: Aug. 20 - Sept 25
year, you will continue building your
Saturday and Sunday Only
knowledge by participating in animal
PM Session 12:30 - 4 p.m.
husbandry duties. Once the daily tasks
are accomplished, you will explore fish
and cephalopod biology, perform
advanced marine water quality
monitoring, and, of course, have some
time for fun and games. It’s time to show
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at (314) 646-4544, option #6 or at educationquestions@stlzoo.org.
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Diggin’ with Dinos Engineer-for-a-Day
For youth entering 2nd - 8th grades. For participants ages 8 to adult.
A parent or adult can register to accompany
the participant. Fees are per registrant. Come aboard and learn to be an
Emerson Zooline Railroad engineer!
Welcome to Emerson Dinoroarus! Spend Get a behind-the-scenes look at what
a day in the life of a paleontologist, it takes to be a part of one of the top
attractions at the Saint Louis Zoo.
learning all about dinosaurs, past and
present. Study how fossils are created, You Will:
do some digging yourself and investigate •Tour the Zooline Railroad
how scientists use fossil clues to unravel maintenance shed
the mysteries of prehistory. Puzzle •Help an engineer with daily
together some dinosaur bones and morning activities
see what they tell us about diets and •Participate in daily train
lifestyles. Please wear a T-shirt, khaki safety checks with an engineer
or jean shorts, and old closed-toe shoes. •Ride with an engineer on the
Bring a bottle of water and a camera. locomotive, blowing the whistle
A Saint Louis Zoo snack will be provided. and ringing the bell
•Tear tickets at the railroad stations,
Get ready for a “dino-mite” adventure!
and help passengers board the train
Limited to two participants per session. •Help announce a narrated tour on
Fees are per registrant. the train (optional)
Fee: Zoo Members $125 Participants should wear long pants and
General Public $135 closed-toe shoes. To look the part, you
will receive a name tag, Zoo bandana,
Code: May 28 - Sept 25 engineer cap, and reusable mask. You
Saturday and Sunday Only will also enjoy a complimentary lunch
AM Session 9 a.m - 12:30 p.m. with a Zooline Railroad engineer. Four
(except June 17, July 4) complimentary train tickets will be
issued so your accompanying family
members can join in on the fun. You
will also take home a special certificate,
suitable for framing, as a reminder
of your day on the Saint Louis Zoo’s
railroad!
Limited to one participant per day.
Fee: Zoo Members $125
General $135
Code: April 1 - Sept. 30
9 a.m - 1 p.m.
(except May 28-30; June 17; September 3-5)
Questions? Contact the Education Department, Monday through Friday,
14Families
For this program, mark your choices Families
for DATES instead of CODES on the Youth and adults attend these programs
registration form. Participants will be TOGETHER. The fees for these programs
registered only one date. are per registered participant. All
participating family members must
Note: If you are a past participant and be registered.
would like to use your coupon certificate,
you must contact the Education Wake Up With the Rays
Department for special registration For families with children entering
instructions. Coupons cannot be 1st grade and up. Fees are listed per person.
redeemed through online registration.
Join us behind the scenes at Stingrays at
Caribbean Cove! Learn about stingrays
and sharks, and be the first to meet
them for the day! We will show you how
to touch the sharks, and you can feed
the stingrays yourself. You will have an
opportunity to walk through the support
tent with a keeper who will discuss the
incredible equipment and marine
expertise required to take care of our
marine animals. This program will end
with a stingray keeper discussion
during a tasty breakfast provided
at Lakeside Cafe.
Limited to 15 participants per session
Instructors: Zoo Interpreters
Fee: Zoo Members $26
General Public $29
Code: F0611RA
June 11 Sa 7:30 - 8:45 a.m.
Code: F0716RA
July 16 Sa 7:30 - 8:45 a.m.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at (314) 646-4544, option #6 or at educationquestions@stlzoo.org.
15Families
Aquatic Investigators Birds for Beginners
(Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Park) (Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Park)
For families with children entering For families with children entering
2nd grade and up. Fees are listed per person. 2nd grade and up. Fees are listed per person.
Join us as we get outdoors at the Saint Come explore with us at the
Louis Zoo WildCare Park and explore the Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Park as we
hidden world that lies under the surface search the skies, ground and trees for
of freshwater ponds! Participants will birds of all shapes and sizes. Learn
get hands-on experience using science how to become a bird watcher by
tools to discover and learn about the developing your skills at spotting birds
creatures that hop, crawl and swim through binoculars, using field guides
through the water. Program participants to identify different types of birds and
meet at the WildCare Park. listening closely for the bird sounds
around you. Your bird-watching journey
Limited to 15 participants per session begins here! Program participants meet
Instructors: Zoo Educators at the WildCare Park.
Fee: Zoo Members $23
General Public $26 Limited to 15 participants per session
Instructors: Zoo Educators
Code: W0604A1 Fee: Zoo Members $23
June 4 Sa 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. General Public $26
Code: W0604A2 Code: W0625B1
June 4 Sa 1 - 3 p.m. June 25 Sa 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Code: W0625B2
June 25 Sa 1 - 3 p.m.
Questions? Contact the Education Department, Monday through Friday,
16Families
Budding Botanists Limited to 15 participants per session
(Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Park) Instructors: Zoo Educators
For families with children entering Fee: Zoo Members $26
2nd grade and up. Fees are listed per person. General Public $29
Join us at the Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Code: W0723W1
Park as we get up close and personal July 23 Sa 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
with flowers, bushes and shrubs and
the animals that depend on them! In Code: W0723W2
this program, you’ll become botanists – July 23 Sa 1 - 3 p.m.
plant scientists – and learn the basics
of plant identification, the importance of
native plants to habitat biodiversity and
how you can help to restore native plant
habitats. Each family will receive a pack
of native seeds for planting. Program
participants meet at the WildCare Park.
Limited to 15 participants per session
Instructors: Zoo Educators
Fee: Zoo Members $23
General Public $26
Code: W0709B1
July 9 Sa 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Code: W0709B2
July 9 Sa 1 - 3 p.m.
Who’s in Your Habitat?
(Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Park)
For families with children entering
2nd grade and up. Fees are listed per person.
Channel your inner scientist as we
explore the native habitats of the
Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Park! We will
spend time in nature investigating the
world around us through games and
science experiments. Each participant
will receive their own science kit to help
them explore during the program and
at home. What will we discover together?
Program participants meet at
the WildCare Park.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at (314) 646-4544, option #6 or at educationquestions@stlzoo.org.
17Overnight Programs
Family Overnight Programs Dino-SNORE-us
For families with children ages 5 and up;
These overnight programs are for families one adult and one child minimum.
with children ages 5 and up. Youth and
adults attend these programs TOGETHER. Have you ever wondered what it was
The fees for these programs are per
like when dinosaurs walked the Earth?
registered participant. All participating
family members must be registered.
This fun night at the Zoo will take you
on a journey back in time! Take a stroll
Summer overnights offer a unique through the Zoo, and discover the
opportunity for participants to sleep connections between past and
under the stars, without tents. present animals.
These programs take place outdoors,
so they will be canceled or rescheduled Limited to 28 participants per session
in the event of inclement weather. Instructors: Zoo Educators
All overnights include an evening snack, Fee: Zoo Members $50
guided night hike around Zoo grounds, General Public $55
continental breakfast and a
souvenir cup. Code: N0618DS
June 18 6:30 p.m. Sa - 8:30 a.m. Su
Code: N0730DS
July 30 6:30 p.m. Sa - 8:30 a.m. Su
Questions? Contact the Education Department, Monday through Friday,
18Overnight Programs and Adults
Snooze at the Zoo: For Cadettes and their adult chaperones
Scout Overnight Programs July 18 6:30 p.m. F - 8:30 a.m. Sa
Aug. 6 6:30 p.m. Sa - 8:30 a.m. Su
Dino-SNORE-us
Attention, scout leaders! In addition to family
overnights, we have separate Snooze at the Zoo For Cub Scouts (Tigers through Webelos)
Overnight programs for scouts. All participants and their adult chaperones
and group leaders must be registered.
June 25 6:30 p.m. Sa - 8:30 a.m. Su
Have you ever wondered what it was July 22 6:30 p.m. F - 8:30 a.m. Sa
like when dinosaurs walked the Earth?
This fun night at the Zoo will take you The Snooze Registration Packet will
on a journey back in time! Take a stroll be available on our website mid-March.
through the Zoo, and discover the For more information on our
connections between past and Snooze at the Zoo Overnights,
present animals. please contact the Overnight Staff
at overnights@stlzoo.org.
Overnight evening activities will include
rotations through exciting activities, Private Family and Group
an evening snack and beverage, and Overnight Programs
a flashlight tour around Zoo grounds. You can schedule your own private group
overnight during the summer on select
The morning portion of the overnight
evenings. Check our website for details.
adventure includes a continental
breakfast, a morning stroll around Zoo
grounds to see the animals wake up, a Adult Programs
souvenir Zoo patch and glow-in-the-dark
overnight cup! A Sunset View — Past and Future
For adults ages 18 and up.
Limited to 28 participants per session
Instructors: Zoo Educators Enjoy a cool evening tour of the Zoo
Fee: $50 per participant exploring the history that has made us
an internationally famous institution.
For Girl Scout Brownies and We’ll also visit several exhibits and
their adult chaperones discuss the future transformations that
will keep us the talk of the zoological
June 4 6:30 p.m. Sa - 8:30 a.m. Su world! Finish with snacks and beverages
July 9 6:30 p.m. Sa - 8:30 a.m. Su while watching the sunset.
Aug. 5 6:30 p.m. F - 8:30 a.m. Sa
Limited to 15 participants
For Juniors and their adult chaperones Instructors: Zoo Interpreters
Fee: Zoo Members $26
June 11 6:30 p.m. Sa - 8:30 a.m. Su General Public $29
July 15 6:30 p.m. F - 8:30 a.m. Sa
Aug. 12 6:30 p.m. F - 8:30 a.m. Sa Code: A0627SV
June 27 M 7:30 - 9 p.m.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at (314) 646-4544, option #6 or at educationquestions@stlzoo.org.
19Adults and Private Programs
Escape the Zoo Private Programs
For adults ages 18 and up. The following programs can be reserved
for adults and or family groups. Visit the
To help the Zoo save animals from website to complete a special booking
extinction, you must unlock the secrets request form. Bookings are available on
of the Zoo through a team-building select dates and times.
adventure! Race against time and other
teams to complete your mission by Adult Night Hikes
solving a series of puzzles and finding For adult groups with participants ages
clues hidden along the pathways. Use 18 and up. Fees listed per group.
these clues to discover what the Zoo is
all about! We have a new challenge this Ever wonder what the Zoo is like after it
year and welcome any past participants. closes? Gather some friends and join us
Build your team of up to 10 individuals, for this amazing opportunity to explore
ages 18 and up. the Zoo at night! A Zoo educator will be
the guide for your group to learn more
Fees are PER TEAM. about the animals. Groups of over 12
Limit two teams per session. participants are encouraged to split
Fee: Zoo Members $140 into two groups for a more personalized
General Public $150 experience.
Tour Length: 90 minutes
Code: A0620EZ
June 20 M 6:30 - 8 p.m. Fee: $300 for your group of up to nine
friends. $30 per each additional
Code: A0713EZ participant up to a maximum of
July 13 W 6:30 - 8 p.m. 20 family members or friends.
Code: A0808EZ Family Night Hikes
Aug. 8 M 6:30 - 8 p.m. For families and organized groups
Code: A0913EZ with participants ages 5 and up. Fees listed
Sept 13 Tu 5:30 - 7 p.m. per group.
Ever wonder what the Zoo is like after it
closes? Gather some family and friends
and join us for this amazing opportunity
to explore the Zoo at night! A Zoo
educator will be the guide for your family
to learn more about the animals. Groups
of over 12 participants are encouraged
to split into two groups for a more
personalized experience.
Questions? Contact the Education Department, Monday through Friday,
20Private Programs
Tour Length: 90 minutes Turtle Tracking Safari
Fee: $300 for your group of up to nine For families with children ages 5 and up.
family members or friends. $30 per Limited to eight participants in the same
each additional participant up to family group. A minimum of one adult must
a maximum of 20 family members accompany the group.
or friends.
This program offers a unique
For more information, contact the experience for your family to join in on
Overnight Staff at overnights@stlzoo.org. a conservation research project. You
will meet a field biologist and assist
Safari Walking Tours them with radio tracking wild box turtles
For families with children ages 8 and up. living in Forest Park. Your family will
Limited to eight participants in the same learn how to use a radio antenna to
family group. A minimum of one adult must locate the turtle, assist in conducting an
accompany the group. observational health exam and record
other data needed for this study.
Make your Zoo visit even more Closed-toe shoes and long pants are
memorable with a Safari Walking required. Participants meet at
Tour! Tag along with our professional a designated area in Forest Park.
interpretive guides as they offer insight
into the animal world with engaging Program Length: 90 minutes
stories, interesting facts and animal Fee: Zoo Members $100
observations. This tour does not include General Public $120
touching live animals or access to
non-public areas. Choose one of For more information, call
the following topics: (314) 646-4544, option #6.
• Back from the Brink Walking Safari
• Here, There and Everywhere:
WildCare Walking Safari
• Walk on the Wild Side Safari
Tour Length: 60 minutes
Fee: Zoo Members $60
General Public $65
For more information, call
(314) 646-4544, option #6.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at (314) 646-4544, option #6 or at educationquestions@stlzoo.org.
21Private Programs and Teachers
Wade with the Rays Limited to two participants per session.
For participants ages 18 and up. Fees are listed per registrant.
Program Length: 2.5 hours
Join us for an amazing experience at Fee: Zoo Members $165
Stingrays at Caribbean Cove! Meet the General Public $175
rays and learn how to touch and feed
them. We’ll make enrichment for our rays For more information, call
and find out how we can help animals (314) 646-4544, option #6.
in the wild. After learning about what it
takes to care for these special animals, Teachers
you’ll have the opportunity to be in the
pool for an up-close ray interaction 2022 Sustainability Institute for
(at the keeper’s discretion)! Water shoes Educators – The Joy of Nature
will be provided. Please wear a T-shirt, For all educators.
khaki or jean shorts, and closed-toe
shoes. Bring a bottle of water and a We are grateful for the technology that
camera. Get ready to wade with our rays! has kept us all connected during this
time of social distancing and precaution,
Note: We do not recommend this but it is now time to get outside
program for participants with shellfish together to appreciate the joy and
allergies. Please mention any latex experience the healing power of nature.
allergies at the time of booking. Entry The hands-on, experiential nature of
into the stingray pool is not guaranteed. Sustainability Education inspires and
Pool entry will be determined by the motivates us. The 2022 Sustainability
discretion of the stingray keeper. Institute for Educators returns to our
roots with multiple onsite engagements
to spark a renewed exploration of our
region’s bountiful and diverse outdoor
education opportunities. Join us for a
two-day outdoor adventure, connect
and reconnect to your sustainability
colleagues and resources, and be
inspired (maybe even get your hands
dirty).
The Sustainability Institute for Educators
challenges participants to help
learners build awareness, recognize
responsibility, and take action as global
citizens working to build a sustainable
world. Held annually in June, the
institute is designed for K-12 and
informal educators from all roles and
environments.
Questions? Contact the Education Department, Monday through Friday,
22Summer Outreach Programs
Fee: $75 registration fee includes lunch.
Scholarships and graduate
Let the Saint Louis Zoo
credit available. Transportation to Come to you!
field sites is not provided.
Carpooling is highly encouraged. The Zoo is pleased to offer outreach
programs that can be presented at your
June 20-21 M-Tu 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. site. We provide educational programs
for anyone, ages 2 and up, and we can
Visit webster.edu/sie for more visit schools, libraries, senior living
infomation and to register. homes, scout groups, day cares, camps
and other community organizations.
Library and Teacher Resource Center Please visit our website at stlzoo.org/
outreach for more information about
Summer is a great time to come in and group sizes, our COVID safety protocols
explore resources available at the Zoo. and requirements, program titles and
The Saint Louis Zoo Library and Teacher descriptions, program costs, and more.
Resource Center houses a diverse array
of materials for use in the classroom.
Loan materials include DVDs, curriculum Virtual Content
guides, activity books and classroom The Saint Louis Zoo has a wide
kits. Over 5,000 books on zoology and spectrum of virtual content, both live
conservation are available for reference. and on demand!
Please call (314) 646-4555 for an
appointment. Visit our website at stlzoo.org/
schoolgroups to learn more about
interactive distance learning programs
Proceeds from the Guerrerio Family Zoo
that meet learning standards, enriching
Resource Fund help support the Zoo’s
virtual field trips, and even how groups
Library and Teacher Resource Center.
can interview a Zoo expert.
If you are looking for pre-recorded
content available any time, we invite you
to visit https://stlzoo.imagencloud.com/
to view videos featuring stories about
our Zoo animals, how-to animal crafts
and more.
Thank you to The Boeing Company
for its support of the Zoo’s Education
Outreach and Virtual Programs.
The Saint Louis Zoo is grateful to receive
support for its Virtual Programs from
The Tilles Foundation.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at (314) 646-4544, option #6 or at educationquestions@stlzoo.org.
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