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August 1
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Wonders of Wildlife
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September 1
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Wonders of Wildlife
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| We Are Open...
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day. Directions and Info | |
| Contact Info:
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo
1875 Noble Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06610
Main Number: (203) 394-6565 | |
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Scout Programs
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 Inspire your scouts to learn about nature, animals and stewardship as they take part in badge earning activities, come to the Zoo for an up-close animal encounter or bring the Zoo to your next meeting.
Badge programs: Bring your scout troop to the zoo for a fun-filled day of activities, animals, scavenger hunts and self-guided tours as they earn their badges.
• Available 7 days a week from 9am to 2pm
• Maximum group size 20 scouts
• $50 plus group rate admission fee ($7 per person) for up to 10 scouts (1 hour)
• $80 plus group rate admission fee ($7 per person) for 11 to 20 scouts (1½ hour)
• 1 free adult chaperone for every 5 scouts
• Early dismissal school days are a great time for scouts to visit
• Pre-payment is required to confirm your program
Download date request form (PDF, 49KB) or call 203-394-6563 to have one faxed, mailed or e-mailed to you.
Available badges
Brownies
Cub Scouts
Jr Girl Scouts
Animal Encounters: Spark your scouts’ interest in animals and nature with our Animal Encounter program. Your scouts will enjoy this hands-on learning experience held in one of our Zoo’s classrooms. Please click on your scouts grade range for a complete list and description of all of our exciting Animal Encounter program topics.
• Available 7 days a week from 9:00 am to 3:00pm
• 30 minute program length
• Maximum class size 40 (scouts, siblings, parents and chaperones)
• Each presentation is $60 plus Zoo group rate admission fee ($7 per person)
• Pre-payment is required to confirm your program
Download date request form (PDF, 49KB) or call 203-394-6563 to have one faxed, mailed or e-mailed to you.
Scout Meetings: Invite the Zoo to your next scout get together. Our auditorium program is the perfect compliment for your large scout gatherings. Choose from Wildlife Tracks and Signs, Connecticut Critters, or Amazing Animal Adaptations.
• 45 minute to one hour program length
• Maximum group size of 500 people
• Troop must provide PA system
• $300 for groups up to 300 people, $400 for groups up to 400 people, $500 for groups up to 500 people
• Pre-payment is required to confirm your program
• Mileage fee: $30 outside a 15 mile driving distance, $50 outside a 35 mile distance and $75 outside a 55 mile distance
Download date request forms or call 203-394-6563 to have them faxed, mailed or e-mailed to you.
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