Winter Warriors

by Rosamond Gifford Zoo

How do some of your favorite animals survive in the wintertime?

Learn how some animals adjust to the cold, how some avoid it, and how

others thrive and enjoy it. You might be surprised at just how many animals

at Rosamond Gifford Zoo love the snow!

Program Rating

based on 5 evaluation(s).

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About This Program

Cost

By Request: $125.00

Invoices and and program information will be sent upon confirmed reservation.

Length

30 minutes for pre-k and kindergarten, 45-60 minutes for 1st grade and beyond.

Target Audience

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

Minimum participants:

Maximum participants:

100

Primary Disciplines

Sciences

Program Delivery Mode

Webinar
Zoom

Booking Information

Scheduled dates and times are subject to change at any time due to weather, staffing, etc. Specific other dates/times may still be requested outside of the scheduled dates/times. Email virtualzty@rosamondgiffordzoo.org for more information/questions.

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

Provider's Cancellation Policy

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:
Keirsten Frair
virtualzty@rosamondgiffordzoo.org
315-435-8511 X8531

Program Details

Format

1. Participants will explore animals that either survive, adapt or thrive in the cold weather using pictures, video, live animals and chats.
2. Meet animal guests around the zoo and discover how they survive in their habitats during the wintertime.
3. Participant interaction with facilitator using a variety of options such as the chat feature, polls, live discussion, question/answer session, etc.

Objectives

Participants will be able to:
1. Discover the different habitats that get snow and cold weather.
2. Identify animals that adapt/survive the cold weather.
3. Identify animals that thrive in cold weather..
4. Discover animals that enjoy the snow

Standards Alignment

National Standards

K-LS1-1: Organization for Matter and Energy Flow in Organisms
K-ESS3-1: Natural Resources
1-LS1-1: Structure and Function
3-LS4-2: Natural Selection
3-LS4-3: Adaptation
3-LS4-4: Ecosystem Dynamics, Functioning, and Resilience
4-LS1-1: Structure and Function
5-PS3-1: Organization for Matter and Energy Flow in Organisms
MS-LS2-4: Ecosystem Dynamics, Functioning, and Resilience
MS-LS4-4: Natural Selection
MS-LS4-6: Adaptation
HS-LS1-3: Structure and Function
HS-LS2-2: Ecosystem Dynamics, Functioning, and Resilience
HS-LS4-2: Adaptation
HS-LS4-3: Natural Selection

State Standards

P-LS1-1: Organization for Matter and Energy Flow in Organisms
P-LS1-2: Structure and Function/ Information Processing