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Zoo Education Programs

"Inspire, Inform, Involve
​Foster curiosity in animals and science, as well as a sense of respect and wonder for nature through our awe-inspiring programs and activities."

- Jim Knox, Curator of Education

Programs

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Virtual Experiences

Bring the zoo to your screen! Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo offers a variety of digital programs for audiences of all ages. The Zoo is capable of hosting events via zoom, or can join a pre-set up webinar hosted by your group.
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Field Trips

Calling all schools, camps, and groups!  Organize your trip with us for an educational and fun memory making experience! 

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Zoo to YOU!

Liven up your lesson plan with the Zoo’s exciting educational programs here at the Zoo, or we’ll bring the zoo to your classroom, auditorium or campus.  Inspire your students from pre-K through college to learn about science, animals and the environment. ​
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Get Involved

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo Education Department has an array of community science activities available for you to get involved in. Check out the links below for more information. 
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City Nature Challenge ​

Learn how to identify and document wildlife in your own backyard.
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Frog Watch ​

Identify local frog and toad species for conservation research. 
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Monarch Watch ​

Tag migrating monarchs for national research efforts. 
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Kids & Teens 

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Zoo-Tots

Zoo Tots is a 30–35-minute program for ages 22 months to 4 years, who are accompanied by an adult.  Activities may include stories, games, crafts, and live animals.
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Zoo Patrol

Each day your child will explore a different area of the zoo and have a custom guided experience. They'll explore how the animals are cared for through presentations and projects on enrichment, training, diet, and habitat care, and more!
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CDC

Get involved with local conservation education and field work.  Qualified high school students will have the opportunity to work side by side with field biologists, study the role of zoos in conservation and help educate the zoo’s visitors.  This is a year-long program with the opportunity for greatest involvement during the summer months.  



​2023 Registration is closed! Please complete this form to be kept in the loop on future CDC updates! ​
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Explorers

Investigate Zoo Careers from animal care to development and marketing, from visitor services and maintenance to Zoo director. Qualified high school students interested in learning more about Zoos and Zoo careers are welcome to join Zoo Career Explorers.  Explorer members attend career workshops with hands-on activities, take part in job shadows, develop a public presentation and create a year-end project. Program fee of $120 covers all project materials, t-shirt and other costs.  
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2023 registration is CLOSED. Please complete this form  to be kept in the loop on future Explorers updates! 
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Cool Blue Bridgeport


​Every Saturday until June 24, 2023, the Zoo will be free to all Bridgeport residents as part of the Zoo's COOL BLUE Bridgeport program.
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COOL BLUE FOR SCHOOLS

Educational Resources

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is proud to offer a variety of educational resources and references. Our education department has compiled them for your viewing below.  Click each option for more information. 
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CONTACT US


Contact the Education Department at 203-394-6563 if you have any questions. 

​Please Note: Zoomobile program request forms should be e-mailed to: programming@beardsleyzoo.org.

Students - If you’re looking for accurate, scientific, wildlife information for your school projects, please email us at info@beardsleyzoo.org to schedule time to speak with a Zoo Educator.  
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1875 Noble Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06610
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​Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is dedicated to acquainting a diverse public to the delicate balance that exists between living things and their environment.

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo is a 501(c)(3) not for profit owned and operated by the Connecticut Zoological Society.

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  • Home
  • About
    • Blog
    • Contact Us
    • Jobs
    • Press
  • Guest Info
    • Accessibility
    • Calendar
    • For Kids >
      • Coloring Pages
      • Zoo Patrol
      • Zoo Tots
    • Our Animals >
      • Eastern Rat Snake
    • Our Plants
    • Parents
    • Zoo Cams >
      • Outdoor Red Panda Cam
      • Indoor Red Panda Cam
      • Outdoor Spider Monkey Cam
      • Indoor Spider Monkey Cam
      • Otter Cam
    • Zoo Etiquette
    • Zoo Map
  • Membership
  • Education
    • Zoo to You!
    • Digital Programs
    • Kids & Teens
    • Field Trips
    • Cool Blue Bridgeport
    • Educational Resources
  • Support
    • Animal Sponsorship
    • Appeal
    • Corporate Support
    • Donate
    • Events
    • Gift Guide
    • Honor & Remember
    • Monthly Giving
    • Naming Opportunities
    • Wish List
  • Birthdays, Private Events & Weddings
    • Birthdays
    • Private Events
    • Weddings
    • Rates and Details
  • Volunteer
    • Interns
  • Buy Tickets