Live Animal Presentations

DISCOVER BIRDS OUTREACH PROGRAMS For schools, libraries, scout/4H groups and community events.

Booking Information and Cost
The Oregon Zoo has a variety of birds, small mammals, reptiles and insects available to visit your school. Classroom presentations and full school assemblies are available.

Classroom size shows are available starting at $50. Assemblies are $250 for the first show (max 400 students) and $175 for each additional presentation at the same school on the same day. Travel costs will be added for schools outside a 100-mile radius from the Zoo.

For booking information or to book a presentation call 503-220-2781 or e-mail .

Assemblies
Assemblies are available October, November, March and April and need to be scheduled at least two weeks in advance

Current List of Assembly Presentations

Discover Birds! Assembly

This 40 minute exciting presentation features 6 birds. Students get a close experience with birds they would only be able to see from a distance in the wild. They will get a chance to see the birds up close and see them fly! Our birds are trained to perform natural behaviors and may fly right over their heads. Learn about natural history, conservation efforts and the important roles that birds of prey play in the wild. Birds in this program may include a falcon, hawk, owl, vulture and an eagle.
Audience: Show presentation can be for any age group. Limit of 400 people for one assembly. If group is larger, best to break into 2 assemblies.
Duration: ~40 minutes
Groups size: 400 maximum
Cost: $250 for one assembly, $425 for two on the same day.

Room: Presentations given in gyms, cafeterias, auditoriums or very large rooms. If rooms have windows, windows need to be covered or curtains closed.

Availability: Flighted shows are presented during October, November, March and April.

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Small Group or Classroom Presentations
We are available from October to April to visit your classrooms. Two-week notice is required. Our trained staff can bring birds, reptiles and insects to your classroom. These up close and personal presentations can be adapted to reinforce your classroom lessons.

Current List of Classroom Presentations Available

What is a Bird? NEW
Learn what makes a bird a bird! A fun slide presentation with lots of pictures illustrating what makes a bird different from other animals. Learn basic bird characteristics and what makes one bird different from another. After the presentation, see and touch feathers, eggs, etc. Finally, meet a live bird up close. Presentation is 40 minutes and can be geared for the age group.
Audience: Appropriate for K-3rd grade students.
Duration: ~40 minutes
Groups size: 35 maximum (one classroom)
Cost: $100 for one presentation, $60 for additional presentations on the same day &location. Availability: Available October-April.

Birds and Where the Live? NEW
Why do some birds live in a city and some live in a forest? This slide presentation uses pictures to illustrate where birds live, their habitats, and problems they face in the wild. Students learn how to become bird watchers, where to look for birds and how to identify them. After the presentation, meet a live bird up close. Presentation is 40 minutes and can be geared for the age group.
Audience: Appropriate for 3rd-6th grade level.
Duration: ~40 minutes
Groups size: 35 maximum (one classroom)
Cost: $100 for one presentation, $60 for additional presentations on the same day & location. Availability: Available October-April.

Birds of Prey NEW
What is a raptor? Slide presentation with lots pictures! Learn characteristics of hawks, owls, falcons, kites, vultures and eagles and how to recognize them in the wild. After the presentation, meet 2 birds of prey up close. Presentation is 40 minutes and can be geared for the age group.
Audience: Appropriate for 4th grade and older, including adults.
Duration: ~40 minutes
Groups size: 35 maximum (one classroom)
Cost: $100 for one presentation, $60 for additional presentations on the same day & location. Availability: Available October-April.

CALIFORNIA CONDORS- NEW!
Did you know California Condors once lived in Oregon? Slide presentation with lots of pictures. Discover the history of California Condors and why they became endangered. Learn about the California Condor Recovery Program, captive breeding and the role the Oregon Zoo is playing in the recovery program. Then meet one of the condors close relatives, the Turkey vulture. Presentation is 40 minutes and can be geared for the age group.
Audience: Appropriate for 7th grade and older, including presentations for adults.
Duration: ~40 minutes
Groups size: 35 maximum (one classroom)
Cost: $100 for one presentation, $60 for additional presentations on the same day & location. Availability: Available October-April.

LIVE ANIMAL PRESENTATION

Animals help children connect with nature. We can bring animals to your group to help make learning fun. Animals: Choose from birds, reptiles, insects or rats.
Audience: Presentation can be targeted to any age, but best for grades K-3. Limit of one classroom per presentation. Please do not combine classrooms.

Cost: $50 for one animal. Additional charge for more. Call for details.

Availability: Available October-April.

For more information or to book a program Call (503) 220-2781 or email: moddet@metro.dst.or.us 10/03

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Complete List of Animals available for presentations include:
(Every attempt will be made to accommodate requests, but availability is at the trainers discretion)

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