EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Helping local communities connect to nature through educational programming and grants, raising the next generation of wildlife warriors...

programs we offer…

Animal Ark is proud to offer educational resources to our local Washoe County Schools, including educational videos, field trips, and more!

Our Educational program is an important part of our mission and our passion.

Educational outreach is handled by our Education Manager.

Field trip prices are applicable to accredited schools, charter schools, and home schools. If you have questions about group rates please contact our Education Manager.

They can be reached by emailing animalarkedu@gmail.com.

If you are looking for more information on our new initiative, “Animal Ark: Coming to the Classroom,” please contact nbandersonnv@att.net.

  • Come explore all Animal Ark has to offer with your group! Our staff and volunteers will provide an educational, guided tour of the facility, teaching you about each of our animal residents, and their unique stories. These tours are an intimate and personal look at our mission at Animal Ark and will be sure to engage your wild side! Tours are 45 mintues to an hour in length. We have picnic tables and a play area for use, as well as restrooms.

    Pricing:

    Educational Group: $6 per Child and $8 per Adult

    NOTE: If you are a Title 1 or Redfield Recognized School the pricing is $4 per Child and $8 per Adult

    To book an educational program, see the booking page, or email animalarkedu@gmail.com

  • Enjoy the world of Animal Ark, right at your computer! With Online Ark Encounters, theres a whole world to explore… This is a 45+ minute program hosted on Zoom with educational items and live animal encounters. Perfect for school groups, community groups, and more!

    Pricing:

    $100 for a 45 minute online program, featuring one or more animal guest.

    To book an educational program, see the booking page, or email animalarkedu@gmail.com!

  • Bring Animal Ark to you!

    Enjoy a 45+ minute program at your location, in the classroom or at your program site! Presentation includes live animal(s), replica skulls, and other education items for your learning. Perfect for school groups, community groups, and more!

    Pricing:

    $200 for 45+ minute program featuring one or more animal guests.

    To book an educational program, see the booking page, or email animalarkedu@gmail.com!

  • With “Animal Ark: Coming to the Classroom,” elementary schools can arrange an in-person, interactive presentation, free of charge, without the hassle and expense of arranging a bus, paying for a field trip, or making up missed instructional time.  Information about the sanctuary, its animals, and the animal species will be covered, and opportunities for other presentations, field trips, or family visits will be provided.

    As a bonus, one free VIP pass will be raffled off at the end of each presentation.

    Please contact our coordinator Nancy directly with any questions or scheduling requests: nbandersonnv@att.net

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