We are “wild” about schools!EXCLUSIVE SCHOOL GROUP RESERVATIONS NOW AVAILABLE FOR THURSDAYS IN APRIL AND MAY!

The Jackson Zoo Education Department is happy to offer reservations for schools and educators for school trips on Thursdays during the months of April and May! (See form below for specific dates.) We know that during the pandemic, many avenues for learning have been curtailed, and field trips have not been possible. However, the zoo benefits from being an outdoor facility, and at this time, we can offer exclusive hours to groups on certain days that make working within CDC safety guidelines a lot easier.

The zoo will be closed to the public on these days, but students can enjoy visiting the park with their school friends at discounted rates. They can view the animals, ride the Endangered Species Carousel ($1), and even purchase treats from Hot Diggity Dog, Dippin Dots and Brick Street Pops between 9 am and 3 pm on their selected day.

Even though the inside experiences like the Aquatics building and Backyard Creatures are still closed due to the pandemic, there is still plenty to see in the fresh air, creating a nice change from either in-school or virtual learning patterns. Students will see Eko the Sumatran tiger, KD Knox the Reticulated giraffe, Big Mike the Southern White rhino, Petal and Enzi the Grevy’s zebras, Mojo the Chimp, and more!

THINGS TO KNOW:

Visits are by reservation only, allowing us to follow COVID-19 guidelines and capacity restrictions.
All reservations are on a first come, first served basis.
Groups of 200 or more can ask for a day exclusive to their school.
Students will be admitted for only $3 each.
There needs to be at least one adult aged 18 or older per every 10 students. The class teachers and bus drivers are free, and any additional chaperones are only $4 each.
Rides on the Endangered Species Carousel are only $1 each. (Unfortunately, the Livingston Train is not currently on property due to COVID-19.)
With advance notice, Hot Diggity Dog will offer a hot dog combo with chips and a drink for $5; nachos for $6, and Dippin Dots and Brick Street Pops are $4 each.

**PLEASE NOTE that masks are still required for all staff and guests per the City of Jackson Mask Mandate and the Sixth Amended Stay Safe Jackson Executive Order. Until all humans are vaccinated and coronavirus cases drop significantly, we MUST protect the health of our staff and animals by wearing masks and following all CDC guidelines for stopping the spread of viruses. (Playgrounds and indoor exhibits are still not accessible due to COVID-19.)

PLEASE FILL OUT THE FORM AND START THE RESERVATION PROCESS.

School Name *

School District *

School Mailing Address Street, City, Zipcode *

School Primary Phone *

School Contact Name *

First

Last

School Contact Email *

Confirm Email

School Contact Phone *

Teacher Name (If Different from Contact)

First

Last

Teacher Phone (If Different from Contact)

Teacher Email (If Different from Contact)

Confirm Email

Class Grade *

Projected Thursday for Arrival - Choose one *

You will be contacted by a JZ Staff member if you want to discuss a large group reservation.

# of Students $3.00 each *

# of Chaperones $4.00 each - (0 if none) *

There must be one adult chaperone 18 years old or up per every 10 students. (One teacher per class and bus drivers are free of charge.)

# of Teachers and Bus Drivers Expected *

# Carousel Rides $1.00 each (0 if none) *

Estimated Admission Cost *

We will be paying by (choose one): *

My purchase order number (if applicable)

An invoice will be sent to the contact email.

Lunch Options (choose one) *

Hot Diggity Dog will have hot dogs, chips, and a bottled drink for $5; nachos are $6; Dippin Dots and Brick St Pops are $4 each. Pepsi machines are also on site.

If utilizing Hot Diggity Dog, how will you purchase?

I would like to include the treats in my admission total
Each child will pay their own
I would like to work directly with the vendor

You will be contacted via phone or email if you would like to add the cost of treats to your total or if you would like to contact vendor directly. Please remember that no outside food are allowed inside the zoo unless for guests with specific dietary needs.

Please call 601-352-2580 ext 245 for details or EMAIL HERE.

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We are “wild” about schools!EXCLUSIVE SCHOOL GROUP RESERVATIONS NOW AVAILABLE FOR THURSDAYS IN APRIL AND MAY!