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Olympians are the ultimate athletes, but Zookeepers are the ultimate animal care experts. They may not earn medals, but we’re going to test your strength, stamina, and skill to see if you can hang with the rigors of a zookeeper’s day. Price: $23 member $28 non-member Time: 10 am – 12 pm Meeting Point: Education […]
JOIN US ON April 4. It’s FIRST FRIDAY in the Eau Gallie Arts District. This special event is a tribute to our Indian River Lagoon, so important to our quality of life and our economic impact as a region. The galleries have Lagoon-focused surprises planned. On this special night, from 5:30-8:30p, Eau Gallie Square will […]
Whether you are a novice or an expert birder, all are welcome to help the naturalists identify and count birds. Help us collect data so scientists can learn more about bird populations during fall migration. Please be prepared (proper shoes and insect repellent) for approximately a half-mile hike.
Insects & IPAs Join us for Pours for a Purpose! Join Merritt Island Wildlife Association & Playalinda Brewing Company for an incredible insect themed night to help fundraise to benefit the Merritt Island NWR Complex! Thursday, October 23rd || 4:30 – 6:30pm UCF Bug Closet Assistant Curator, Collection of Arthropods, Robin Marquez, will have microscopes […]
Step into the field and join us for a guided birding adventure beyond the Zoo! Explore local habitats with our expert staff, search for some of Florida’s most fascinating feathered residents and learn how you can contribute to community science projects to protect local wildlife. NOTE: Program takes place at Cruickshank Park in Rockledge. All […]
Night Life – February 21 What really happens when the sun goes down at the Zoo? Join us to take a closer look at how animals spend their nighttime hours—whether they’re curling up to sleep or just waking up. From bedtime routines to nighttime behaviors, experience the unseen side of the Zoo after hours Price: […]
When the sun sets, the animal world comes alive in new ways. Join us to discover how scientists study life after dark on this guided, after-hours Zoo adventure. Using real […]
Ever wonder what it takes to work at a Zoo? Come behind-the-scenes, experience some of our most hands-on Zoo jobs and meet the teams that form the backbone of the Zoo’s daily operations. Be prepared to get your hands dirty! Price: $23 member $28 non member Time: 10:00am – 12:00:pm Meeting Point: Education Gate # […]
Manatee Education Day brings you up close to the biology and fun facts about the gentle residents of our coastal waters. Learn how manatees depend on healthy seagrass, clean waterways, and protected spaces including the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. During this event, you’ll engage in hands-on learning, dive into manatee trivia and interactive challenges, […]
The Sea Turtle Preservation Society is “shellabrating” our 40th anniversary of Helping Sea Turtles Survive. 100% of the proceeds will go toward expanding our education programs.
Nocturnal Senses – March 21 Discover how animals thrive in the dark during this illuminating after-hours adventure! From echolocation to night vision and powerful scent tracking, explore the extraordinary senses that help nocturnal creatures navigate—and dominate—the nighttime world. Price: $23 member $28 non member Time: 6:30pm – 8:30:pm Meeting Point: Education Gate # 6 to […]
Playalinda Brewing Co. X Merritt Island Wildlife Association Enjoy social time with a side of science while learning about marsupial marvels at Opossums & Pours. Join us for an evening […]
