The Details

• Wild Encounters are offered on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
• Packages/pricing is valid for up to 3 participants (additional 1 or 2 participants can be added for $25.00 per person)
• All participants must be 7 years or older. Participants under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult
• Zoo admission is included in the package (if zoo is closed, participants will receive complimentary admission passes for a future date)
• Book at least 2 weeks in advance (popularity of program may push back availability – book early!)
• Ross Park Zoo members receive a $15.00 discount
• All participants will receive a waiver to read through and sign, with the understanding that if they do not follow instructions, they will be asked to leave the Wild Encounter
• Boots or sneakers are required
• An education staff member will greet participants and give an introduction to the animal as a species in general, including their native habitat, diets, and behaviors. At this time, experience procedures will be reviewed and the waiver should be signed.
• Participants will then meet the zookeeper assigned on the day of the program and begin their up-close animal experience.
• Education staff will be present during the entire Wild Encounter to capture the interactive experience, and participants will receive a photo emailed to them after the experience (not included in leopard encounter, no photos will be allowed during this experience).
• 10% of your Wild Encounter admission will be added to the Ross Park Zoo’s Global Conservation Fund for this year!