Wild Family Workshops

February 11, 2023: The Snuggle is Real

Come spend some koala-ty time with your family at this Valentine's day Wild Family Workshop. We will spend this workshop talking about the snuggliest animals that call the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens home.  Are otters as friendly as they are cute? Why are those lemurs making so much noise? Can our stingrays sting you? Find out the answers to these questions and more! Plus, we'll meet some of the cutest and cuddliest animal ambassadors. 

*Although this workshop will have you spending koala-ty time with your family, please note Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens does not have any resident koalas. We will still see some other very cute and snuggly animals that call Zoo home.

March 11, 2023: Where the Sidewalk Ends

There once was a poet named Shel

Whose poetry books sold quite well

You can come to the Zoo

For limericks and haikus

And have your own story to tell

Join us for fun with poetry, crafts, and more as we go out and explore!

April 8, 2023: April Showers Bring May Flowers 

Oh snapdragon! This month we're emphasizing the "gardens" part of Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. During this workshop we will learn about the ins and outs of plants and gardening. First we'll stroll through all of our amazing gardens to find out about some of the fun and unique plants we have here at the Zoo. We'll spend some "thyme" discovering and learning about the most popular plants native to Florida and our area. A little gardening of our own and a visit from some garden friendly animal ambassadors will leaf you feeling so fresh and so green.

• Registration for all programs will be processed online on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Please write down the dates/times you choose during registration as the confirmation may not indicate your specific selections after completing your registration.
• There will be no refunds for any registrations. Please ensure that you have selected your correct day and time. We can not accommodate date changes. 

Due to the overwhelming popularity of our Early Childhood programs, we do keep waiting lists when classes fill. If a desired program is not visible on the registration site, please assume that the date is filled to capacity. To be added to the wait list of an Early Childhood program, contact the Education department directly by call 904-757-4463, ext. 388 or by filling out the form below. 

Due to the high demand for our Early Childhood programs, date changes are not permitted. Cancellations must be received in writing by email or fax. No refunds will be issued for cancellations or missed programs.

By enrolling in our programming, you authorize any emergency medical treatment and allow Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to use your and/or your child's image for promotional and news purposes.