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OUTREACH PROGRAMS
ZooMobile Outreach & ZooSchool Programs
Most programs can be adapted to suite any age level
All programs meet or contain elements to meet North Dakota State Science Standards
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Animal Basics (mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds)
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North Dakota Science Standards: 4.1.5, 4.2.1, 4.4.1, 8.1.5, 8.2.1, 8.4.5
Option 1: Choose to learn about mammals, reptiles, amphibians, or birds
Option 2: Choose a fast paced lesson discussing each class (this option can be extended to a 60 minute program for no extra fee)
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Dressed for the Weather
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North Dakota Science Standards: 4.1.5, 4.4.1, 8.1.5, 8.4.1
Fur or feathers, scales or skin, every animal is dressed in something. Find out why different animals are dressed the way they are and how it helps them survive in their environment.
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Encounters of the Animal Kind
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North Dakota Science Standards: 4.1.5, 4.4.1, 8.1.5, 8.4.5
Maybe you’re just looking for a fun informative way to meet some of our outreach animals. Then this is the program for you! Get up close and personal with our furry, scaly, and feathers friends.
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Home Sweet Habitat
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North Dakota Science Standards: 4.4.1, 4.4.3, 4.7.2, 8.4.1, 8.4.3, 8.4.4, 8.7.2, 8.7.3
A shelter is only one of the items an animal needs to survive. Learn about animal homes, the other items needed to survive, and explore a variety of habitats/biomes from around the world including the animals that live there!
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Night and Day
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North Dakota Science Standards: 4.2.1, 4.4.1, 8.2.4, 8.2.8, 8.4.1
Discover whooo stays awake when the sun goes down, who snoozes in the afternoon, and who sleeps when the stars shine.
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Predator-Prey
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North Dakota Science Standards: 4.1.5, 4.4.3, 8.1.5, 8.4.3, 8.4.4
Did you know some animals are vegetarians? Within a food chain there are carnivores, omnivores, herbivores, decomposers, plants, and scavengers; can one live without the other? Examine how all are linked in the delicate circle of life.
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Senses Around
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North Dakota Science Standards: 4.1.5, 4.2.1, 4.4.1, 8.1.5, 8.2.1, 8.4.1
Learn about the 5 senses and how different animals use them to survive. Discover how animal senses differ from human senses.
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Spineless Wonders
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North Dakota Science Standards: 4.4.1, 4.4.2, 4.4.3, 8.4.1, 8.4.3
Did you know that over 95% of all animals are spineless? Take some time to examine some of these amazing animals and discover why they are so important to life as we know it.
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Survival of the Fittest
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North Dakota Science Standards: 4.1.5, 4.4.1, 8.1.5, 8.4.1, 8.4.5
Find out who’s the biggest, smallest, fastest, and heaviest! Investigate a variety of animal adaptations and determine whether or not they will help the animal survive in its appropriate habitat
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Wildlife or Family Pet?
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North Dakota Science Standards: 4.2.1, 4.4.3, 4.4.4, 8.2.1, 8.4.3, 8.4.4
Not all animals make good pets. Learn what defines wildlife and explore which animals make good pets and why others are left in the wild.
ZooMobile Outreach Program Options
1. Classroom (maximum of 30 people)
- 45 minute program
- Choose from various topics
- $45 plus mileage
* Call the zoo to inquire about discounted fees for special needs groups
2. Assemblies (more than 30 people)
- 45-60 minute program
- Choose from various topics
- Pricing
| People |
Fee |
| 31-60 |
$60 |
| 61-100 |
$75 |
| 101-150 |
$100 |
| 151-200 |
$150 |
| 201-250 |
$200 |
| 251-300 |
$250 |
| 301-350 |
$300 |
| 351-400 |
$350 |
| Assembly fee breaks down to ~$1/person |
3. Booth (Animal/Information)
- Available for up to 4 hours (can be extended for information booths)
- Up to 5 live animals for an animal booth (based on time and volunteer availability)
- Either booth includes biofacts and general Red River Zoo information
- Pricing
| Length of Time |
Fee |
| 1 hour |
$30 |
| 2 hours |
$50 |
| 3 hours |
$75 |
| 4 hours |
$100 |
| 5 hours |
$125 |
| 6 hours |
$150 |
| 7 hours |
$175 |
| 8 hours |
$200 |
Mileage Fees
A mileage charge will be added to the outreach cost based on the shortest driving distance from the zoo to your location! This fee will help maintain the ZooMobile and its ability to provide the community with our animal programs.
| Round-trip |
| 1-20 Miles |
$10
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| 21-40 Miles |
$20
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| 41-60 Miles |
$30
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| 61-80 Miles |
$40
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| 81-100 Miles |
$50
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| 101-120 Miles |
$60
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| 121-140 Miles |
$70
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| 141-160 Miles |
$80
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| 161-180 Miles |
$90
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| 181-200 Miles |
$100
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