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Critter Connections

CRITTER CONNECTIONS PROGRAMS

Are you a class, scout group, daycare group, summer camp group, 4-H group, science club, homeschool group, or church group looking for something fun and unique to do at the zoo?

Group Visits

Groups visiting the zoo can arrange for a special Critter Connections Program starting at 10:00, 10:35, or 11:10 a.m. on select weekdays, as availability allows.

Our Critter Connections can accommodate up to 50 people (children and adults) in our indoor classroom, or 100 people (children and adults) in our covered, outdoor Education Pavilion at Henry Vilas Zoo. Program location is temperature dependent for the safety of our animals.

Schedule Your Presentation

Programs must be scheduled in advance and are scheduled on a first come, first served basis. Please allow a minimum of two weeks advance notice for scheduling.

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Presentation staff is scheduled specifically for individual presentations. 24-hour notice of cancellation is required and greatly appreciated.

Please arrive at the zoo with enough time to ensure you and your entire group are at the Education Pavilion or classroom by your reserved time in order to take advantage of your presentation in its entirety. Keep in mind that April-August is our busiest time of year, so it may not be possible to accommodate your desired date.

Not seeing your date available for a Critter Connection program? Try our Walking Tours!

For more information on bringing your group to the Zoo, click here.

CRITTER CONNECTIONS PRICING

Peak Season Pricing

Mid-May through Mid-September

  • $60 – 1-30 participants
  • $75 – 31-40 participants
  • $90 – 41-50 participants
  • $105 – 51-60 participants
  • $120 – 61-70 participants
  • $135 – 71-80 participants
  • $150 – 81-90 participants
  • $165 – 91-100 participants

Off-Season Pricing

Mid-September through Mid-May

  • $50 – 1-30 participants
  • $60 – 31-40 participants
  • $75 – 41-50 participants

Critter Connection Program Themes

Our 30-minute presentations at the zoo feature live animals and educational content shaped by Next Generation Science Standards. Choose from a variety of themes to fit your age group and area of interest.

Not able to visit us in person?

WE OFFER VIRTUAL PROGRAMS!

REQUEST A VIRTUAL ZOO EDUCATION PROGRAM TODAY, LIMITED AVAILABILITY.
QUESTIONS ABOUT EDUCATION PROGRAMS? 

Email the Education Department at education@henryvilaszoo.gov