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The Zoo is dedicated to helping Scout leaders provide meaningful Zoo experiences that promote an understanding of issues related to conservation. This program provides an opportunity to learn about the Zoo in an integrated way while earning a Zoo Scout Badge.
Unique in the quality of its natural habitat design, the N.C. Zoo can foster exciting educational experiences for Scouts that go well beyond naming species to interpreting behavior, understanding ecological relationships and promoting an awareness of the vital connections between humans and the environment.
The Zoo also encourages Scouts to organize community-based action projects on behalf of the environment.
Please use the educational activities found in the Scout Badge Program, as well as other scavenger hunts, Animal Finder and activities found on this website, in a way that will enable troop members to have a more positive Zoo experience.
Remember: reduced admission is a reward for those Scout troops working on their Zoo Badge.
Upon completion of the scouting program requirements, badges may be purchased during your visit to the Zoo at the Leopard Spot Gift Shop (Africa entrance),Wolf Bay Traders (North America entrance) or can be ordered directly from:
North Carolina Zoological Society
4403 Zoo Parkway
Asheboro, North Carolina 27205
336.879.7265 or 336.879.7267
Please send $1.50 for each badge.
Price includes postage and handling.
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N.C. Zoo is a member institution of AZA and an agency of the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources, William G. Ross Jr. Secretary; Michael F. Easley, Governor. A part of the North Carolina Government portal.
The Zoo is closed Christmas day and during severe weather. Call our information line at: 1-800-488-0444.
