Utah's Hogle Zoo
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Expedition Zoo To You: Meet the Animals
Get an up close encounter with some of UHZ’s smallest residents as we meet 3 of our ambassador animals in our most versatile program. Our small animals include invertebrates, amphibians, reptiles, and some mammals. Because our Ambassador Animals choose whether or not to participate in programming, we can’t promise specific animals, but we will...
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February 7, 2022
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Expedition Zoo To You: The Timeline Tour (Zoo History)
Take a trip down memory lane as we explore the long and wild history of Utah’s Hogle Zoo. We have learned a lot along the way, and are proud of how we have grown and the path that led us to touch the lives of so many members of our community for over 100 years. Test your memory with some trivia, meet some of the zoo’s oldest animals, and learn...
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February 7, 2022
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Expedition Zoo To You: Zoo Careers
In this class, we’ll talk about what it takes to become a zoo keeper – as well as all the things you should know about it if you are considering a career in the zoo field. We’ll also talk about other careers around the zoo. People tend to think about zoo keepers and vets but did you know you could be a zoo artist? Or an accountant? It takes a...
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February 7, 2022
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Expedition Zoo To You: Natural Journals
Great for scout groups, families of avid hikers, or adults looking to develop their artistic side while enjoying nature, this class introduces participants to the concept of nature journaling. Spend time to closely observing nature, then write and draw your observations. Together we’ll craft your very own nature journal and talk about the...
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February 7, 2022
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Expedition Zoo To You: Animals In Jeopardy
This game show style program covers all sorts of zoo trivia and can be altered to fit any topic or learning level. This class includes sounds, fun facts, visits from animal ambassadors, and information about animal conservation and how we can get involved in the protection of wild things and places. Perfect for high school and adult groups who...
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February 7, 2022
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Expedition Zoo To You: Mob Mentality
Learn all about the meerkats and the remarkable social structure they have as they take turns building their home, keeping watch for their predators, and hunting their venomous and poisonous prey. We’ll get into the spirit of meerkat mob learning and cooperation by playing Simon says and talking about how humans divide up chores. We may even...
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February 7, 2022
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Expedition Zoo To You: Right On Target
Have you ever wondered how we train animals here at the zoo? In this class geared towards little learners, we talk about how important it is for animals to listen to their keepers, just like it’s important for students to listen to their teachers. We’ll also talk about how animals find their spots (or targets) for training – just like you might...
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February 7, 2022
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Expedition Zoo To You: Herp Heroes
Recommended for fans of Reptiles and Amphibians, this class is all about the amazing adaptations of our scaly and squishy friends. Meet some live animal ambassadors, go on a scavenger hunt, and follow along as we play a scaly Simon says to discover how reptile and amphibian adaptations mirror some super-human traits of our favorite action heroes.
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February 7, 2022
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Feb
Expedition Zoo To You: Who Wants To Be A Pinniped?
What animals seem like they were designed to be dogs for mermaids? Is that your final answer? Gear up your brains for this game-show style program featuring everyone’s favorite mermaid-puppies, the seals and sea lions! Learn about the adaptations that make them perfectly suited for living on rocky coastlines. Plus, learn about how humans mimic...
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February 7, 2022
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Expedition Zoo To You: Polar Draw-some Animals
In this simple follow-along drawing activity for younger audiences, we’ll learn how careful observation helps us to draw and to learn about the natural world. Observation is a great skill for both scientists and artists to develop.
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January 28, 2022
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