Current Zoo Hours:
Saturdays and Sundays: Noon to 4:00 pm
This site is currently under construction. Please check back soon for new information!
Upcoming Education Programs:
ZooVentures: Check out these FAMILY FUN animal adventures!
Wolf 101
Spend some time watching the wolves after the Zoo closes for the day.
Discover how they communicate, what they eat, how they survive, how
their pack structure works, and why they remind us of our pet dogs.
Saturday, March 20th - 4:00-5:30pm
For the Birds
They're back! All of those birds that flew the coop last
fall are starting
to return. Have you forgotten which bird is which? Or maybe you
would like to expand your bird knowledge. Learn how to identify some
common birds, their calls, and what you can do to help them during
their short northern vacation! Bring your binoculars and field guides if
you have them. Meet some of the Zoo's resident and wild birds.
Saturday, April 17th - 2:00-3:30 pm
Registration Fee for ZooVentures:
$5.00/person for current Zoo members
$7.50/person for non-members
Please register in advance at the Zoo or by calling 701.277.9240.
Pint-size Explorers: Kids age 4-6 years old can explore the Zoo and its animals.
Snakes Alive
Have a fantasssstic time meeting the snakes that live at the Zoo. Find
out why you will never win a staring contest wtih a snake and the real
reason they are always sticking out their tongues!
Thursday, March 18th - 2:00-3:30pmFeathered Friends
From chickens to eagles, and "Stan", our crane, get ready to explore
life in flight as we talk about the different birds found at the Zoo and
what you can do to help them survive their yearly migration.
Thursday, April 15th - 2:00-3:30 pm
Registration Fee for Pint-size Explorers:
$10/child for current Zoo members
$15/child for non-members
Please register in advance at the Zoo or by calling 701.277.9240.
Employment Opportunities:
The Red River Zoo is currently accepting applications for guest services
staff for the summer season. Please review the information sheet and application.
You may send applications to:
Red River Zoo
4255 23rd Avenue S
Fargo, ND 58104
Junior Zookeeper Program:
This is a summer program for youths age 12 to 17 who
are interested in working
with animals and visitors at the Red River Zoo. This unique program gives area
area youth the opportunity to build leadership skills, self confidence, and life-long
friendships. If you would like to participate in the Junior Volunteer Program,
please review the information sheet and application. The deadline to submit an
application is April 15, 2010. However, the program fills quickly so please apply
as soon as possible.
You may send applications to:
Red River Zoo
4255 23rd Avenue S
Fargo, ND 58104