In light of COVID-19, the Lehigh Valley Zoo has implemented guidelines and requirements to provide safe programs for our guests, staff, and animals. Please fill out a program request form to receive these policies via email. Any questions or concerns can be emailed to edureservations@lvzoo.org.
Let the Zoo come to you! The Zoo’s unique animal ambassadors – ranging from an African Penguin to a Two-Toed Sloth – are a great way to introduce conservation topics to your group. These interactive programs are great for corporate events, school assemblies, club luncheons, adult lectures, scout award or program events, fairs or festivals, assisted living centers, weddings, and private parties. Our presentations can be adapted for all age groups. These engaging programs incorporate Common Core Standards, Pennsylvania Assessment Anchors and Eligible Content, and science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM).
| Zoo Reach | Program Costs |
|---|---|
| One Hour Program | |
| 50 people or fewer | $275.00* ($375.00 for African Penguin or Sloth) |
| 51 people or more | $375.00* ($475.00 for African Penguin or Sloth) |
| Each Additional Hour (max. 4) | +$150.00 |
| Wait Time In-Between Programs | |
| First half hour | Waived |
| Additional wait time | +$25.00/half hour |
| Presentation w/o animals | |
| Career talks/fairs/event tables | $150.00 (+$75.00 each additional hour) |
| Fairs and Event Table Set Up | |
| Two Hour Presence with 4 animals rotating throughout the day | $500.00 |
| Add Penguin or Sloth | +$200.00 |
| Add both Penguin and Sloth | +$300.00 |
| Each Additional Hour | +$150.00 |
| Multiple Week Adventures (4-Week Minimum) |
Program Cost for the first program, then each additional week: |
| 50 students or fewer | $200.00* (300.00 with African Penguin or Sloth) |
| 51 students or more | $300.00* ($400.00 with African Penguin or Sloth) |
| Each Additional Hour | +$150.00 |
| Wait Time In-Between Programs | |
| First half hour | Waived |
| Additional wait time | +$25.00/half hour |
| Additional Travel Fees | |
| Location within 10 miles | No charge |
| Location further than 10 miles | +$1.00/mile* |
| *Calculated on round-trip mileage over 20 miles | |
| Corporate Promotional Zoo Reach | |
| One hour | $1000 |
| One hour w/ Penguin or Sloth | $1400 |
| Two hours | $1500 |
| Two hours w/ Penguin or Sloth | $1800 |
What animal species are available for a Zoo Reach animal encounter?
We have a wide variety of animal ambassadors available year-round for conservation education programs. Program animals include mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians including but not limited to a Porcupine, Crane, Sloth, African Penguin and Snake. All animals presented will be appropriate for the program audience but due to the needs of our animals we cannot guarantee a specific animal species. Visit the Zoo’s website at www.lvzoo.org for a complete list of Lehigh Valley Zoo’s Education Program Collection.
For more information, please contact our education department at edureservations@lvzoo.org or call 610-799-4171 and dial extension 228, 229, or 247.
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