Programs at John Ball Zoo
Discounted Admission Rates
School groups that pre-register and pre-pay at least three weeks in advance receive a discounted student admission rate.
STEM Classes
Penguineering and Exhibit Design classes are interactive classes created with the new engineering design standards in mind.
Wild Encounters
These engaging, up-close animal encounters are taught by education staff around a core topic of your choice.
Zoo Explorer Tours
Join us for a guided exploration of the zoo. Students explore four areas of the zoo with assistance from our experienced docents.
Twilight Tours
A one of a kind field trip after school but not quite an overnight! Explore the zoo afterhours with your class.
Overnight Adventures
A truly unique field trip. Spend the night at the zoo with your class and watch your curriculum come alive.
Professional Development for In-Service and Pre-Service Educators
Attend a one day workshop on how to incorporate environmental education resources into your teaching using Project Wild and/or Project Learning Tree.
Programs In Your Classroom
Travel Zoos
If you can't come to the zoo let the zoo come to you! Enjoy live animal encounters in your classroom.