Reid Park Zoo is home to two southern white rhinos, Fireball and Yebonga. This experience will allow you to enter a special encounter space not accessible on a normal Zoo visit, and learn about the rhinos’ unique personalities and how we take extra care of each of their needs. Age: All participants must be 5...
Experience the opportunity of a lifetime with our Capybara Encounter! Come meet Chewy or BB and their care team at Shipwreck Cove. This encounter will give you the opportunity to...
Experience the best dressed encounter opportunity at Wildlife World Zoo! Meet one of our endangered African Penguins and their trainers in the Wild and Wonderful aquarium building in front of the penguin exhibit. This encounter will give you the opportunity to find out what it takes to care for these incredible animals. Learn fun facts...
These interactive programs encourage families to learn about the animal world together. Each program features a different animal theme and includes animal ambassador encounters, movement-based activities, and a simple craft. The activities are based on Arizona’s Early Learning Standards to develop motor, social, and cognitive skills. Advance Registration Required for this 60 minute program. This Month’s...
Join Sonoran Institute and local experts to search for dragonflies in Santa Cruz County. Family friendly and open to all, no prior knowledge required. See the full month’s itinerary for Santa Cruz River Dragonfly Festival here. Únete al Sonoran Institute y a expertos locales para buscar libélulas en el Condado de Santa Cruz. Es apto para...
Have you ever wanted to meet one of our Sea Lions up close and personal? Join us for a WILD encounter at Wildlife World Zoo! Learn what it takes to care for our amazing marine mammals, and see what goes in to training them. You will be able to get an individual or group photo,...
Have you ever wanted to meet a sloth? Come meet Luna and her care team. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed Luna and learn from her care...
Craft a piece of art from recycled books and book pages! We'll provide the supplies, you provide the creativity! *This program includes rolling strips of paper, glue, and using...
Experience the desert like a detective! This combo program begins outside at the trailhead under the shade ramada for a brief tracking lesson. Ranger Jacque will provide handouts on common holes and tracks to help you identify the mysterious signs left behind by desert wildlife. As for scat, we will likely find that on our way!...