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Our standard education programs for the public are as follows... Monday through Friday 3:00 PM Public Amphitheater Program Public Amphitheater Program Saturdays 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM Mondays 4:00 PM Crocodile and Alligator Feeding Wednesdays 9:30 AM Story Time for Toddlers Thursdays 12:30 PM Owl Alcove Presentation Fridays 2:00 PM Snakes Alive! We request that organized groups make a reservation for programs rather than attend public programs. Please Review Our Extensive Array of Educational Programs and Special Events Below... |
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Nightwalks! Come join Busch Wildlife Sanctuary staff and find out about all the little things that “go bump in the night.” Enjoy a nocturnal animal presentation in our amphitheatre, followed by a walk along our nature trail, and end the evening with a campfire and s’mores. Nightwalks are held on the first Friday of the month, til further noticce. The evening begins at 7 PM and ends around 9 PM. Please call our office to pre-register: (561) 575-3399 The cost is: $6 for ages 13 and up $4 for 3 – 12 yr olds Free for children 2 and under
Junior Naturalist Program: Junior Naturalists will experience all facets of the Busch Wildlife Sanctuary from animal care and food preparation, to native plant gardening, learning about Florida's wildlife, presenting educational programs, working with wild animals, creating displays, and much more. The Junior Naturalists will spend most of their time outdoors, in a camp style atmosphere. Junior Naturalists must be between the ages of 9 and 14 old and pay associated dues of $75 per six week session to cover expenses of shirts, manuals, activity supplies, and other operational costs. Dues must be paid in full on the first day of each session. Please submit both completed pages below for consideration: Click Here to Download Page 1 of Junior Naturalist Application. Click Here to Download Page 2 of Junior Naturalist Application. Birthdays at Busch Wildlife: Celebrate your child's birthday in a unique way at the Busch Wildlife Sanctuary. Our shaded picnic area provides plenty of space for food, cake and games. A special Sanctuary tour and wildlife program in our Cypress Amphitheater will be provided for your child and guests. Our gift shop also offers favor bags with lots of goodies at a special price. Fee: $225 for venue rental, Sanctuary tour and program. Pavilion Rental, $50 addl. Outreach Programs: Bring the natural environment to your group. Our unique wildlife programs feature live animals including alligators, crocodiles, hawks, owls, snakes, skunks, opossums and more. The presentations focus on the natural history of the animals, while discussing Florida's ecology, food chains, endangered species, and urban wildlife. Fee; $250 and up based on location and length of program.
Take a walk with the wildlife for a guided tour of the Wildlife Sanctuary. A naturalist will lead your group along the nature trails as you visit a variety of habitats with native animals from bald eagles to Florida panthers. Your guide will educate your group about the natural history of Florida's wildlife. You'll learn about endangered species, predator/prey relationships and the need for conservation. This is a one-of-a-kind unique opportunity to meet Florida's native animals face to face and to have all your questions answered by a knowledgeable naturalist. Fee: $3.00 p/p w/$75 minimum Sanctuary Tour & Wildlife Program: Enjoy an up close and personal encounter with some of the Sanctuary's residents by combining a guided tour with an educational program in our Cypress Amphitheater. This program provides your group a hands-on experience while learning about Florida's mammals, birds and reptiles. Fee: $4.00 p/p w/$100 minimum |
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