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Register early to take part in the Zoo’s Wild Workshops. They are fun for the whole family! Each workshop features a wide variety of activities involving behind-the-scenes opportunities, hands-on activities and live animal contact.
Non-Members = $25.00 Members = $20.00
 
Hyena Enrichment which was part of the “Enriching Zoo Animals.” We made paper tube treats and got the opportunity to watch the keeper feed the treats to the hyena
2010 Wild Workshop Schedule
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DATES
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WORKSHOP
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TYPE
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March 13, 2010
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Behind the Scenes FULL
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Family (6 & up)
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April 17, 2010
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Eco-Challenge
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Family
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June 19, 2010
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Behind the Scenes FULL
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Family (6 & up)
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Sept. 4, 2010
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Zoo’s Clues
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Family
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Oct. 9, 2010
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Behind the Scenes FULL
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Family (6 & up)
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Nov. 20, 2010
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Beast Feast
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Family
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All participants are required to pay the workshop fee.
Participants must register and pay program fees by the Sunday prior to the date of each session.
Behind the Scenes
Date: March 13, 2010 is FULL
June 19, 2010 is FULL
October 9, 2010 is FULL
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: Families with children ages 6 and up
This workshop is an exciting experience that gives you and your family a once-in-a-lifetime chance to go behind closed doors at the Buffalo Zoo! Meet zookeepers as we visit three exhibit areas to learn the daily routine of preparing animal diets, observing behavior, training and more. Don’t forget your camera
Important Notes:
Due to the unpredictability of animals, tour experiences may vary.
Please be aware that we will be visiting confined zookeeper work areas with close proximity to wild animals. All participants must abide by staff instructions at all times.
If you require reasonable accommodation as a result of a disability or other reasons, please call 995-6128 for assistance.
Eco-Challenge
Date: April 17, 2010
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
We all know the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling. Now find out how our friends in the animal world do just that everyday! From owls reusing nesting sites, to millipedes in the rainforest recycling nutrients back into soil, we will discover examples of recycling animals throughout the zoo. Through hands-on activities we will challenge ourselves to be more like the animals we encounter by finding unique ways to be ‘green’, like vermiculturing (worm-composting), eating a no-waste lunch at school, or using a rain catcher at home!
Zoo’s Clues
Date: September 4, 2010
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Can you find animals at the zoo that are colorful, scaly, smooth, spiny, small, or tall? Challenge your animal knowledge as we use our senses and explore clues to learn more about the animals around us. We will investigate scat and bones, solve animal riddles, and participate in a scavenger hunt that will take us all around the zoo!
Beast Feast
Date: November 20, 2010
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
How would you prepare a Thanksgiving Feast for a rhino or a gorilla? Find out in this family workshop that begins with a light continental breakfast (for you)! We will then explore zoo animal diet and nutrition, observe zoo animals enjoying their breakfast, and even go behind-the-scenes to explore the diet kitchen.
click here to download the WILD WORKSHOP REGISTRATION FORM
Pre-paid registration is required, and all participants are required to pay the workshop fee. For more information call us at (716) 995-6128
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