Rosamond Gifford Zoo

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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/

2023-2024

2022-2023

Honorable Mention

2021-2022

 

Programs by Rosamond Gifford Zoo

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Animal Myths Busted!

Sleuth out fact from fiction with Animal Myths BUSTED!Can an owl turn its head all the way around? Do porcupines really shoot their quills? Together, we'll expose the truth behind some of these surprising animal myths using biofacts as clues to...

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Extraordinary Enrichment

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...

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Life Cycles

What changes happen when animals grow? All animals go through a series of changes throughout their lives. Students will compare a variety of animal life cycles and learn what changes occur to them between egg and adult.

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OOKY SPOOKY Animals!

Why do we cuddle a teddy bear yet fear a millipede? What creepy creatures are you afraid of? What makes them scary and gross actually helps them to survive and protect themselves. Find out why we need these important species in the world ...

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Sensational Animal Senses

Animals move and use their senses just like us! See for yourself how some different animals move, smell, hear, and feel and use a few of your own senses to learn how they survive in the wild!

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Virtual Tour

Explore the Rosamond Gifford Zoo from anywhere! Get a virtual look at some of the animals that call this home with informative narration from our education team.

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Winter Warriors

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...

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More About This Provider

Type of Organization

Science Center/Zoo

Contact

Chryssa Tzetzis   virtualzty@rosamondgiffordzoo.org
1 Conservation Place
Syracuse NY 13069
315-435-8511 X8531
United States

https://www.rosamondgiffordzoo.org/

Primary Disciplines

The programs of Rosamond Gifford Zoo cover:

Career & Technical Education (CTE)
Science
STEM
Technology/Information Science