Animals, Habitats, & Ecosystems

2 Southwick Street,Mendon MA 01756

18 July, 2022

Description

Kids in this program will learn about some of the myths in the animal kingdom and where these misconceptions originated. Animals, Habitats, & EcosystemsGrades 4-6July 18 - 22: 9:00am-4:00pm$365 Non-Member / $328.50 EARTH Ltd Member EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Register by March 15, 2022 for early bird discount (10% off). This program explores how animals relate to their ecosystems as well as how different species adapt to habitat loss. We will examine various species and their relationships to their ecosystem throughout the week. Program highlights: Creating enrichment for tropical birds with help from the zoo's bird trainers/keepers, creating enrichment with the keepers for the zoo's primates, giraffe encounter, rhino encounter, watching keepers feed the hyenas and alligator, birds of prey presentation, games, crafts, tie-dying a t-shirt to bring home, and more! If you have any questions, please contact: Bob Clark, Program Director, at [email protected] Frequently Asked Questions:My child is an EARTH Member. How do I apply the member discount? EARTH members receive a 10% discount on Summer Wild Adventure Programs. To receive your member discount when you register, click “enter promotional code”. Your code is the first 5 letters of your last name + the first 2 letters of your first name. Example: John Smith’s code would be SMITHJO. If your last name is fewer than 5 letters, just use your full last name + the first 2 letters of your first name, Jane Doe’s code would be DOEJA. *Must be a current EARTH member at the time of registration to receive the member discount. Where and when do I drop my child off? On the first day of the program, please arrive by 8:45am. The drop off area is located at the top of the zoo's smaller parking lot (across the street from the larger field parking lot). There will be a picnic table. This program also features a whale watch (weather permitting) planned for July 8th. *Students must arrive at the zoo by 6:30am the day of the whale watch* Where do I pick up my child? Children will be picked up at 4:00pm at the top of the zoo's smaller parking lot (across the street from the larger field parking lot). There will be a picnic table and sign. What should my child wear? Make sure your child is dressed for the weather. We spend most of the day outdoors and do a large amount of walking, so we recommend that children wear comfortable shoes and do not wear sandals or open toed shoes. What should my child bring? A mask or other fabric face covering such as a bandana. Children will only be required to wear a mask when indoors or if in an area where they cannot socially distance. *Mask requirements will be subject to current Department of Public Health guidance when the programs take place.*Sneakers or boots only (no sandals, flip flops, or open-toed shoes). Shoes must be comfortable enough for children to walk all over the zoo.BackpackA pencil bag with colored pencils, markers, crayons, small paint brush and regular pencils.Additional clothing depending on the day’s weather forecast (i.e. extra socks, raincoat, sweatshirt, hat, etc.)Water bottle - We have water available to refill bottles, but, to minimize contact, we recommend packing two water bottles each day.SunscreenInsect repellentLunch and snacksHand sanitizer - We have installed a hand washing station, staff will have hand sanitizer, and hand sanitizer is available in various locations in the zoo, but we recommend that children bring their own to help minimize contact. EARTH stands for Environmental Awareness of Resources and Threatened Habitats. EARTH is a 501 (C) (3) nonprofit organization based in Southwick's Zoo in Mendon, MA. EARTH's mission is to provide environmental and conservation education with an emphasis on animal ecology, endangered species and threatened habitats.   Inspiring commitment to protect and conserve our planet and our future.