Wild about wildlife? A variety of programs are available for youth to connect with wildlife and other wildlife enthusiasts.
NATURE EXPLORERS and JUNIOR NATURALISTS
Learn about the natural world through engaging hands on activities, interactions with live animals, and exploration of Knoxville’s premiere zoological facility.
- Most programs meet requirements for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and/or American Heritage Girls.
- Advance registration required
- Ages 8 to 14
- April through October
- Non-passholders: $15 child; $15 adult (includes admission to the zoo, which is required to attend the program or to drop off and pick up your child)
- Passholders and Circle of Friends members: $7 child, $3 adult.
- Length: 2 hours
PRIVATE PROGRAMS
Private youth programs are available for all groups. We can also help you meet your badge or patch requirements for Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and American Heritage Girls. Groups of 5 or more youth participants can schedule their own private workshops with special topics and dates.
- Advance registration required
- Ages Kindergarten and up.
- Year-round
- $15 per person
- 1-1/2 to 2 hours
SERVICE PROJECTS
Service projects for Eagle Scout and Gold Award are available on an individual basis. Contact zkcommunity@zooknoxville.org or 865-637-5331 x1361 for details.
NIGHT SAFARIS
Take in the sights and sounds after the sun goes down, and learn about our residents nocturnal activities. Night safaris are a great activity for scout groups!
BEDTIME WITH THE BEASTS
One of the wildest ways to experience the zoo, Bedtime with the Beasts is the chance to have an overnight adventure.
Contact us today at zkcommunity@zooknoxville.org to learn more about these programs or to request a service project.