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EDUCATIONPROGRAMS 2015

Zoo Just for YouFor children with special needs and an accompanying adult.$10 per child, includes accompanying adult

Incredible Invertebrates (Autism)Ages 6-11Find out what makes insects “tick” in this hands-on experience at the Zoo! Meet animals without backbones and learn about the diversity of invertebrate life. Class includes a short instructional time with pictures, animal artifacts, live animals, interactive play, and guided short visit in the Zoo.March 254:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Feathers and Fangs of the Savanna (Visually Impaired)Ages 6-11Animals on the savanna use all their wiles to survive. Come to the Zoo and learn how the savanna animals use their senses to live the lion’s life, or avoid the lion’s jaws! Class includes instructional times with animal artifacts, scents, sounds, touching, and a guided short visit in the Zoo.April 294:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Radical Reptiles (Autism)Ages 12-18Reptiles come in many shapes and sizes. Some slither, others crawl- some have sharp fangs, and others have no teeth at all! Come to the Zoo and see what the scaly creatures have in common, and what makes them different. Class includes a short instructional time with pictures, animal artifacts, live animals, interactive play, and a guided short visit in the Zoo.May 274:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Take the Polar Plunge! (Visually Impaired)Ages 12-18Take a dive into Rocky Shores and learn about the amazing adaptations of ocean animals! We’ll touch fur, flippers, and fins. Compare the rough texture of corals and shark skins to the silky fur seal. Feel the sharp teeth and long claws of polar bears, and learn how well these animals survive in their icy homes. October 284:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Lunch with a Keeper Cost per person $20For ages 6 and upThis 90-minute experience provides children and adults with the unique opportunity to meet members of the Zoo’s Animal Care and Education staffs, learn about how they care for the animals and how to help their wild friends. Each program includes a pizza lunch, a chance to speak with a zoo keeper and an educator and a special animal session. All children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult. All participants attending must be registered in advance.July 9 Orangutans11:30 AM – 1:00 PMJuly 23 Radiated tortoises11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

ZooSnoozFor kids only, ages 6-12$45 per child(20% discount for members)Leave mom and dad at home and create a memory that will last a lifetime. For kids who love our Rocky Shores animals, this sleepover just might be the most exciting and unforgettable overnight experience ever! Spend the night in Tidewater Cove and learn about the animals that live here. Price includes evening snack and breakfast.August 7-87:00 PM – 9:00 AM

SCI-ART Workshop$75The teen developmental years can be a period of change, uncertainty, isolation, and stress for young men and women, especially those with disabilities or who are from other underserved populations. Merging scientific and artistic pursuits can help young people develop creativity, objectivity, perseverance, spatial reasoning, innovation, and observational acuity. Through this workshop, in partnership with Art Access, teens will utilize visual art to focus on science. Students will meet at Utah’s Hogle Zoo on Monday, June 29 and at Art Access on Tuesday, June 30. Workshop includes lunch, art supplies, and instruction from a professional artist and Zoo education staff. Register online at www.accessart.org.June 29-308:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Family Programs

Mating Dances $30 per person(20% discount for members)For adults 18 and upEver wondered how an elephant finds a date or how a grebe gets a girl? Sometimes dating ideas can come from the most unlikely of sources. Join us for a fun, relaxed evening of dating strategies as you participate in dolphin courtship displays, find your pheromone match, practice mating calls, and enjoy some delicious food catered by Taste of the Wild!February 137:00 PM – 10:00 PM

UHZ Book Club$10 per person at the door for a one-year membership7:00 PM – 9:00 PMAges 14 and upPay just once and join us all year! Join staff from Utah’s Hogle Zoo the first Thursday of the month for a discussion of a different zoo- or conservation-related book each time, with light refreshments. Please note that we cannot accommodate young children during book club meetings.January 8Mr. Hornaday’s War, by Stefan BechtelFebruary 5Falconer on the Edge, by Rachel DickinsonMarch 5Killing Keiko, by Mark SimmonsApril 2A Short History of Nearly Everything, by Bill BrysonMay 7The Emerald Mile, by Kevin FedarkoJune 4Reflections of Eden, by Birute GaldikasJuly 2Wolfer, by Carter NiemeyerAugust 6The Predator Paradox, by John ShivikSeptember 3Condor: to the Brink and Back, by John NielsenOctober 1Elephant Whisperer, by Lawrence AnthonyNovember 5The River of Doubt, by Candice MillardDecember 3Apocalyptic Planet, by Craig Childs

Utah Master Naturalist Program$200 per person($150 for full-time students)To register, please visitwww.utahmasternaturalist.orgInterested in becoming a Utah Master Naturalist? Each module of the program focuses on studying the different components of Utah’s natural systems including climate, geography, hydrology, plants and animals, as well as how these components interact and are managed. At least half of the time is spent in the field and the remaining time in the classroom. Three credits at Utah State University, per module, are available for an additional fee. While we do our best to accommodate people of all abilities, please contact Mark at marklc@usu.edu if you have any concerns.

Deserts Module (Held at the Zoo)While many of the upland systems in Utah, such as the Colorado Plateau, Great Basin, and Mojave Desert, vary in plant and animals communities, they all share common features- low precipitation resulting in arid or semi-arid deserts, relatively high elevation, and climatic extremes including hot summers and/or cold winters. As a result, the plants and animals of these areas possess extreme adaptations for survival. This module consists of 40 hours of instruction, 40-50 percent of which is spent in the field.June 15-199:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Project WILD and Project WILD AquaticCost: $30To register, please visit www.usee.org Attend a fun-filled and interactive educator training, with hands-on experiences in conducting activities and implementing the Project WILD program. Ideal for teachers, environmental educators, school administrators, after-school program staff, and youth group/service organization leaders. You will receive the Project WILD educator’s guide, Project WILD Aquatic educator’s guide, plus resource materials and more. Credit is available for the training: 0.5 credit from USOE. Do you have a group of teachers who would like a workshop? Contact us at 801-584-4551 for more information.February 289:00 AM – 3:00 PMJune 309:00 AM – 3:00 PMJuly 219:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Adult Programs

Preschool Classes

Irresistible InvertebratesWhat’s the difference between an insect, a millipede, and a spider? Learn about these three amazing groups of bugs as we practice our counting and shape ID skills.January 179:30 AM – noon

Jungle in Your BackyardHave you ever wondered what animals are hiding in your yard? You might be surprised at how many animals call your backyard home, even during the winter. Learn how to identify these animals and their tracks. Find out what you can do to protect these stealthy critters.February 219:30 AM – noon

Animal TransformersSome animals change forms throughout their lifecycle. Learn about these amazing transformations as we read about butterflies, discover frogs and other remarkable changing creatures.March 149:30 AM – noon

Hissin’ and Hootin’Come join us as we learn about our feathered friends. Find out who can see the best in the dark, who can fly 200 miles per hour and who laughs like a monkey in this feather-filled class.April 189:30 AM – noon

Say What?You’ll hear the roar of the jungle in this fun-filled class about animal sounds. Find out who growls, squawks and snorts and see if you can communicate with your animal friends.May 169:30 AM – noon

Jr. ZookeeperIn this class you’ll learn about taking care of the animals at the Zoo. See what the animals eat and how their diets are prepared, discover how you clean up after a gorilla and how an elephant gets a bath. Then make a special treat for one of the Zoo’s animals.*Because of the popularity of Jr. Zookeeper, we are offering two sessions. Please sign up for only one session.June 209:30 AM – noonJune 201:00 PM – 3:30 PM

Wonderful Watering HolesJust in time for the heat of summer, you’ll learn about what happens around the watering hole as you discover who at the Zoo loves a cool dip in a pool as much as you do!July 189:30 AM – noon

Ages 3-5$20 per child(20% discount for members)Children registered for the Pre-K sessions must be age 3 by the date the class session begins. We reserve the right to cancel the registrations of children registered in sessions that do not match their age/grade. No older or younger siblings allowed.

Each animal-themed program includes animal encounters, crafts and activities designed especially for early learners and their favorite grownup. Adults attend with children ages 3-5; unregistered siblings cannot be accommodated.

R is for ReptileLearn your ABC’s and meet some scaly friends as we use the alphabet to discover reptiles. Learn how a snake slithers, a lizard skitters, and a crocodile rolls! We will discover how these scaly, cold blooded reptiles come in many shapes, sizes, and names!August 159:30 AM – noon

Things That Go Bump in the NightAre you afraid of the dark? Discover which animals go bump in the night and why. Explore their homes and why they are active at night. Then meet some friends that will help you get over your nighttime fears as you discover the dark isn’t as scary as you thought!October 179:30 AM – noon

A Reason for the SeasonAre you a summer sunbather or a winter snow bird? What’s your favorite season? In this fun-filled class we’ll explore the four seasons and what animals do to stay comfortable no matter the weather. Meet some of the Zoo’s animals and discover how they cope with the weather.November 219:30 AM – noon

Polar PalsDiscover some of the animals that make their home in the North. Explore how they are adapted for the harsh climate they call home. Find out what it would be like to live like a grizzly bear or swim like a seal if you lived in the cold climates of Alaska.December 199:30 AM – noon

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Full Week Zoo Camps$250 per child(20% discount for members)Children must be registered for the grade they have just completed. We reserve the right to cancel the registrations of children registered in sessions that do not match their age/grade.

Zoo Camps

Kindergarten(Ages 5-6)Animal SuperheroesFaster than a speeding rhino, more powerful than a thundering elephant . . . From super-strength to bionic vision, invisibility to lightning speed, animals have amazing powers! Put on your mask and cape and join us to learn all about the super-heroes of the animal world. Each day includes crafts, stories, games and animal encounters.June 22-269:00 AM – 3:00 PM

1st – 2nd Grades(Ages 7-8)Let’s Do Lunch!It is a real feast with the beasts here at the Zoo! Discover who eats what – and who at the Zoo –as we explore the many hunting and dining techniques of the animals. Who has teeth just like you? Who doesn’t have teeth at all? You’ll have a ripping and tearing good time as we “gnaw” on uncovering the true “foodies” of the animal kingdom. Each day includes animal encounters, stories, games and crafts.July 6-109:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Red Butte Garden Cooperative Camp Adventures in Ecosystems

(1st – 2nd Grades)(Ages 7–8)$300 per child

Have you ever wondered who makes their home at the top of a mountain, or in the hottest desert? Plants and

animals live in some amazing places . . . including your own backyard! In this

camp, you’ll discover how they are able to survive in so many different ecosystems around the globe. Spend your mornings at Red Butte Garden learning about the remarkable plants that live around the world, and then spend your afternoon at Utah’s Hogle Zoo visiting the animals that depend on them.August 10-149:00 AM – 4:00 PM

5th – 7th Grades(Ages 11-13)Conservation ConnectionsWhy are animals vanishing all over the globe? What can you do make a difference? We will take you on a journey to explore endangered species recovery and how zoos work to keep animals from becoming endangered in the first place! From polar bears to orangutans, elephants to lions and toads to tortoises, we are working to make a difference. Get right down to the DNA of the problem and learn what you can do to help in this fun-filled camp.July 27 – 319:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Keeper Camp (Ages 12-17)$100 per child(20% discount for members)We reserve the right to cancel the registrations of children registered in sessions that do not match their age/grade.

Do you dream about animals? Do you think measuring, scrubbing, sweeping and interacting with wild animals are good ways to spend your day? Have you always wanted to be a zookeeper? Well, here is your chance to see if you have what it takes. Come to the Zoo for a hands-on, behind the scenes, fun-filled day. Participants will spend their day with a staff member preparing animal diets, cleaning exhibits and creating enrichment for some of our animals. We will provide lunch, a T-shirt and a Keeper-tastic time!

Restrictions:• Participants must submit a current (within three months of camp date) and certified negative TB

test two weeks prior to camp.• Participants must wear weather-appropriate clothing and shoes that can get dirty and wet. Shoes must

have closed toes and heels must be covered. • Due to the nature of the program each camp is limited to 4 participants (Minimum 2 people).June 13 7:30 AM – 2:30 PMJuly 11 7:30 AM – 2:30 PMJuly 25 7:30 AM – 2:30 PMAugust 1 7:30 AM – 2:30 PMAugust 22 7:30 AM – 2:30 PMNovember 28 7:30 AM – 2:30 PMDecember 28 7:30 AM – 2:30 PMDecember 30 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM

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Red Butte Garden Cooperative CampWild Senses and Crazy Defenses(3rd – 4th Grades)(Ages 9–10)$300 per childIf you were animal, would you protect yourself with teeth, claws or hooves? What would you use if you were a plant? Toxins or thorns? Animals and plants survive in amazing and unusual ways. Start your day at Utah’s Hogle Zoo to discover the many strategies animals have developed to defend themselves, and then head to Red Butte Garden in the afternoon to explore the many ways plants protect themselves from danger!August 10-149:00 AM – 4:00 PM

3rd – 4th Grades(Ages 9-10)Curious Creatures and Fearsome FeaturesWhat would you think if you had a three-foot nose or tall and twisted horns? Observe animals from head to toe as you explore the Zoo and find out why some creatures have such unique features. We will take an up-close look at feathers, fur, fangs and feet and decide if the Zoo’s animals have fearsome features or if they are just merely curious creatures! Each day includes some special encounters of the animal kind!July 13-179:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Cub ScoutsThe Hogle Zoo Trails patch makes for a fun day at the Zoo with your Cub den! Scouts in the Great Salt Lake Council can earn their badge while visiting the Zoo in uniform, picking up litter on the grounds, and learning about 20 animals they see at the Zoo. Details are online at www.hoglezoo.org under Education Programs: Community Programs. Badges can be purchased at the Scout store.

Interviews with Zoo staff during your Zoo visit can help with conservation and science requirements. Short interviews are free with admission and need to be arranged at least 2 weekdays in advance. To set up an interview, please call 801-584-4551.

Girl Scouts$15 per childLeaders are free. No unregistered children. Adults may stay, or drop off and pick up. Girl Scout programs are available by request for groups of at least 8 girls. Available topics: Brownies Pets badge, Junior Animal Habitats badge, and the Senior Voice for Animals badge. Please call 801-584-4551 at least two weeks in advance to schedule a Girl Scout class.

Scout Classes

Boy Scouts$15 per childAll registration must be completed online 48 hours before the class. Leaders are free.

Scout classes are also open to non-scout students. No unregistered children. Adults may

stay, or just sign students in and out. Our merit badge classes were the 2011 Environmental Education Program of the Year for the Utah Society for Environmental Education.

Because of the nature of the badge requirements, we are not able to complete an entire merit badge during class hours. Badge requirements not completed in our classes can be done in advance and signed off at the scheduled class. Blue merit badge cards will be provided.

Have a whole troop that needs a badge? Can’t make one of our dates listed below? Badge workshops can be arranged for groups of 8 Scouts or more. Call 801-584-4551 at least two weeks in advance to arrange a merit badge class.

Interested in earning the Hornaday badge? We teach all of the required

merit badges for this award! For more information, look up the Hornaday Medal on

www.scouting.org.

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*NEW* Soil and Water Conservation Merit BadgeOur buildings, farms, and quality of life all depend on having clean water and soil. What is soil and water conservation and how are we a part of it? During class, we plan to finish requirements 1-6.April 236:00 PM – 9:00 PMMay 146:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Fish and Wildlife Management Merit BadgeFish, wildlife, and people all share this planet, and management of all their needs is a science and an art. Learn how wildlife managers help balance the needs of different species in this 3-hour class. We will complete requirements 1, 2, 3, 4, 6B, and 8.April 96:00 – 9:00 PMAugust 49:00 – noon

Insect Study Merit Badge You’ll fly through all the requirements except 4, 7 and 8 in this eventful and “buggy” evening. Come discover the exciting world of insects!July 29:00 AM – noon

Bird Study Merit Badge Get a hefty start on your bird study merit badge, and meet some of the Zoo’s birds up close. You will complete requirements 1, 2, 3, and 4. Please bring binoculars or a spotting scope.July 209:00 AM – noon

Mammal Study Merit BadgeLearn more about your furry friends and work on your Mammal Study merit badge. We will complete requirements 1, 2, 3C, and 4G in class.August 69:00 AM – noon

Nature Merit Badge Fun, hands-on activities will help you get back to nature (and a little bit dirty) during your visit to the Zoo. During class, we plan to finish requirements 1, 2, 4C and 3, plus get started on 4A, 4D, 4E and 4G.June 98:00 AM – noon June 128:00 AM – noon

Reptile and Amphibian Study Merit Badge Some are slippery, some are slimy; few are scary. Learn more about reptiles and amphibians and meet a few from the Zoo as you work on your merit badge. We will finish requirements 1-7, 9B and 10. We recommend that Scouts do requirement 8B to complete their badge.May 286:00 PM – 9:00 PMSeptember 246:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Environmental Science Merit Badge Environmental science affects everything around us from the foods we eat to the car commercials we see on TV. Come learn more about this important topic while you work on your merit badge. We will complete requirements 1, 2, 3A, 3B, 3D, 3E, 4, and 6 in class.April 166:00 PM – 9:00 PMJune 119:00 AM – noonJuly 229:00 AM – noonAugust 186:00 PM – 9:00 PMOctober 86:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Citizen Science

Utah’s Chapter FrogWatch USA TrainingFreeHave you ever wanted to help scientists collect data that will make a difference for local wetland communities? Are you interested in becoming a voice for conservation in your community? Do you enjoy visiting wetland areas and listening to frogs? Then FrogWatch USA, the new citizen science conservation program, is for you!

FrogWatch USA is a frog and toad monitoring program where volunteers learn the calls of local species, identify them by song in the field, and record their findings. By collecting data, volunteers not only contribute to knowledge about wetlands and which frog species are found in their area, but they will also be able to educate members of their community about wetland conservation. To date, the data gathered by citizen scientists throughout the country has provided information about frog distribution, wetland health, and climate impacts on wildlife. You will help determine:• which species of frogs and toads are in an area,• if there are rare or invasive species in Utah,• where each species is found, and • when different species breed.

Training will be held on Thursday, March 127:00 to 9:00 PMTo RSVP, please call 801-584-4551. Have a group that wants to participate, but can’t make the dates above? Call to arrange a training class.

Kestrel Box ProjectUtah’s Hogle Zoo is excited to be a part of the American Kestrel Partnership! Help these beautiful birds by hanging up and monitoring a kestrel nest box on your property.

For more information or to pick up a nest box, call 801-584-4551.

Download the free Utah’s Hogle Zoo FrogWatch app from iTunes or the Google

Play Store.

Utah’s Hogle Zoo VolunteersIf you can’t get enough of the Zoo, or just want to see what it’s like to work here, consider becoming a volunteer! Volunteers are an important part of what makes Utah’s Hogle Zoo an exciting and educational experience for our guests. We offer volunteer opportunities in many areas of the Zoo. If you have a passion for animals, conservation and the environment, then Utah’s Hogle Zoo is the place for you.

Volunteer training takes place in spring and fall. Applications are due September 1st and March 1st. Applications and more information can be found at hoglezoo.org.

Volunteer at the Zoo

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Or Intern at the Zoo!Utah’s Hogle Zoo’s College Internship Program allows students to utilize their classroom knowledge in a real work setting. Our program combines classroom teaching and hands-on training to help our interns to improve their skills and give students valuable firsthand experience. Students must have at least one full year of college credits. Internship applications are due March 1 and all available internships are filled by May 1. Internship period is from the first week of June and concludes in mid-August. Interns must be available for this 10-week period and all internships are unpaid. For more information and a list of departments seeking interns, please look online athoglezoo.org/jobs_volunteers/internships/

Bringing a field trip to the Zoo? Want the Zoo to come to your school? Interested in checking out kits to use in the classroom? Check our website, www.hoglezoo.org under Education: Teacher Programs and School Programs for more information!

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