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Overnight Adventures

See the zoo in a new light and have a fun filled learning adventure at night! Come to the zoo after hours and enjoy a variety of activities. Discover the creatures of the night and why they prefer to be out in the dark! Pack up your sleeping bags and camp out on the covered deck of our chimp exhibit. Program typically runs from 6:45pm on Friday to 9am on Saturday.

Rates & Dates

This offer is available to groups of 12-40 individuals as well as families. Activities, evening snack, breakfast, a souvenir, and admission to the zoo following the overnight are included in the cost of each person.

 
GROUPS

FAMILIES

Rates
$40 per person
$40 per person for Members and $45 per person for Non-members
Dates
Call 616-336-8526 to schedule your Overnight Adventure!

Zoo Goes Boo Family Overnight - October 17, 2009
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Questions and Registration Forms

Click here to vew a printable Group Overnight Information sheet.
Click here for a Family Overnight Registration form

Scout programs Available
Want a fun way to earn your badges? Come after hours to the zoo and do activities to help earn your badge while learning about animals and zoo operations! The zoo will be open only to your troop. Programs can be designed to fit the needs of your Troop.
Brownie Try-It Badges: 'Animals, Eco Explorer', 'Outdoor Adventurer', 'Ready, Set, Go Camping!', and 'Water Everywhere'.
Junior Activity Badges: 'Camp Together', 'Earth Connections', 'Outdoor Fun', 'Pet Care', 'Plants and Animals', 'Wildlife, 'Your Outdoor Surroundings', and 'Water Wonders'.
Cub Scout Achievements: Your Living World (Wolf), Let's Go Outdoors (Tiger), Sharing Your World with Wildlife (Bear).

If you have any questions or would like to register please contact Melinda by email or by calling 616-336-8526.