Family & Group Programs

We provide unique and fun learning opportunities for non-school groups and  organizations through our Ed-Zoo-Cation programs.

Bring North Carolina Zoo Educators to your library this summer!  As always, the program is designed to excite and inspire children of all ages about the wonders of our natural world.

Nature Rocks is a program for families to explore nature at various sites near the Zoo and it also provides opportunities to engage in Citizen Science.

Experience the Zoo at our overnight family (for families with children aged 6-18) and adult-only (18+) camping adventures.  

Bring a zoo animal virtually to your classroom, business or family event.

Join a Zoo naturalist for a guided hike on one of the Zoo natural areas. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Registration is free.

A live Facebook series with fun, educational presentations about animals and nature every Wednesday at 10 a.m. EST.

Register for an exciting program to learn about Zoo jobs, offered to high school and college age students. 

Dig out your craft paper and glue. It is time to make something new. On Wednesdays, we will bring you a new craft or activity inspired by Zoo EDventures. Watch the live episodes on Facebook and then make the craft.

Want some ideas of fun outdoor activities to do with your family or friends? Explore our list of nature play activities.

Join Rob Nelson from Untamed Science as he learns more about the North Carolina Zoo in this video series.

Looking for fun new activities for your family? Our Wild About Nature gives you the tools to make nature play.

Are you missing your North Carolina Zoo fieldtrip this year? Don't worry we are bringing many of our education programs right into your home.

Come explore the scientific world with us. We will present a new science experiment you can try at home. We will have lots of fun and you may even learn something.