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Career And Animal Science Workshop at the Brandywine Zoo
09/24/2016 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
$10
$10/non-member; $8/DZS member. Geared toward teens and preteens interested in learning about and/or working with animals; participants under the age of 16 must complete and return an Emergency Contact and Release form. Get the form and more info here.
Classes begin at the Education Building.
Saturday, September 24
Working with Exotic Birds
Birds can be friendly or temperamental, delicate or hardy. Discover the ‘nitty gritty’ details of working with a variety of birds, from raptors and rheas to macaws!
Saturday, October 15
Zookeeping 101
Explore job basics, from husbandry to vet care to animal training. We’ll discuss what programs to study in school and answer questions about colleges, courses, volunteering, interning and other ways to get into the field.
Saturday, November 19
Caring for Your Pets At Home like a Keeper
Dogs, cats, hamsters, turtles or fish… Just like exotic animals, each pet has its own specific needs and care requirements. We’ll discuss some basic considerations for your pets at home so you can be the best at-home zoo keeper!
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