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January - December 2008

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Unless otherwise noted, pre-registration is required for each of the following programs.
To pre-register please send an e-mail with which event and how many spaces you are interested in to Zoo@cityofattleboro.us or call the Capron Park Zoo Education Department at 508-222-6202. Register early - space is limited and the programs are popular!

Interested in being a volunteer? Click here for details.

HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM:

Febraury 5: Keeper Kapers - for 6-8 year olds

In this hands-on experience, children will get an idea of what it takes to be a zoo keeper.  Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime, behind the scenes ed-venture that will thrill any animal-loving child considering a career in the zoo field.

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February 19-22:

Winter Vacation Week Programs for children age 6-12

For more detailed info or to download a registration form, click here.

For 6-8 year olds

Capron Critter Chronicles

During this new program, children will explore a new animal themed book each day.  With visit to some special zoo residents, hands-on games and activities crafts and live animal encounters, the Chronicles are sure open a child’s imagination and love of animals! Sign up for the week or day.

SORRY - this program is full

For 9-12 year olds

Adventures in Zookeeping

Each day will feature a zoo caretaker theme that will teach kids what it takes to work in a zoo.  Sign up for a day or a week.

SORRY - this program is full.

HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM:

February 28: Who Let the Frogs Out? - for 6-8    year olds

2008  has been designated the International Year of the Frog, and institutions all over the world are coming together to spread the word about amphibians.  In honor of Leap Day, we are offering this program to teach children about these amazing amphibian.  Hop on down to discover what makes frogs so facinating, fun and sometimes freakish.

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HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM

March 12: Creepy, Crawly Critters - for 6-8 year olds

Do bugs bug you?  Do spiders scare you? This program will help chidlren overcome these fears by exploring how important and interesting invertebrates can be.

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HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM

March 25: Diets and Nutrition - for 9-11 year olds

Come and be a 'cook' for the animals in the zoo in this program.  Children will step behind-the-scenes and assist our Commissary Keeper in making diets for all the animals in the zoo.

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HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM:

April 9: Behavior and Enrichment - for 9-11 year olds

In captivity, keepers try to provide animals with toys that allow them to act as wild as possible.  Learn about how we create enriching experiences for animals, and even have the opportunity to make some toys for the zoo!

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PARTY FOR THE PLANET Earth Day Celebration

April 22, 11-2 PM

Join Capron Park Zoo as we honor the Earth in this nationwide, conservation connection!  Enjoy animal talks, hands-on encounters, meet some of the CPZ staff and more.  Event is FREE with zoo admission (Free for members)

April 23-25:

Spring Vacation Week Programs for children age 6-12

For more detailed info or to download a registration form, click here

9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

For 6-8 year olds

Capron Critter Chronicles, Part 2

Back by popular demand!  Our Critter Chronicles return this spring with all new stories and activities.  With visits to some special zoo residents, hands-on games, activities, crafts and live animal encounters, the Chronicles Part 2, are sure to open a child’s imagination and love of animals!

SORRY - this program is closed

For 9-12 year olds

Adventures in Zookeeping

Each day will feature a zoo caretaker theme that will teach kids what it takes to work in a zoo. 

SORRY - this program is closed

HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM:

May 7: The Genetics of Conservation - for 12-13 year olds

Zoo use the modern science of genetics to monitor captive breeding and so much more.  This program will focus on the idea of how an understanding of basic genetics can help zoos and aquariums help species survive in an increasingly hostile world.

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Capron Park Zoo Summer Programs

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July 7 -11 : Zoo Venture for ages 6 & 7

VENTURE: Monday through Thursday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

FEE:      Zoo Members:   $145

              Non-members:  $170

July 14-18: Zoo Venture for ages 6 & 7

             Zoo Quest for ages 10 & 11

VENTURE: Monday through Thursday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Friday 3:00 - 8:00 PM

FEE:      Zoo Members:   $145

              Non-members:  $170

QUEST: Sorry - this session is closed

July 21-25: Zoo Explorers for ages 8 & 9

              Zoo Quest for ages 10 & 11

EXPLORERS: Sorry, this session is closed

QUEST: Sorry, this session is closed

July 28 - August 8: Junior Caretakers for ages 12 - 15

CARETAKERS: Sorry, this program is closed

EXTENDED DAY CARE AVAILABLE FOR ALL SESSIONS AND AGES!

Capron Park Zoo Summer Programs

For detailed info or a registration form, click here.

August 4-8: Zoo Explorers for ages 8 & 9

EXPLORERS: Sorry, this session is closed

August 11 - 15: Zoo Venture for ages 6 & 7

                  Zoo Quest for ages 10 & 11

VENTURE: Monday through Thursday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Friday 3:00 - 8:00 PM

FEE:      Zoo Members:   $145

              Non-members:  $170

QUEST: Monday through Thursday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Friday 2:00 - 8:00 PM

FEE:      Zoo Members:   $165

              Non-members:  $190

August 18-22: Zoo Explorers for ages 8 & 9

EXPLORERS: Monday through Thursday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Friday 2:00 - 8:00 PM

FEE:      Zoo Members:   $165

              Non-members:  $190

EXTENDED DAY CARE AVAILABLE FOR ALL SESSIONS AND AGES!

  Zoo Boo Spooktacular

Please contact the Capron Park Zoo Education Department at 508-222-6202 or email Event Information for more information on any of the events listed above.