Stroller Safari
Pack up the stroller and bring your walking shoes and bring your little one on an early learning adventure as we stroll through the Zoo. This class is designed for one adult and children 0-2 years of age. Make new friends while you visit animal exhibits, listen to a story and learn new things too!
Class Fee $10 - One adult is required to attend and is included in the program fee
March 1 - Animal Homes 1:00-1:30 PM
April 5 - Penguin Pals 1:00-1:30
May 3 - Oh Baby 1:00-1:30
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Early Explorers
Early Explorers is an early childhood program designed for one adult and children 2–3-year-olds. Participants will listen to an animal themed story, visit animal exhibits, and create animal art using a various mediums.
Class Fee $15 - One adult is required to attend and is included in the program fee.
March 8 - Animal Sounds 1:00-1:45
April 12 - Froggy Fun 1:00-1:45
May 10 - Gigantic Gorillas 1:00-1:45
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Preschool Pals
Join our Preschool Pals Class for an interactive educational experience designed for preschool-aged children! These themed programs created for children ages 3-5 include: stories, crafts, and visits from an animal ambassadors. One adult is required to attend with each child.
Class Fee $20 - One adult is required to attend and is included in the program fee
March 5 - Animal Noses 10-11:00
March 22 - Animal Noses 1:00-2:00
April 19 - Terrific Turtles 1:00-2:00
May 7 - Armadillo Rodeo 10:00-11:00
May 17 - Gorillas 1:00-2:00
June 4 - “Animal Snacks” Penguins 10:00-11:00
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Class Fee $20
March 12 - Amazing Amphibians 10:00-11:00
May 14 - Penguin Pals 10:00-11:00
June 11 - Amazing Oceans 10:00-11:00
Animal Snacks
Animal Snacks class is a program where we will make an animal themed snack, learn facts about what various animals eat, and explore exhibits throughout the Zoo.
June 25 - "Animal Snacks” Penguins 10:00-11:00
July 16 - “Animal Snacks” Monkey 10:00-11:00
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Class Fee $20
March 19 - Conservation Heroes 10am-11am
May 21 - Baby Animals 10am-11:00am
July 30 - Ocean Conservation 10am-11am
Marine Scientists Classes
Life under water is amazing. Discover the countless creatures that call the water their home and meet a few of our very own water-loving animal crew members.
February 19th - Marine Scientist-Sharks and Rays 9am-12pm
February 26th - Marine Scientist-Coral Reef Expedition 9am-12pm
March 5th - Marine Scientist Mammals 9am-12pm
March 12th - Marine Scientist-Aquatic Birds 9am-12pm
March 19th - Marine Scientist-Diving into the Deep 9am-12pm
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Class Fee $22
March 26 - Conservation Heroes Class 10am-11am
May 28 - Discovering the Desert 10am-11am
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Family Classes
Family classes are geared towards parents and children 3-8. We will read a story, create enrichment for the animals, visit exhibits and learn some interesting facts.
Class Fee $15 - Any adults and children over the age of 2 must register
May 28 - Zoo Mothers 10am-11:30am
July 23 - Celebrate Stripes 10am-11:30am
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Storytime/Playgroup
Come on down to the zoo and meet new friends, listen to a story, play with awesome toys, and learn the benefits of play for children. One adult is required with each child. This program is designed for children 3 and under.
Class Fee $15 - One adult is required to attend and is included in the program fee
March 29 - My heart is like a Zoo 1pm-2pm
April 26 - Good night, Zoo 1pm-2pm
May 24 - Dear Zoo 1pm-2pm
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Photo by Mike Benkis
May 21st 8-10 am - Endangered Species Photography Class
There are over 41,400 species listed on the IUCN Red List, with the number growing every day. Help us celebrate Endangered Species Month by highlighting the beauty of endangered species through photography. Our Zoo is home to many different endangered animals from the African Elephant to the Salt Creek Tiger Beetle. As part of this experience you will take a tour through our Center for Conservation research and learn about how the Omaha Zoo aids in the survival of endangered species. The first hour of this class will be before general admission hours to ensure a private viewing of our exhibits. Space is limited and registration is required.
Date: Saturday, 5/21/22
Cost: $40 per person
This class will be taught by the talented Mike Benkis who will teach you how best to photograph these amazing animals. For more information about your instructor see below.
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Photo by Mike Benkis
June 4 & June 5 8:00-10:00 am - Master Photography Class (Adult Class - 18 yrs and older)
Join us for a 2-day workshop where guests can learn from our Wildlife Photographer at the Zoo. The first day will be spent going over technical photography considerations, shooting lineups, thought processing for taking pictures of wildlife, stills, and outside elements. Day two will be for guests to bring their pictures in for feedback and live post processing of some of the images. We will be demonstrating how Mike turns some of his images he takes into a fine art pieces.
Date: Saturday, June 4 & Sunday, June 5 8:00 am to 10:00 am
Cost: $150.00 per person
This class will be taught by the talented Mike Benkis who will teach you how best to photograph these amazing animals. For more information about your instructor see below.
**Photography Classes also available at Wildlife Safari Park in Ashland, NE. Check out available
photography classes.
Photographer - Mike Benkis
Mike is a Nebraska native that started in Wildlife photography back in 2014 and has had his work published by the Omaha World Herald, Nebraskaland Magazine, Omaha Audubon Society, Nebraska Games and Parks, and various other publications. He has always been passionate about wildlife, especially birds. A clean, bold, dramatic, artistic photographic style has become the hallmark of his work.