Behind-the-Scenes Programs at John Ball Zoo
Have you ever wondered what we do behind the scenes to care for the animals
at the zoo? Here is your chance to find out! Join us for one of the exciting
programs listed below.
Sneak-A-Peek Program
Join
us for a sneak peek behind-the-scenes of the exhibits that visitors see
everyday. You and up to 15 other people will join zoo staff for a behind-the-scenes
tour of select areas of the zoo to see where the animals spend their time
while not on exhibit and learn how much goes into caring for the animals
at the zoo. Sign up for one of the tours below and bring a group of your
friends and/or family.
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Close Encounters Program
Have
you ever wanted to see a behind the scenes bear or chimp training session?
How about holding an owl or a snake? Join our keepers for one of these unique
experiences. You’ll get the chance to see animals up-close behind-the-scenes
or even learn how to properly handle some of the program animals at the
zoo.
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Keeper for a Half Day
Have
you always wanted to be a zookeeper? Now’s your chance! You’ll
put on some work boots and work side by side with a zookeeper to learn what
it takes to care for the animals at the zoo. Help care for the sheep and
goats of the Red Barn as well as our education program animals – owls,
snakes, waterfowl, lizards, opossums, porcupines and more. This program
includes the opportunity to learn how to properly handle 3 of our program
animals. Each participant gets a Keeper for the Day t-shirt, a printed photo
doing keeper duties and a certificate showing your completion of the program.
Offered Monday through Friday from 8:00am – noon.
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