{"id":216724,"date":"2023-09-18T13:55:52","date_gmt":"2023-09-18T19:55:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.wpengine.com\/?page_id=216724"},"modified":"2026-02-02T13:41:06","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T19:41:06","slug":"school-programs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/education\/school-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"School &#038; Group Programs"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>You to the Zoo or Bring the Zoo to You!<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"spacer\" style=\"padding-bottom:60px;\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div id=\"outreach\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Field Trips<\/h3>\n<p>Enhance your students\u2019 learning with a field trip where the Zoo is your living classroom! <a href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/education\/school-programs\/field-trips\/\">Field trips to the Zoo<\/a> are available year round every day of the week.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks to our sponsors and the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/education\/school-programs\/living-classroom-education-access-fund\/\"><span class=\"first-child last-child odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Living Classroom Education Access Fund<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, qualified schools can apply for financial assistance for educational school programs.[\/vc_column_text]<a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/education\/school-programs\/field-trips\/\" target=\"_blank\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">Learn More<\/a>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"image-block themed\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/ellie.jpg\" alt=\"elephants\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><\/div><!-- .img-block -->[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"line-spacer\" style=\"padding-top:20px; padding-bottom:20px;\"><hr><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div id=\"career-panel\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;hide&#8221; el_class=&#8221;hide&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Career Panel<\/h3>\n<p>Learn about Zoo Careers from some of the people who help make the Cincinnati Zoo one of the top zoos in that nation! The session will be led by an education staff member, and will discuss the career journeys of four different Zoo professionals. Each session will include opportunities for Q&amp;A from the audience. This program is open to High School students and requires pre-registration.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>January 27, 2025 10:00-11:00am via Google Meet<\/li>\n<li>February 27, 2025 11:00am-12:00pm via Google Meet and in-person<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"https:\/\/tickets.cincinnatizoo.org\/mainstore?vid=2&cid=1266\" target=\"_blank\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">Virtual Career Panel<\/a><a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/243306741156150\" target=\"_blank\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">In Person Career Panel<\/a>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"image-block themed\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/keeper.jpg\" alt=\"Zookeeper Dustin with a parrot\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><\/div><!-- .img-block -->[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div id=\"overnight-adventures\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Overnight Adventures\u00ae<\/h3>\n<p>Ever wondered what the Zoo is like after the crowds have left? Now\u2019s your chance to find out! Our Overnight Adventures offer schools and groups an exclusive opportunity to experience the Zoo after hours. Explore the Zoo on guided night hikes, take part in hands-on educational activities, go behind the scenes for a special look at our operations, and meet our animal ambassadors up close. It\u2019s a perfect adventure for student and group outings, designed to inspire curiosity and create lasting memories.[\/vc_column_text]<a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/education\/overnightadventures\/#group\" target=\"_blank\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">Learn More<\/a>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"image-block themed\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/afer-hours-overnights-Mark-Dumont-16.jpg\" alt=\"afer hours overnights\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><\/div><!-- .img-block -->[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;hidden&#8221; el_class=&#8221;hide&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"line-spacer\" style=\"padding-top:20px; padding-bottom:20px;\"><hr><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div id=\"virtual\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;hidden&#8221; el_class=&#8221;hide&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Wild Chats (Virtual)<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW30468232 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW30468232 BCX0\">These 45-<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW30468232 BCX0\">minutes<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW30468232 BCX0\"> interactive programs are available for groups of all sorts. Hosted by a Zoo educator, they include live and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW30468232 BCX0\">recorded<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW30468232 BCX0\"> compo<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW30468232 BCX0\">nents.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW30468232 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>This program is ending to make way for new programming in the 2025-26 school year. The last date for possible programs is March 31, with requests being accepting until March 14, 2025.[\/vc_column_text]<details class=\"simple-expander\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <summary>Details<\/summary><div><strong>Dates<\/strong>: You chose. Monday-Friday, year-round.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Time<\/strong>: 9:00am-6:00pm. Programs are 45-minutes<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cost<\/strong>: $150. $100 for schools during school hours.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Audience<\/strong>: schools, preschools\/daycare, scout groups, libraries, adult\/senior organizations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Payment<\/strong>: payment is due within two weeks of confirmation. Checks and credit card are accepted.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Topics<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<p>My B.F.Fiona (all ages): Through videos with her and her care staff and live conversations and Q&amp;A with the Zoo program host, participants will get an insider\u2019s view into the world of this charismatic hippo.<\/p>\n<p>Zoo Careers (6th Grade +): Through videos from different members of the Zoo team plus live conversation and Q&amp;A with the Zoo program host, participants will get an insider\u2019s view into some of the different kinds of careers it takes to run the world-class Cincinnati Zoo &amp; Botanical Garden!<\/p>\n<p><a title=\"Register Now\" href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/222835648209159\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Register Now<\/a><\/div><\/details><a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/222835648209159\" target=\"_blank\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">Register Now<\/a>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"image-block themed\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Screenshot-2024-10-15-at-3.00.20\u202fPM.png\" alt=\"virtual\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2402px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2402\/1794;\" \/><\/div><!-- .img-block -->[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;hide&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"line-spacer\" style=\"padding-top:20px; padding-bottom:20px;\"><hr><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=&#8221;hide&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Live from the Zoo (Virtual)<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Live from the Zoo is a 30-minute virtual school program that highlights different Zoo Staff whose work helps us achieve our conservation mission. Each episode will focus on a different Zoo project or initiative and those who work directly with the animals, plants, and people involved. Through standards-based talking points and live Q&amp;A with participants, your students will get to know why the Cincinnati Zoo is a leader in conservation and the career journeys of those involved. While all students, K-college, are welcome, this program is best suited for grades 6 and older.<\/p>\n<p>More info coming later this year.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"image-block themed\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Alligator-endoscopy.jpeg\" alt=\"Alligator endoscopy\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2048px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2048\/1536;\" \/><\/div><!-- .img-block -->[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;hide&#8221; el_class=&#8221;hide&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;]<details class=\"simple-expander\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <summary>Details<\/summary><div><strong>Episode 1: Paging Doctor Zoolittle<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>April 23, 2025 1-1:30pm<\/p>\n<p>Get a tour of our Vet hospital and meet some of the Zoo\u2019s vet staff as we learn what it takes to provide health care to such a wide variety of species!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Episode 2: Oh Baby, It\u2019s Spring<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>May 21, 2025 1:00-1:30pm<\/p>\n<p>Zoo Babies is in full bloom at the Zoo. Come meet some of our most famous babies, the cheetah triplets, and their trainers to learn what it takes to care for animals that will grow up to be animal ambassadors!<\/div><\/details><a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"https:\/\/store.cincinnatizoo.org\/webstore\/shop\/viewItems.aspx?cg=eduev&c=live\" target=\"_blank\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">Register Now<\/a>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"line-spacer\" style=\"padding-top:20px; padding-bottom:20px;\"><hr><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div id=\"wildwednesday\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Wild Wednesday (Virtual)<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW109905348 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW109905348 BCX0\">Take a walk on the wild<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW109905348 BCX0\"> side with Wild Wednesdays at 1pm! Join us live on the Teacher Connections Facebook page to learn about one of our resident animals from their caregiver. Each 15-minute program focuses on what makes these animals unique and allows time for Q&amp;A with the live audience.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW109905348 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text]<a class=\"button\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/260557137794213\/\" target=\"_blank\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"\" title=\"\">Teacher Connection Facebook Group<\/a><details class=\"simple-expander\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <summary>Details<\/summary><div><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Dates<\/strong>: Wednesdays in January, February , and March<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Time<\/strong>: 1:00pm EST<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Cost<\/strong>: FREE<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><strong>Audience<\/strong>: schools, homeschools<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Teachers can access our live events by joining our Teacher\u2019s Connections Facebook group. Recordings of events are also available to teachers.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/260557137794213\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Join Now<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/details>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<div class=\"spacer\" style=\"padding-bottom:50px;\"><\/div><div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"image-block themed\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/tortoise.jpg\" alt=\"tortoise\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><\/div><!-- .img-block -->[vc_column_text]Wild Chats Sponsored by:<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-216890 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/CincinnatiChildrens-300x225-1-e1698767595765.jpg\" alt=\"cincinnati children's hospital logo\" width=\"200\" height=\"77\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 200px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 200\/77;\" \/>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div class=\"line-spacer\" style=\"padding-top:20px; padding-bottom:20px;\"><hr><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]<div id=\"wings\" class=\"anchor\"><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Wings of Wonder Outreach<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\">The Wings of Wonder keepers are bringing their feathered friends to you! These traveling encounters are great for all ages, organizations and events including scouts, schools, retirement homes and special events*.<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\">In these outreach programs, you\u2019ll gain a greater respect for birds and wildlife, learn about the bird\u2019s natural history, their personal stories and see natural behaviors including flying!<\/p>\n<p><em class=\"first-child last-child odd\">*This educational outreach program does not include personal residences or events such as birthday party appearances<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]<div data-aos=\"fade-up\" class=\"image-block themed\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/penguin.jpg\" alt=\"penguin\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;max-width:400px;\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" class=\"lazyload\" \/><\/div><!-- .img-block -->[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Birds of a Feather<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/birds.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-213449\" data-fancybox=\"gallery\" aria-label=\"cincinnatizoo.org\" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"first-child last-child odd wp-image-213449 size-full alignnone lazyload\" role=\"presentation\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/birds.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" data-uw-rm-alt-original=\"\" data-uw-rm-alt=\"true\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>From parrots to raptors, birds big and small will fly, climb and mesmerize you in this fun and educational program. The trainers from the Cincinnati Zoo will bring 3-4 birds of a feather for an up-close, interactive program. Learn what unique stories and facts make these birds the stars of the Wings of Wonder.<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Audiences:<\/strong> Designed for education settings such as: Schools ages Kindergarten and up, scout groups, library programs, retirement homes, and after school events.<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Audience Size:<\/strong>\u00a0up to 75<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Program Length:<\/strong>\u00a045 minutes<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Program Cost:<\/strong> $350. $200 for each additional program. MAX 3 per day.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Program Dates:<\/strong> Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays ONLY October 20-December 29 and March 2-April 13 and Wednesdays and Thursdays in January and February.<\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Time:<\/strong> Available 8AM-7PM<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\"><em>Please note: There will be a mileage fee for any program 25 miles or more away from the Zoo.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<a class=\"button\" title=\"Sign Up Now\" href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/223424881506153\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign Up Now<\/a><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"odd\"><\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Penguin Pals<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal even\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-209874 alignnone lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/51772784161_b4b9ffffcc_c-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"african penguin at outreach program\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/51772784161_b4b9ffffcc_c-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/51772784161_b4b9ffffcc_c-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/51772784161_b4b9ffffcc_c.jpg 799w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal even\">Penguins know how to break the ice! Your group will get close enough to care to a Cincinnati Zoo African penguin and will learn more from their keepers about this iconic and endangered species.<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Audiences:<\/strong> Designed for education settings such as: Schools ages Kindergarten and up, scout groups, library programs, retirement homes, and after school events.<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Audience Size:<\/strong>\u00a0up to 50<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Program Length:<\/strong>\u00a030 minutes<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Program Cost:<\/strong> $350. $200 for each additional program. 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The trainers from the Cincinnati Zoo will bring 3-4 birds of a feather for an up-close, interactive program. Learn what unique stories and facts make these birds the stars of the Wings of Wonder.<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Audiences:<\/strong> Designed for schools, scout groups, library programs, retirement homes, after school events, special events. Radius for programs is up to a 90 minute drive from the Zoo.<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Audience Size:<\/strong>\u00a0up to 75<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Program Length:<\/strong>\u00a045 minutes<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Program Cost:<\/strong> $300. $150 for each additional program. MAX 3 per day.<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><strong class=\"first-child odd\">Program Dates:<\/strong> October 5 &#8211; April 11<\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Time:<\/strong>\u00a0Available 8AM-8PM<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" title=\"Sign Up Now\" href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/223424881506153\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign Up Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><div class=\"accordions__tab\" role=\"tab\" data-aos=\"fade-up\">\n        <span class=\"accordions__tab-toggle tab-toggle\" role=\"button\" title=\"toggle tab\" aria-label=\"toggle tab\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>\n        <\/span>\n        <div class=\"accordions__tab-content tab-body\" role=\"tabpanel\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal even\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-209874 alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/51772784161_b4b9ffffcc_c-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"african penguin at outreach program\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/51772784161_b4b9ffffcc_c-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/51772784161_b4b9ffffcc_c-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/51772784161_b4b9ffffcc_c.jpg 799w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" \/>Penguins know how to break the ice! Your group will get close enough to care to a Cincinnati Zoo African penguin and will learn more from their keepers about this iconic and endangered species.<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Audiences:<\/strong> Designed for schools, scout groups, library programs, retirement homes, after school events, special events. Radius for programs is up to a 90 minute drive from the Zoo.<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Audience Size:<\/strong>\u00a0up to 50<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Program Length:<\/strong>\u00a030 minutes<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Program Cost:<\/strong> $300. $150 for each additional program. MAX 2 per day.<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><strong class=\"first-child odd\">Program Dates:<\/strong> October 5 &#8211; April 11<\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Time:<\/strong>\u00a0Available 8AM-6PM<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" title=\"Sign Up Now\" href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/223424881506153\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign Up Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;hide&#8221; el_class=&#8221;hide&#8221;][vc_column]<div class=\"tabbed-content themed\">\n      <div class=\"tabbed-content__toggles\" data-aos=\"fade-up\" role=\"tablist\" aria-label=\"tab toggles\"><span id=\"\" class=\"tabbed-content__toggles-item active\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"panel-loOQtaY0OP\"><\/span><span id=\"\" class=\"tabbed-content__toggles-item\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"panel-VdPScIG1Kl\"><\/span><\/div><div id=\"panel-loOQtaY0OP\" class=\"tabbed-content__tab\" style=\"display:block;\" role=\"tabpanel\"><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"odd\"><a class=\"image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/birds.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-213449\" data-fancybox=\"gallery\" aria-label=\"cincinnatizoo.org\" data-uw-rm-empty-ctrl=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"first-child last-child odd wp-image-213449 size-full alignright lazyload\" role=\"presentation\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/birds.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" data-uw-rm-alt-original=\"\" data-uw-rm-alt=\"true\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" \/><\/a><\/h4>\n<p>From parrots to raptors, birds big and small will fly, climb and mesmerize you in this fun and educational program. The trainers from the Cincinnati Zoo will bring 3-4 birds of a feather for an up-close, interactive program. Learn what unique stories and facts make these birds the stars of the Wings of Wonder.<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Audiences:<\/strong> Designed for schools, scout groups, library programs, retirement homes, after school events, special events. Radius for programs is up to a 90 minute drive from the Zoo.<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Audience Size:<\/strong>\u00a0up to 75<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Program Length:<\/strong>\u00a045 minutes<\/p>\n<p class=\"odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Program Cost:<\/strong> $300. $150 for each additional program. MAX 3 per day.<\/p>\n<p class=\"even\"><strong class=\"first-child odd\">Program Dates:<\/strong> October 5 &#8211; April 11<\/p>\n<p class=\"last-child odd\"><strong class=\"first-child last-child odd\">Time:<\/strong>\u00a0Available 8AM-8PM<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"button\" title=\"Sign Up Now\" href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/223424881506153\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sign Up Now<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><div id=\"panel-VdPScIG1Kl\" class=\"tabbed-content__tab\" role=\"tabpanel\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal even\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-209874 alignright lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/51772784161_b4b9ffffcc_c-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"african penguin at outreach program\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/51772784161_b4b9ffffcc_c-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/51772784161_b4b9ffffcc_c-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cincinnatizoo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/51772784161_b4b9ffffcc_c.jpg 799w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal even\">Penguins know how to break the ice! 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