School
Students can visit Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo for live animal shows (available Tuesday-Friday at 11AM), Animal Encounter programs, and more. Field trips to the zoo will help students gain an appreciation for animals and the environment. Educational programs focus on topics such as animal behavior, adaptations, and habitats.
supports classroom learning in:
Science.
topics covered:
Biology, zoology, environmental studies, animal science.
contact info
Phone: 203-612–9007
Email: [email protected]
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Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo
Fifty-two acres dedicated to wild and wonderful animals of North and South America that come with a few surprises. A stroll through Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo will introduce your school, scout or camp group to wolves, bison, otters, alligators, and over 300 other species. For those who like their animals a little less wild, Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo has a rustic New England Farmyard, which is home to goats, pigs, cows, sheep, and many other barnyard favorites. The Zoo's historic Carousel, Picnic Grove, Greenhouse, Gift and Snack shops make a trip to the Zoo fun for everyone, no matter how old they are.
contact info
Hrs: Mon.-Fri. 9AM-4PM
Scouts
Scout groups can enjoy overnight programs at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, which include encounters with wolves and other zoo animals, scavenger hunts, dinner, breakfast, and more. The Animal Encounters program is also available to scout groups.
supports scout badges in:
Science.
topics covered:
Biology, zoology, environmental studies, animal science.
contact info
Name: Lindsay Durkee
Phone: 203-332-4243
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo
Fifty-two acres dedicated to wild and wonderful animals of North and South America that come with a few surprises. A stroll through Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo will introduce your school, scout or camp group to wolves, bison, otters, alligators, and over 300 other species. For those who like their animals a little less wild, Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo has a rustic New England Farmyard, which is home to goats, pigs, cows, sheep, and many other barnyard favorites. The Zoo's historic Carousel, Picnic Grove, Greenhouse, Gift and Snack shops make a trip to the Zoo fun for everyone, no matter how old they are.
contact info
Hrs: Mon.-Fri. 9AM-4PM
Camp
Students can visit Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo for live animal shows (available Tuesday-Friday at 11AM), Animal Encounter programs, and more. Overnight programs are also available.
contact info
Name: Lindsay Durkee
Phone: 203-332-4243
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo
Fifty-two acres dedicated to wild and wonderful animals of North and South America that come with a few surprises. A stroll through Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo will introduce your school, scout or camp group to wolves, bison, otters, alligators, and over 300 other species. For those who like their animals a little less wild, Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo has a rustic New England Farmyard, which is home to goats, pigs, cows, sheep, and many other barnyard favorites. The Zoo's historic Carousel, Picnic Grove, Greenhouse, Gift and Snack shops make a trip to the Zoo fun for everyone, no matter how old they are.
contact info
Hrs: Mon.-Fri. 9AM-4PM
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Zoo Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
The giraffe’s tongue is black to prevent sunburn while eating in the hot sun. Their spots, which are as unique as humans fingerprints, are designed for camouflage. And they need less sleep than any other mammal, using the time instead to browse for food.
When you go to the zoo, be on the lookout for the clever ways animals adapted to their surroundings and developed traits that help them survive.
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