Arctic Discoveries: NeighBEARly Bears

by Alaska Zoo

Alaska is unique in that all three species of North American bear survive here. As residents or visitors it is important to understand how we can safely share Alaska with our bear neighbors. Arctic Discoveries: NeighBEARly Bears will take you into the lives of the Alaska Zoo's brown or black bears and give you some tips on how to be bear aware, anywhere!

Program Rating

based on 1 evaluation(s).

About This Program

Cost

By Request: $70.00

Program(s) must be booked at least one week in advance of desired program date and time.
All invoices will be emailed along with a program confirmation email upon reserving your program date and time.

Length

30-45 minutes

Target Audience

Education: Adult Learners Before and after school program groups Public Library: Library Patrons

Minimum participants:

No Minimum

Maximum participants:

There is no maximum, but for optimum interactivity, we suggest no more than 30 participants.

Primary Disciplines

Problem Solving, Sciences

Program Delivery Mode

Videoconference - H.323 (Polycom, Cisco/Tandberg, LifeSize, etc...)

Booking Information

In the winter, Anchorage experiences much shorter daylight hours than most places encounter. Due to these differences in daylight hours we may suggest more suitable times on your requested program date, depending on your program choice, to make sure you are getting the best quality program(s) possible. Thank you for understanding.

Sorry, this program is not currently available. To inquire about future availability, please contact Alaska Zoo

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Provider's Cancellation Policy

We will not charge for programs cancelled due to nature. The full fee will be charged to sites which cancel with less than 48 hours notice.

About This Provider

Alaska Zoo

Anchorage, Alaska
United States

The Alaska Zoo has provided a home for orphaned, injured and captive-born animals for over 50 years. We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to promoting the conservation of Arctic, subarctic and like-climate species through education, research and community enrichment. We are proud to offer quality programs and events for all ages.

Contact:
Rich Capitan
education@alaskazoo.org
9073416462

Program Details

Format

1. This program begins with a short video familiarizing the audience with the location and mission of the Alaska Zoo.
2. Introduction to staff member and encounter animal(s).
3. Discussion- Three bear species.
4. Discoveries- What species do you have?
5. Awesome Adaptations via photo/video.
6. How to be bear aware- videos/photo/discussion.
7. Time allowed for questions and answers.

Objectives

Through this program participants should be able to:
*List the three North American bear species.
*Describe some differences/characteristics between the three species of North American bears.
*Identify what bears they may live around.
*Discuss ways to safely live and recreate around wild bears.