ZooMobile Programs

Sharing Our World and Northwest Wildlife Connection Zoomobiles

A Zoomobile presentation by trained zoo volunteers using live animals provides an exciting learning experience for Pre-K through second grade students. The program also provides teachers with curriculum and materials for student activities. Up to six classrooms can receive the program on the day of the school visit.

Head Start Zoomobile

Oregon Zoo is excited about a collaboration between Zoo Volunteers and Head Start Teachers made possible by grants. The program is currently available only to Portland Public Schools and Economic Opportunity Committee of Clark County Head Start Centers. A Head Start presentation by trained zoo volunteers using live animals provides an exciting learning experience for Head Start students. The program also provides teachers with curriculum and materials for student activities.

Nursing Home Zoomobile

Oregon Zoo is pleased to provide a Zoomobile for senior citizens who reside in licensed nursing home facilities. The Nursing Home Zoomobile is available from October through May and is free of charge. Reservations for the program begin in October and fill quickly. If you would like to book a Zoomobile visit or be added to our mailing list, please call the Zoo Education Registrar at (503)220-2781 or e-mail to .

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