Arctic Discoveries: Brown Bear Bonanza

by Alaska Zoo

The Alaska Zoo Distance Learning program invites you to learn about our beary awesome friends with a 45-60 minute live videoconference presentation. Learn about unique brown bear characteristics and more, with the chance to see our new rescued brown bear cubs!

*Cubs subject to availability.

Program Rating

based on 4 evaluation(s).

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About This Program

Cost

By Request: $200.00

All invoices will be e-mailed along with a program confirmation e-mail upon reservation of your program date and time. All fees are in United States currency.

Length

Program length is 45-60 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 After School Programs

Minimum participants:

None.

Maximum participants:

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

Primary Disciplines

Sciences

Program Delivery Mode

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

Booking Information

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Receive this program and 9 more for one low price when you purchase the CILC Virtual Expeditions package. Learn more

For more information contact CILC at (507) 388-3672

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 animals.
3. Enrichment and Discussion-Background of bear cubs with bear natural history and adaptations.
4. Discoveries with biofacts-skulls and teeth.
5. Awesome Adaptations via photos and videos.
6. Time allowed for questions and answers.

Objectives

Through this program participants should be able to:
*List some brown bear characteristics.
*Describe bear adaptations and how they are used for survival.
*Identify where they live and what they eat.
*Discuss how brown bears care for their young.