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Zoo Crew (Parent and Tot)

two children dressed upLooking for something to connect yourself and your preschooler with nature? Our fun and interactive program for children ages 2 through 5 years old is just that.

This program includes coloring, story time, fun activities , songs, crafts and an animal encounter over the course of six sessions. 

Zoo Crew runs from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and is held at the Rotary Education Centre located just inside the main entrance gate. 

2022-23 theme

Each session has a different theme that focuses on some of the different animal species we have here at the Park and Zoo. For 2022-23, we'll be highlighting the following:

  1. Camels 
  2. Meerkats
  3. Otters 
  4. Snakes
  5. Lynx 
  6. Li'l Keepers 

Schedule

Zoo Crew programs are offered each year, with both a summer program and a fall/winter program.

  • Summer Zoo Crew registration begins in June. Sessions are held every Wednesday for six weeks in July and August.
  • Winter Zoo Crew registration begins in September. Sessions are held on the first Friday or of the month, from October to March.
  • NEW: Weekend Winter Zoo Crew registration is on now until November 4. Sessions are held on the first Saturday of the Month November through April. 

Register now! 

Cost is $70 per child and just $30 more for one additional sibling. 

Email us at connect@riverviewparkandzoo.ca to request your registration form today. Capacity is limited for this program and spots always fill up quickly!  

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