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Little Explorers' Base Camp is an opportunity for preschoolers and toddlers to play, learn or make a new friend!

Exploration Stations are designed to encourage discovery through puzzles, books, tools, activities and more! Stop by and see us on select Tuesdays and Thursdays anytime between 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the locations listed below.

2024 Schedule

Theme Dates Location
Colorful Creatures March 19 and 21 Shores region, near the flamingo habitat
Farming March 26 and 28, April 4 North America region, near The Barn
Tidepools April 9, 11, 16, and 18 Shores region, near the entrance to Discovery Reef
Pollinators April 23, 25, and 30, May 2 Australia and the Islands region, near the lorikeet garden
Pond Life May 7, 9, 14, and 16 Conservation Lake, under the pergola

*Please note, the program has been canceled on April 2nd due to the weather.

This activity is included with Zoo admission. You do not need to register ahead of time...just show up and have fun!