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Arctic Discoveries: Predators of the Sky

by  Alaska Zoo

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Fly into the Alaska Zoo and participate in a virtual encounter with one of our birds of prey! Discover hawks, eagles, owls and more when you embark on this learning journey with our feathered friends. Don't miss this chance to get a first-hand look at these beautiful birds and what it takes for them to be experts of the sky!

Program Rating

   based on 2 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

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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.
3. Discussion- What is a bird of prey?
4. Discoveries with biofacts- Awesome adaptations!
5. Discoveries with photos/video/actions- Flight capabilities.
6. Introduction to the Alaska Zoo bird of prey ambassador (virtual encounter) and individual bird's history.
7. Time allowed for questions and answers.

Objectives

Through this program participants should be able to:
*Describe what makes an animal a bird.
*List characteristics of birds of prey.
*Identify some different types of birds of prey.
*Discuss various adaptations of birds of prey in Alaska.