Extraordinary Enrichment

by Rosamond Gifford Zoo

Keeping animals happy and healthy extends beyond their dietary and environmental needs. Explore different ways we enrich the lives of our animals at the zoo, from fun treats to colorful paintings. You can also learn how to enrich the lives of animals that live in and around your home!

Program Rating

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About This Program

Cost

By Request: $125.00

Length

45 minutes

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) Kindergarten, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher(s)/Educator(s), Parent, Adult Learners, Homeschool/Family , Learning PodPublic Library: Library Patrons

Minimum participants:

Maximum participants:

Up to 100 unique connections.

Primary Disciplines

Science, STEM

Program Delivery Mode

Videoconference – Webcam/desktop (Zoom, Google Meet, Cisco WebEx, GoToMeeting, Microsoft Teams, etc...)
Webinar
Zoom
Microsoft Teams

Booking Information

Available Times: Monday & Friday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm EST Tuesday - Thursday: 1:00 pm -4:00 pm EST Any coordinating pre and post program activities will be provided at finalization of registration.

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Provider's Cancellation Policy

This program is available Monday through Friday, year round. Available times are from 8:30 AM am to 4:00 pm EST

CANCELLATION POLICY: In the event that a program must be canceled due to weather, technical issues, or other circumstances beyond the control of the Zoo or program recipient, the program may be rescheduled at a later date agreeable to both parties for no additional charge (dependent of availability). If cancellation occurs for any other reason than listed above, a cancellation fee will apply.

RESCHEDULING POLICY: In the event that a program needs to be rescheduled for any reason other than those listed above, then the Zoo must be notified at least three weeks before the date of the program. We do not reschedule inside the three weeks of the scheduled program date. A rescheduling fee will apply.

REFUND POLICY: Once registration is confirmed, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo adheres to a no-refund, no-credit policy. If a program is canceled at any time for any reason other than those listed above, no refund or credit will be given. Substitution of another group of participants of the same age is permitted with prior notification given at least three weeks before the date of the program.

About This Provider

Rosamond Gifford Zoo

Syracuse , NY
United States

Founded in 1914, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park is among
the top 10 percent of zoos in the country as an
accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). The zoo is
dedicated to connecting people to the natural world by providing engaging guest
experiences, exceptional animal care, and unparalleled conservation education.

Our distance learning programs will introduce you to a wide range of
topics including adaptations, habitats, life cycles, as well as many other
interesting and exciting topics to enrich the minds and hearts of all age
groups.

https://www.rosamondgiffordzoo.org/

Contact:
Chryssa Tzetzis
virtualzty@rosamondgiffordzoo.org
315-435-8511 X8531

Program Details

Format

1. The program begins with a topic and educator introduction.
2. The participants will play an observation game led by the presenter.
3. We will discuss what enrichment is and the different types.
4. The participants will play an enrichment type Blooket game.
5. We will discuss the importance of animal enrichment.
6. The participants will play an animal painting guessing game with the presenter.
7. Participants will have a chance to build your own enrichment.
8. We will conclude with a thumbs up or down game.
9. We will have time for questions and answers.
10. Live animals can only be integrated into programming if booked more than two weeks in advance.

Objectives

The participant will be able to:

- Define enrichment.
- Understand why enrichment is used.
- Identify how enrichment is used for an animals physical and mental wellbeing.

Standards Alignment

State Standards

P-LS1-2. Plan and conduct an investigation to determine how familiar plants and/or animals use their external parts to help them survive in the environment.