Homeschool Day- Gopher Tortoise Day

Overview

Join us for Homeschool Day in the Zoo on Wednesday, April 16 from 10a-1p! We'll be "shellebrating" Gopher Tortoise Day and highlighting the importance of this native keystone species and its role in the ecosystems it inhabits. We'll have field experts and research scientists joining us, educational programs, activity stations, animal meet & greets, crafts, and more!

Zoo Chats:

• Gopher Tortoise Feeding at 10:30 am

• Sulcata Chat and Feeding at 11 am ($3 per person)

• Aldabra Chat at 11:30 am

• Gopher Tortoise Walk (visit at burrow) at 12 pm

• Tortoise Paintings in Zoo Plaza at 12:30 pm

Activities are free with Event admission, $12.50 adult, and $8 children (4-12 yrs). Admission is free for Chehaw members.