Education Mission Statement We focus on delivering an entertaining, educational program in a manner that is safe for both the animals and the guests, while exposing the guests to specific themes and a solid message of environmental conservation.

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Whether you are visiting the Zoo or wanting the Zoo to come to you, Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo can enhance your curriculum. All education programs are aligned with the Louisiana Content Standards, so you can be assured that your visit to the Zoo is a valuable use of instructional time.

Discover: What happens after all of the people leave the zoo? Which animals are still awake? Which ones are just waking up? Learn why conservation is important. Enjoy an up close animal encounter and tour the Zoo on a late night Safari. Have lots of fun creating neat arts and crafts. All the fun and excitement, while earning a badge!

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We will come to you and do a program for your, Schools (private, public, and home school), Daycares, Nursing homes,Hospitals, Boy Scout Groups, Girl Scout Groups, Birthday Party (with approval)and more.
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• Decide what activities and extras that you want for your group
• Determine an approximate number of students & chaperones
• Have your contact number and address ready
• Call the Zoo's Education Department at 329-3308 to make your reservation
• To order Jungle Meals for lunch, please call either 329-2138 or 329-2492
  Remember the Zoo is very popular in the spring, so please book your field trip early!!

Group Admission:

• Students.......... $2.00
• Adults ..........$3.00
• Seniors..........$2.00

Zoo Hours for Group Admissions: 9am-5pm

What can we do at the Zoo?

• Boat Rides at $3/student
• Education Presentation at $25/class of up to 25
• These options are limited to availability

What else is available?

• Jungle Meals at $4.25/each
• Concessions, soda and snack machines in the Zoo
• Gift Shop and Zoo Society Membership
• Restrooms, picnic area, and fish feeders

**ALL PRICES ARE IN ADDITION TO ADMISSION**

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What can our class see on the Boat Ride?
   The Boat Ride features many species of hoofed animals and primates that cannot be viewed from our walking paths. Also frequently native species are present
2. What is an Education Program?
   Education Programs are 20-25 minutes long and involve 3-4 live animals. All programs implement Louisiana State Standard Benchmarks depending on the presentation selected by the teacher. For safety, each program is limited to 30 students and 5 chaperones. Programs fill up quickly in the spring, so register early.
3. Can we eat at the Zoo?
   Yes! You may pre-order Jungle Meals from the Zoo Concession or bring your own sack lunches. For the safety of our animals picnic lunches must be consumed at the Zoo Pavilion. If you purchase Jungle Meals, your class may consume their meals in the concession area inside the Zoo.
4. What is included in a Jungle Meal?
   A hot dog, chips, juice and a prize.
   Jungle Meals are ordered from the Flamin' Flamingo Cafe at either 329-2138 or 329-2492.