Onsite Programs

The Tulsa Zoo is pleased to offer educational programs to schools and other related organizations. Programs for families and children should go to the Classes and Workshops section of the website.

To make the most of your zoo visit, we recommend you read Preparing Your Class For Their Zoo Visit.
Please note: Zoo visits (admission into the zoo) MUST be scheduled through Tulsa Zoo Friends admissions at 669-6609. You group’s admission to the zoo is separate from any programs or tours received within the zoo.

Classes
Zoo to You:
The Zoo to You program is available for students first grade through college. This program is designed to enhance the classroom curricula. Sessions are scheduled only October through April and include a live animal and hands-on biofacts (i.e. skeletons, skins, eggs, etc.). All programs can be tailored or modified to meet the specific needs of the class.

Topics include, but are not limited to:

Invertebrates, Mammals, Reptiles, Ecosystems, Rainforests, Prairies, Endangered Species, Predators, Bats, Adaptations and Zoo Careers. Click here for more class topics.

Live Animal Presentation:
Offered October 2 through March 31st, you may schedule a live animal presentation for your group. Reservations must be made at least 4 weeks in advance thorugh the education department.

Tours:
Tours are free of charge at this time but must be scheduled at least 4 weeks in advance through the education department. Call 669-6219.

School Groups:
Guided tours (1.5 hours) for 3rd grade through college classes can be scheduled June through March, weather permitting (no tours April or May). All school group tours can be modified to enhance specific study units, as well as the needs of the students.

4th Grade Environmental Education Program – Survival is the Name of the Game
Students are divided into groups and are guided by docents to four Ed-ZOO-cational stations. The goal of the 4th grade Environmental Education program is to help students to understand the following concepts: The natural world is made up of many “parts”, living and non-living that interact and are dependent on each other. The natural world, however, is always changing. Plants and animals respond to changes in their environment by adapting either with physical or behavioral changes.

Oklahoma Room/Nature's Attic Tours:
Teachers may reserve a tour of the Oklahoma Room and Nature's Attic for their groups. The Oklahoma Room has many biofacts and information about Oklahoma and is a great way to celebrate the Centennial! Reservations must be made at least 4 weeks in advance. Call the education department for details.

Scout Groups:
A “Zoo Trail” guided tour (1.5 hours) is designed specifically for Scouts and similar groups, with the exception of Tiger and Daisy Scouts. During the school year, these tours are scheduled ONLY on weekends, weather permitting. Throughout the remainder of the year, tours may be scheduled during any day of the week. For more scout programs, please click here.

Specialty Tours:
Adult groups and community organizations are encouraged to inquire about specialty tours adapted to the group.

The Nature Exchange also offers on-site educational opportunities.