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December School Vacation Week

Join us for December school vacation week at Zoo New England! Each day is its own unique session, so you can join us for one day, or all six.

Each day will focus on a different theme, and kids will get the opportunity to see animals up-close while learning all about them! Sessions are offered to participants ages 6 - 9.

Taught by Zoo educators, classes include hands-on activities, discussion, animal encounters and behind-the-scenes experiences. Each program includes progressive program topics focused on teaching students about animals and their interactions within their ecosystems.

Franklin Park Zoo

Our theme for December vacation week is, Senses! We'll investigate the five senses we share by conducting experiments and participating in hands-on activities. We'll also explore how our senses compare to that of our furry, scaly and feathered friends. Join us for Zooper Senses Day as we dive into the unique senses animals have that we can only imagine!

Register

Dates:

  • Monday (12/23): Sight
  • Thursday (12/26): Sound
  • Friday (12/27): Smell
  • Monday (12/30): Touch
  • Thursday (1/2): Taste
  • Friday (1/3): Zooper Senses

Time:
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Price:
Members: $70 | Non-members: $80

Ages & Capacity:
Ages 6 - 9
Up to 20 participants per day

Extended Care:

  • Morning care: Drop off between 8:00 - 8:15 a.m.
  • After care: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Call upon arrival to pick up.
  • Cost: $20 for morning care, $20 for after care.

Lunch:

Lunch is available for purchase during each day of vacation week! Lunch purchase is completely optional. If you choose not to purchase lunch for your child on a given day, you’ll be asked to send them with lunch.

Options include:

  • Cheeseburger
  • Hot Dog
  • Grilled Cheese Sandwich
  • Sunflower Butter & Jelly Sandwich
  • Gluten Free Cheeseburger
  • Gluten Free Hot Dog

All lunch options cost $15 and include chips, a cookie and canned water.

Please only choose one lunch option at checkout. Changes, updates or new purchases of lunch orders cannot be made within five days of your child’s program.

Stone Zoo

Our theme for December vacation week is, Senses! We'll investigate the five senses we share by conducting experiments and participating in hands-on activities. We'll also explore how our senses compare to that of our furry, scaly and feathered friends. Join us for Zooper Senses Day as we dive into the unique senses animals have that we can only imagine!

Register

Dates:

  • Monday (12/23): Sight
  • Thursday (12/26): Sound
  • Friday (12/27): Smell
  • Monday (12/30): Touch
  • Thursday (1/2): Taste
  • Friday (1/3): Zooper Senses

Time:
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Price:
Members: $70 | Non-members: $80

Ages & Capacity:
Ages 6 - 9
Up to 20 participants per day

Extended Care:

  • Morning care: Drop off between 8:00 - 8:15 a.m.
  • After care: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Call upon arrival to pick up.
  • Cost: $20 for morning care, $20 for after care.

Lunch:

Lunch is available for purchase during each day of vacation week! Lunch purchase is completely optional. If you choose not to purchase lunch for your child on a given day, you’ll be asked to send them with lunch.

Options include:

  • Cheeseburger
  • Hot Dog
  • Grilled Cheese Sandwich
  • Sunflower Butter & Jelly Sandwich
  • Gluten Free Cheeseburger
  • Gluten Free Hot Dog

All lunch options cost $15 and include chips, a cookie and canned water.

Please only choose one lunch option at checkout. Changes, updates or new purchases of lunch orders cannot be made within five days of your child’s program.

Leaders in Training (Stone Zoo): Ages 12 - 14

We’re looking for program participants ages 12-14 who can join us in providing hands-on support for our 6 - 9 year old participants. Your role is to sit with them, help them with crafts & activities, and begin to learn what it's like to work with younger children.

Register

Dates:

  • Monday (12/23): Sight
  • Thursday (12/26): Sound
  • Friday (12/27): Smell
  • Monday (12/30): Touch
  • Thursday (1/2): Taste
  • Friday (1/3): Zooper Senses

Time:
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Price:
Members: $70 | Non-members: $80

Ages & Capacity:
Ages 12-14
Capacity: 2 per day

Extended Care:

  • Morning care: Drop off between 8:00 - 8:15 a.m.
  • After care: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Call upon arrival to pick up.
  • Cost: $20 for morning care, $20 for after care.

Lunch:

Lunch is available for purchase during each day of vacation week! Lunch purchase is completely optional. If you choose not to purchase lunch for your child on a given day, you’ll be asked to send them with lunch.

Options include:

  • Cheeseburger
  • Hot Dog
  • Grilled Cheese Sandwich
  • Sunflower Butter & Jelly Sandwich
  • Gluten Free Cheeseburger
  • Gluten Free Hot Dog

All lunch options cost $15 and include chips, a cookie and canned water.

Please only choose one lunch option at checkout. Changes, updates or new purchases of lunch orders cannot be made within five days of your child’s program.

Safety Information & Cancellation Policy

Classes are held indoors, with certain activities and zoo walks held outdoors. Please note, parent/guardian and unregistered friend/sibling attendance is not permitted.

Cancellation Policy:

If you need to cancel your registration more than one week before the date of your child's session, a $50 cancellation fee will be charged to your account. If you cancel with less than one week's notice, 25% of your cost will be refunded.

No refunds will be given to no-shows or cancellations made within 24 hours of the program start time.

To cancel or request a transfer please contact Education@zoonewengland.org