We will work with you to create an amazing wildlife connection suitable for your group. During these programs, guests will meet 4-6 animal ambassadors from the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and will learn many fun facts about these cool creatures.Ĭall us at (614) 724-3699. Senior outreach programs provide guests with the opportunity to see animals up close and personal. Two months advanced notice required.Ĭost: $300 (in person presentation) $200 (virtual option), $300 mileage fee outside Franklin County. Who: Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, Retirement Homes and Senior Centers What: Outreach program for senior citizen organizations The length of this program is anywhere from thirty to forty-five minutes, but we also allow time for questions. The animals are presented one at a time while a handler speaks about the animal’s habitat, its status in their native range, conservation issues, etc. This is more of an assembly style program. **Discount available for 501(c)(3) and non-profit organizations.**Ĭonsists of 6-8 animals and is recommended when we have the attention of the entire group. Discover where they're from, what they eat, and what makes these incredible animals so special.Ĭost:$1,200 (in person for event occurring before 3 p.m.) $1,400 (in person for event occurring after 3 p.m.), $200 mileage fee outside Franklin County. What: This program provides you with an opportunity to learn more about several different wildlife species. **Discount available for 501(c)(3) and non-profit organizations.** Discover where they're from, what they eat, and what makes these incredible animals so unique.Ĭost: $1,200 (in person for event occurring before 3 p.m.) $1,400 (in person for event occurring after 3 p.m.), $200 mileage fee outside Franklin County. What: This program provides you with an opportunity to learn more about some amazing animals. The length of this program is limited to one hour.ĭon’t see a program that fits your needs?Ĭall us at (614) 724-3433. This program is more appropriate when other activities are also taking places (such as a company picnic, etc.).

Discover more about the animals' native range and what they eat, and get up close and personal with these Animal Ambassadors and their care team. This year’s merry-not-scary festivities will include four themed rolling. and will run for three weekends (October 14-16, 21-23, and 28-30). The length of this program is anywhere from thirty to forty-five minutes, but we also allow time for questions.Ĭonsists of 6-8 animals presented by handlers as people come and go. Boo at the Zoo begins on Friday, October 14 at 5 p.m. The animals are presented one at a time while a staff member speaks about the animal’s habitat, its status in their native range, conservation issues, etc.

Discover where they're from, what they eat, and what makes them so special!Ĭost: $1,200 (in person for event occurring before 3 p.m.) $1,400 (in person for event occurring after 3 p.m.), $200 mileage fee outside Franklin CountyĬonsists of 6-8 animals and is recommended when we have the attention of the entire group. Everybody loves Halloween, and everybody loves coming to the zoo.What: Enjoy an opportunity to learn more about some amazing animals. “But really, it's for the young and the young and heart. “Probably those under 13,” Glorioso said. “We want everyone to experience some Halloween fun, so we're always trying to think of ways to be more inclusive for everyone's needs,” Glorioso said. 9, the Sunday before Boo at the Zoo opens, guests are invited to meet the zoo's Character Ambassadors, who will be dressed in their own Halloween costumes, and to enjoy some not-so-scary Halloween fun in an environment with reduced sounds and visual stimulation and without crowds. “The train travels through Vertebrate Village, which has a bunch of imitation animal skeletons,” Glorioso said.

The carousel will take on a princess theme, and the train ride will turn a little spooky. In addition, some of the regular rides will transform for the event. The Dinosaur Boat Ride, which shuts down for the season at the end of October, will be open to dusk. More: Haunted houses 13 haunted attractions in Greater Columbus and beyond will send shivers down your spine What rides will be operating during Boo at the Zoo?

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