Close Encounters
Horse Trainer for a Day
Come experience being a horse trainer and keeper. Learn what it takes to be a horse trainer and keeper in this two hour program. Your group will do everything from walking and training our horses to feeding and grooming them. Plus you will each get a one-of-a-kind t-shirt painted by our Shetland pony!
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Horse Trainer For A Day - Cost | |
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Members:
$100 for first person
$25 for each additional person
$35 Cancellation fee |
Non-members:
$125 for first person
$30 for each additional person
$35 Cancellation fee |
For more information, please call (305) 255-5551
Registration Information
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Completed Registration form must be submitted with payment by fax, mail or email. Make checks payable to Zoological Society of FL (or ZSF).
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Mail: Chilren's Zoo
Zoological Society of Florida 12400 SW 152 ST Miami, FL 33177 Fax: 305-255-7126 |
Zookeeper for a Day
Spend a full day working alongside zookeepers as they care for the animals at Zoo Miami. Assist with feeding and exhibit maintenance, and learn how they identify and evaluate their animals everyday. Participants will gain an understanding and appreciation of the world's wildlife and the role Zoo Miami plays in efforts to conserve it.
Participant must be at least 18 years of age to participate.
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Zookeeper For A Day - Availability & Cost | |
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| Offered Saturdays and Sundays 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
$147 (plus tax) includes lunch and a Zookeeper t-shirt. |
Advance notice required. For reservations, call the Group Sales Department at (305) 251-0400, ext. 84940.
Animal Painting Experience
Would you like to help create a one-of-a kind painting done by one of the animals from Zoo Miami’s Children Zoo? You will be able to select the colors used, have a private animal encounter, and receive a take home photo of the animal you choose.
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Animal Painting Experience - Cost | |
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Ferret:
$15 - 5 x 7 canvas
$25 - 8 x 10 canvas
$5 Photo CD |
Horse:
$30 - 8 x 10 canvas
$40 - 12 x 12 canvas $5 Photo CD |
For more information, please call (305) 255-5551
Registration Information
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Completed Registration form must be submitted with payment by fax, mail or email. Make checks payable to Zoological Society of FL (or ZSF).
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Mail: Children's Zoo
Zoological Society of Florida 12400 SW 152 ST Miami, FL 33177 Fax: 305-255-7126 |
Overnights (Zoo-inns)
Select Fridays and Saturdays
7:00 PM - 9:00 AM
7:00 PM - 9:00 AM
Bring your scout group, school group, or just a group of your friends for an unforgettable adventure as you spend the night at the Zoo! In this popular sleepover program, you’ll have a personalized behind-the-scenes walking tour of selected Zoo exhibits, sleep in an air-conditioned building, and enjoy a special morning activity.
Zoo Inns are available for adults and children at least six years of age and will include an evening snack, a light breakfast and souvenir. Program varies according to animal availability and participants need to bring their sleeping bags and gear.
Zoo Inns are available for adults and children at least six years of age and will include an evening snack, a light breakfast and souvenir. Program varies according to animal availability and participants need to bring their sleeping bags and gear.
Overnight Fees
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Group Size (minimum of 15 people) |
Non-Member Rate (per person) |
Members Rate (per person) |
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15 - 35 people: |
$53.00 | $48.00 |
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36 - 50 people: |
$50.00 | $45.00 |
