·FAMILY CLASSES

 

These programs are designed for families with children ages 4 and older, unless otherwise noted. When applicable, programs will include live plant or animal encounters and/or tours.

A discounted rate is available for members of Como Friends.
For more information on Como Friends memberships,
call (651) 487-8229 or click here.

Are you a Como Friends 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.

FALL 2009
FAMILY CLASSES

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STRIPES & SPLOTCHES: ZEBRAS & GIRAFFES
Why do the zookeepers enjoy taking care of the giraffes?  Because a little food goes a LONG way!  Journey to the African savanna to explore the world of zebras and giraffes while we meet their zookeeper, get a behind-the-scenes tour of the African Hoofed Stock Building, hear some African legends and make a stripy or splotchy craft.

BIG CAT BREAKFAST
Have you ever made breakfast for a tiger? Learn about different types of big cats by preparing their breakfast, observing different adaptations and behaviors, investigating cat artifacts, and discussing world-wide conservation efforts. This class is sure to be a roarin’ good time for the whole family.

F268-1 Saturday, September 12 8:00a-10:00a $15/person

F268-2 Saturday, December 19 8:30a-10:30a $15

      
     

PRIMATE POTLUCK
Do you know the difference between a monkey and an ape? Swing on over for this popular class as we have a morning of fun! We will prepare breakfast for our primates and watch them enjoy the treats. Then, we will learn to observe and interpret some natural primate behaviors.

SPLASH! SEALS & SEA LIONS
Have you ever wanted to work with marine mammals? Discover the training techniques our zookeepers use to help keep the animals healthy. Meet Sparky and friends as we explore the world of pinnipeds and the people who work with them.

 

ZOO SNOOZE - Family Overnight Adventure
SUNDOWN SAFARI! -NEW

Want to snooze at the zoo? Take an adventure your family will not soon forget… travel around the world at the zoo and conservatory in just one night! Challenge your family as you work to solve the Great Sundown Safari Mystery while visiting every continent to meet plants and animals. Earn your stripes as you encounter fun family challenges and end your journey with a special, early-morning animal enrichment. Note: This class is appropriate for families with children ages 5 and older.

 

NATURAL PLANT DYES – NEW!
The art of making natural plant dyes dates back for centuries and through many cultures. We'll use natural dye baths to color fibers and fabrics, experiment with different mordants, try our hand at leaf pounding and more. NOTE: This class is appropriate for families with children ages 6 and older. Please dress accordingly as dyes will stain clothing.

 

NIGHT OUT WITH THE WOLVES
Enjoy an evening adventure hanging out with Como's wolf residents as we do wolf projects and have storytelling by the bonfire. Learn how wolves hunt, interpret wolf social behavior, and discuss some of the controversy surrounding wolves in the wild. It will be a howling good time for you and your pack.

 

HANGIN’ WITH THE BATS
Did you know that some bats eat fruit while others eat insects? Or that without bats there would not be bananas, cashews or many other foods we eat? Explore these diverse creatures of the night as we do bat activities, meet Como Zoo’s bats, dress in a bat costume, and learn how bat research is helping to develop medications.

 

SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO?
As the snow begins to fall do you ever wonder where all the animals are? Join us as we investigate the many choices animals make to survive - a frigid winter or a long vacation in the sun? Meet some Minnesota animals and discover how they cope with the cold.

 

MM...MM...CHOCOLATE
Tour the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory to learn about chocolate’s plant partners. Touch, taste, sip and smell your way through the “Family Food” game and use cacao, bananas, cherries, macadamia nuts and more to make chocolate candy. It will be mm…mm…delicious!

 

HOLIDAY PLANT PAPER
Celebrate the holidays at the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. View our holiday plant display, meet a gardener, and then use plant materials (cotton, turmeric, cinnamon, leaves and even petals) to make paper. This course is just right for the holidays!
F276 Sunday, December 13 1:00p-3:00p

 

 

 

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