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School Programs

We’re giving kids unforgettable learning experiences that inspire a lifelong love of wildlife and wild places. Sort the grid below to view all of our in-school, on-site or virtual programs.
Wild Canada

On-site Program

Arctic Adventure (K-3)

Have you ever wondered how animals survive the icy extremes in the far north? Join us on an Arctic Adventure where stude…

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Black Bear

On-site Program

Bear Necessities (K-3)

How can humans help keep bears wild? Join us as we explore the fascinating world of Canada’s three bear species: grizzly…

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Burrowing Owl

On-site Program

Burrowing In with Burrowing Owls (4-6)

Have you ever heard of a bird that nests underground? The burrowing owl is a unique and endangered grassland species fou…

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Snow Leopard Zoo Grounds, Exploration Asia, Gateway to Asia, Alberta, Canada

On-site Program

Edu Trek: Exploration Asia (K-12)

Travel across the mountains, forests, and grasslands of Asia and discover the remarkable animals that inhabit some of th…

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Wolf

On-site Program

Edu Trek: Wild Canada (K-12)

Join us for an unforgettable journey through the diverse ecosystems of Canada, all represented by purposefully designed…

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Nutrien Garden of Life

On-site Program

Edu-Trek: Plants

Step into a lush tropical environment and discover the remarkable ways plants shape the world around us. Guided by a kno…

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Butterflies

On-site Program

On Gossamer Wings (K-3)

Can one tiny butterfly tell the story of an entire ecosystem? Join us as we explore the fascinating life cycle of butter…

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King penguins

On-site Program

Penguin Palooza (K-3)

Get ready to put on your flippers and see the world through the eyes of a penguin. Learn first-hand…

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Dinosaur

On-site Program

Prehistoric Puzzles (K-6)

How do we know so much about dinosaurs when they lived millions of years ago? What even IS a fossil? Learn this and more…

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Gorilla

On-site Program

The One and Only Ivan (4-6)

Designed to complement a novel study of The One and Only Ivan by K.A. Applegate, this thought-provoking program invites…

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King penguins

Virtual Program

Penguin Palooza

Students will discover the world of penguins in our virtual adaptation of our Penguin Palooza program. Through investiga…

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Polar Bear

Virtual Program

Polar Passage

Polar Passage is an interactive and educational virtual expedition that allows young learners to embark on a captivating…

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Hippo

Virtual Program

Virtual Safari: Destination Africa

Observe the unique animals of the African savannah and rainforest while being virtually toured by a knowledgeable conser…

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Snow Leopard Zoo Grounds, Exploration Asia, Gateway to Asia, Alberta, Canada

Virtual Program

Virtual Safari: Exploration Asia

Discover the spectacular animals that call Asia home while being toured by a knowledgeable conservation educator. Our ed…

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Wolf

Virtual Program

Virtual Safari: Wild Canada

Virtual Safari: Wild Canada is an unforgettable virtual zoo tour that takes you on an adventure through various natural…

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Northern Leopard Frog

Virtual Program

Wilder 101

Step into the heart of conservation with the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo through this interactive virtual program. Join…

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Flamingos

On-site Program

Biodiversity (9)

How does biodiversity shape the survival of species and the health of ecosystems? Investigate biodiversity at three scal…

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Gardens - Honey Bee

On-site Program

Biology 30: Population and Community Dynamics (12)

How do conservation scientists use genetics to help protect endangered species? Join us as we dive into the role that ge…

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Chameleon

On-site Program

Changes (11)

How does studying extinct organisms help us to understand the present and prepare for the future? Find out how in this i…

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Plant

On-site Program

Climate Science (10-12)

What is climate change and how is it measured? Through a series…

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Wilder Institute

On-site Program

Conservation Science (10-12)

How can science, creativity, and community action come together to protect wildlife and wild spaces? Join us as we explo…

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Giraffe

On-site Program

Edu Trek: Destination Africa

Journey into the grasslands and rainforests of Africa and explore some of the continent’s most remarkable wildlife. From…

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West African Dwarf Crocodile

On-site Program

Fresh and Salt Water Systems (8)

How does access to clean water shape the health of ecosystems, wildlife, and human communities? Join us while we investi…

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Garden - Plants

On-site Program

Interactions & Ecosystems (6-7)

From the tiniest puddle to the highest mountain range, our world is full of ecosystems in which plants and animals…

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Black Bear

In School Program

Bear Necessities

Students will gain an understanding of bear species native to Canada. They will examine the question “how do humans impa…

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Zebra Foal

In School Program

Biodiversity

Students will be investigating three different levels of biodiversity: genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosyst…

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Japanese Macaque

In School Program

Biology 30: Population and Community Dynamics

Conservation is the primary focus, drawing on important concepts such as biological and genetic diversity to better unde…

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Gardens - Plants

In School Program

Interactions and Ecosystems (6-7)

From the tiniest puddle to the highest mountain range, our world is full of ecosystems in which plants and animals inter…

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King penguins

In School Program

Penguin Palooza

Students will act as conservation scientists rescuing a penguin as they move through various stations learning about ada…

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Gorilla

In School Program

The One and Only Ivan

Inspired by the novel “The One and Only Ivan” by K.A. Applegate, this program compares the life of Ivan from the story t…

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Zoo Campers

Camps

There’s no camp like zoo camp. Whether you’re here for a PD day or for the summer, every zoo camp is unforgettable.
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