Scovill Zoo’s education programs offer opportunities for animal lovers of all ages to discover the animal kingdom. With zoo classes, guided tours, and a fantastic Mobile Zoo, Scovill Zoo provides fun, hands-on connections to the animal world.
Registration: Click here to register online, visit Scovill Zoo, or call the zoo at 421-7435.
Zoo Tours
Experience the zoo up close and personal with tours for students in grades 1 – 12! Schools and organizations will enjoy a personalized tour, with a narrated explanation of exhibits and their residents. Meal deals, grab bags, goat food, and sno-cones are also available. Please call two weeks in advance to schedule: 421-7435.
Zoo Buddies (Ages 3 – 5)
With Zoo Buddies, our youngest zoo enthusiasts have their own pint-sized animal adventures! Each month, kids aged 3 – 5 will discover a new species or environment and take home a new zoo buddy toy. This is a one hour class with two different sessions—morning and afternoon—and within that time there will be a discussion, story, craft, and animal encounter.
Location: Zoo Education Center (Scovill Zoo, 71 S. Country Club Rd.)
Fee: $18 ($15 with resident discount)
| Subject | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Zany Zebras | July 13 | 10 - 11 a.m. |
| Zany Zebra | July 13 | 2 - 3 p.m. |
| Alligators Big and Small! | August 10 | 10 - 11 a.m. |
| Alligators Big and Small! | August 10 | 2 - 3 p.m. |
| Bumpy Bactrians | September 14 | 10 - 11 a.m. |
| Bumpy Bactrians | September 14 | 2 - 3 p.m. |
| Scary Scorpions | October 12 | 10 - 11 a.m. |
| Scary Scorpions | October 12 | 2 - 3 p.m. |
| Lovey Doves | November 9 | 10 - 11 a.m. |
| Lovey Doves | November 9 | 2 - 3 p.m. |
| Armored Armadillos | December 14 | 10 - 11 a.m. |
| Armored Armadillos | December 14 | 2 - 3 p.m. |
| Tiny Tenrecs | January 11 | 10 - 11 a.m. |
| Tiny Tenrecs | January 11 | 2 - 3 p.m. |
| Creepy Crawlies | February 8 | 10 - 11 a.m. |
| Creepy Crawlies | February 8 | 2 - 3 p.m. |
| Rockin Reptiles | March 8 | 10 - 11 a.m. |
| Rockin Reptiles | March 8 | 2 - 3 p.m. |
Critter Tales (Ages 5 & 6)
Kids aged 5 – 6 can join Scovill Zoo’s “book club”! Each week, a new zoo topic will be covered, and participants will add a new story to their home library. 90-minute sessions will include animal encounters and hands-on activities.
Location: Zoo Education Center (Scovill Zoo, 71 S. Country Club Rd.)
Fee: $19 ($16 with resident discount)
Time: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
| Subject | Date |
|---|---|
| Animal Coverings | June 10 |
| Over on the Farm | June 17 |
| Dynamite Dads | June 24 |
| Animal Instincts | July 1 |
| Backyard Bugs | July 8 |
| Tons of Tails | July 15 |
Zoo Kids ( Ages 7 & 8)
From hot and humid rainforests to golden grasslands, the habitats of the world have unique characteristics that are important to the animals that live there. 7 and 8 year old campers will explore habitats to discover how different animals thrive in each.
Location: Zoo Education Center (Scovill Zoo, 71 S. Country Club Rd.)
Fee: $80 ($65 with resident discount)
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| June 7 - 11 | 9 a.m. - noon |
| June 14 - 18 | 1 - 4 p.m. |
| June 21 - 25 | 9 a.m. - noon |
| June 28 - July 2 | 1 - 4 p.m. |
| July 5 - 9 | 9 a.m. - noon |
| July 12 - 16 | 1 - 4 p.m. |
| July 19 - 23 | 9 a.m. - noon |
Zoo Camp (Ages 9 & 10)
How do birds, spiders, and bees know how to build their nests, webs, and hives? 9 & 10 year old campers will be exploring animal instincts for a week long adventure at Scovill Zoo!
Location: Zoo Education Center (Scovill Zoo, 71 S. Country Club Rd.)
Fee: $80 ($65 with resident discount)
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| June 7 - 11 | 1 - 4 p.m. |
| June 14 - 18 | 9 a.m. - noon |
| June 21 - 25 | 1 - 4 p.m. |
| June 28 - July 2 | 9 a.m. - noon |
| July 5 - 9 | 1 - 4 p.m. |
| July 12 - 16 | 9 a.m. - noon |
| July 19 - 23 | 1 - 4 p.m. |
Zoo Crew (Ages 11 – 13)
11-13 year old campers will be spending a week learning all about the different roles people have here at the Zoo, like preparing diets, making animal enrichment, and creating new education programs!
Location: Zoo Education Center (Scovill Zoo, 71 S. Country Club Rd.)
Fee: $95 ($80 with resident discount)
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| M - F | June 7 - 11 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
| M - F | June 14 - 18 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
| M - F | June 21 - 25 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
| M - F | June 28 - July 2 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
| M - F | July 5 - 9 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
| M - F | July 12 - 16 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
| M- F | July 19 - 23 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
Zoo Teens I
Download the Zoo Teen Volunteer Application!
If you’re interested in a career involving animals, Zoo Teens I is a fun, educational way to learn more. Recommendation letter, volunteer hours, and a training day are required. Applications are due April 23.
Location: Zoo Education Center (Scovill Zoo, 71 S. Country Club Rd.)
Fee: $70 ($55 with resident discount)
| Age | Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 - 17 | M - Sun. | June 1 - October 11 | 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
Zoo Teens II
Download the Zoo Teen Volunteer Application!
Zoo Teens II offers hands-on experience caring for animals and educating the public, while working as part of the animal care team. Completion of Zoo Teens I is strongly recommended. Recommendation letters, volunteer hours, and a training day are required. Applications are due by April 23rd.
Location: Zoo Education Center (Scovill Zoo, 71 S. Country Club Rd.)
Fee: $70 ($55 with resident discount)
| Age | Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14-17 | Mon. - Sun. | June 1 - October 11 | 9 a.m. - 4:30 pm. |
Zoo Safari
Zoo Crew and Zoo Teens participants can join their favorite counselors on a Zoo Safari, traveling to other Central Illinois zoos and nature centers.
Fee: $140 ($125 with resident discount)
| Age | Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 - 17 | M - Th | July 26-29 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
Parents Night Out (Ages 6 – 11)
The kids will enjoy pizza, animal encounters, a craft and tour at Scovill Zoo. Parents will enjoy three free hours to have dinner, see a movie or head home to take a nap.
Dates: Friday, July 9 & Friday, August 13
Time: 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Fee: $25 per child ($15 for each additional sibling)
Call 421-7435 to register!
