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GROUP PROGRAMS
Enhance your group outing by reserving an Education Program! They're great for all ages!
Programs are held in the Education & Discovery Center.
Group programs are intended for schools, scouts, etc.
PLEASE NOTE: Admission, train, and carousel are NOT included with the program fee.
Buy tickets for extra amenities at the front gate or contact Coleen Rugani to book in advance:
201 - 634 - 3110
PROGRAM
INFORMATION
Max of 25 students and
3 adults per program.
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Programs are 30-45 minutes.
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All programs include live animal guests. Animals are not able to be touched by participants.
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Programs are offered year round.
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Programs are inside the Education Center and take place rain or shine.
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Please note: Admission, train, and carousel are NOT included.​
Programs can be scheduled by contacting us:
Melissa Czinn
201 - 634 - 3108
or
Giulia Arpino
GArpino@BergenCountyNJ.gov
201 - 634 - 3125
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Please book 3 - 6 weeks in advance.
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April - June are the busiest times of our year so please contact us early!
RESERVATION INFORMATION
ON-SITE
PROGRAM FEES
In Bergen County
$75 per program
Out of County
$125 per program
OFF-SITE
PROGRAM FEES
If you’re located within Bergen County, we can come to your facility for an outreach program!
Initial Program Fee
$200 per program
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Additional Program Fee
$75 per program
Must be booked on the same day
​Library Programs
$75 per program
There is one topic per program.
Please select a topic from the following lists for the appropriate age group:
PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES
ANIMAL ADAPTATIONS
Discover what adaptations animals have to survive in the wild.
HABITATS
Explore some examples of habitats and the different animals that live there.
REPTILES
Take an in-depth look into reptiles and their unique characteristics.
PRE-K - KINDERGARTEN
WILD & CRAFTY
Consists of a story, an animal visitor, and a craft.
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ANIMAL COVERINGS
Learn about different animals that are covered in fur, feathers, scales, and skin.
GRADES 1 - 5
ANIMAL CLASSIFICATIONS
Learn how to distinguish animals based on their classifications.
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ENDANGERED SPECIES
Learn about what endangered species are and how you can help them.
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BEAUTIFUL BUGS
Discover the differences between insects and arachnids.
GRADES 6 - 12
ZOO CAREERS
Explore all the different types of jobs you can have in a zoo.
Call or email us for more information and availability:
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Melissa Czinn
201 - 634 - 3108
or
Giulia Arpino
GArpino@BergenCountyNJ.gov
201 - 634 - 3125