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Holiday Paint & Plant
Field Trip Package

This field trip program is available on the following dates:

Nov. 18-Nov. 22

Nov. 25-Nov. 29

Dec. 2-Dec. 6


Not available on weekends and holidays.

What's included....

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Greenhouse Talk

View one of our growing areas to investigate the basic needs of plants. Our staff will discuss how different varieties of plants have adapted to grow in their natural habitats which can often affect their physical characteristics and growth habits. Hear a brief explanation about how a greenhouse structure provides an ideal habitat for plants that would otherwise be impacted throughout the changing seasons in Southwestern Ontario. 

Approx. 5-10 minutes

lots of plants

Clay Pot Painting &

Plant Transplanting 

During this hands-on activity, students will get creative by painting their very own clay pot in festive holiday colours. Once their pots are vibrant and ready, our knowledgeable staff will guide them step by step in transplanting a 2.5" poinsettia into their beautifully painted creations.

 

To add a special finishing touch, students will top off their mini arrangement with coloured gravel.

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And of course, we’ll make sure they’re set up for success at home! Students will receive essential care tips to help their poinsettia thrive long after the activity is over.

Approx. 30-45 minutes

Poinsettia

Petting Farm Fun

Animal Enrichment Activity: Our zookeepers will explain the purpose of habitat enrichment for animals. Students will be presented with options for animal enrichment. After a quick vote, students will get to see their selected activity implemented in a habitat.

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Scavenger Hunt: During this self-guided activity, students can observe different types of animals and compare their physical characteristics. 

 

Meet & Greet: Enjoy a visit with one of our zookeepers and an animal friend during a 10 minute meet & greet. 

zookeeper holding a bearded dragon

Approx. 45 minutes

Outdoor exhibits close from Nov. to early Spring.

Holiday Clay Pot Painting & Planting Field Trip Package Pricing

Classes of 19 or fewer students: Flat Fee Pricing $168.15+tax 

Classes of 20 or more students: $8.85+tax per student 
Teachers/Chaperones: FREE admission to activity areas.

*If chaperones or staff would like to participate in the planting activity, they can be added to the invoice for $8.85+tax/person.

Add-On Options

Donut & Peach Drink

One donut and one cup of peach drink:

$2.00 per person

Mini Golf

1 Round:

$2.21 per person

(2.50 taxes included)

Available for teachers, chaperones and students. Numbers must be confirmed during the booking process prior to your arrival.

Production tour

A Trip to Remember

lemurs sitting on stone platform
donuts being made
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