Discovery Series
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Avoid the crowds and join us for a relaxing
program as we explore the wonders of the
natural world in beautiful settings within the Marjorie mcNeely Conservatory and Como Zoo during non-public hours! Morning programs include a continental breakfast and evening programs include a light snack.
Discounted rates are available for Society members. For more information on Como Zoo and Conservatory Society memberships, call (651) 487-8229 or click here.
Are you a Como Zoo and Conservatory Society Member and want to register online? Call 651-487-8272 for special instructions.
For more information, please contact Como Education by calling
651-487-8272 or emailing us at comoeducation@ci.stpaul.mn.us.
2008 Spring/Summer Classes
SEALS AND SEA LIONS
Did you know that Sparky, Como’s famous sea lion, knows how to recycle? Visit Como keepers and their pinniped friends as we explore the world of marine mammals and marine mammal training.
DS254-1
Saturday, May 3
8:30 am - 9:30 am
$12/person
DS254-2
Tuesday, May 6
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
$12/person
PRIMATE ENRICHMENT
Swing on over to Como to discover primates on the go in this hands-on class! Enjoy breakfast as we prepare enrichment for the apes and monkeys. Learn about the individual characteristics that each primate uses to forage, travel and communicate, then take home some conservation tips to help primates around the world.
DS255
Saturday, June 7
8:30 am - 10:00 am
$12/person
EXPLORING THE JAPANESE GARDEN
From zig-zag paths and lucky fish to bottomless seas and whispering pines, a Japanese Garden is full of symbolism and legends. Meet a gardener and discover the story of Como's Ordway Memorial Japanese Garden while enjoying green tea near the viewing stone.
DS256-1
Saturday, July 12
8:30 am - 9:30 am
$12/person
DS256-2
Tuesday, July 15
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
$12/person
WATER GARDENS - NEW!
Water gardening is the hottest Minnesota gardening trend. Do you have burning questions about the beautiful water gardens at Como? Explore the basics of wate gardens while we meet a gardener, taste some water garden edibles, reveal stories behind our amazing water plants and learn about some valuable local water gardening resources.
DS257-1
Saturday, August 2
8:30 am - 9:30 am
$12/person
DS257-2
Wednesday, August 6
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
$12/person
BUTERFLY CONSERVATION - NEW!
Butterflies and moths spark our imaginations with seemingly carefree flight, miraculous metamorphosis and wondrous beauty. Meet a butterfly expert, wander through the butterfly gardens without the crowds, and get a unique hands-on opportunity to tag Monarchs just before they migrate to Mexico for the winter! Plus, learn how Como is working to conserve locally threatened butterflies and discover how you can help.
DS258-1
Saturday, September 6
8:30 am - 9:45 am
$12/person
DS258-2
Monday, September 8
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
$12/person
Thanks for visiting us!
