Fall Guide 2025

Zoo & Nature

Supervisor: Jules | (847) 551-4310 x5006 | judoni@dtpd.org

Educational Traveling Animal Ambassadors The Randall Oaks Zoo Traveling Animal Ambassadors come straight to your classroom. Our program is a fun and hands on educational experience for Preschool through High School students, and it’s tailored to your curriculum goals. View the program themes at https://www.dtpd.org/traveling-animals. Reservations Required • Fee: $185 per program • (847) 551-4310 School Groups Plan a field trip to the Randall Oaks Park and Zoo. Have a picnic in one of shelters or areas, visit with the animals, play on the playgrounds or use the open space areas for games. Reserva tions are required for groups of 20 or more. For more informa tion visit https://www.dtpd.org/group-visits. Centerville Schoolhouse Step back in time at the Centerville Schoolhouse and experience what school was like in the 1800s—history made fun! Reservations Required • Fee: $50 per tour (max of 30 people per tour) • (847) 551-4310 All Ages Enjoy the Zoo’s light display as we bring holiday cheer to the animals through songs and merriment. Afterward, we will warm up around the fire. Meet in front of the Treehouse Program Center. Age 2 and under are free. The fee is per person, and includes admission to Zoo. 48345-01 Dec. 13 Sa/5:00-6:00 pm $9(R)/$11(NR) ROZ 48345-02 Dec. 13 Sa/6:30-7:30 pm $9(R)/$11(NR) ROZ Winter Break Zoo Camp See Page 25 Family Camping Festival All Ages Make the most of summer with a fun campout! Bring your tent, sleeping bags, and dinner—we’ll handle the rest. Enjoy Zoo tours, a campfire with S’mores, and breakfast in the morning. Kids under 2 are free. Clean, lit restrooms are available all night. Registration required for all participants. 48341-01 Aug. 29-30 F,Sa/5:30 pm-10:00 am $14(R)/$17(NR) ROP 7-12 years Everyone loves pie! Make pies for the goats, camel, alpacas, sheep, cows, and pig with healthy foods and see how they enjoy your creations. We will “bake” first and then tour the Zoo to share the joy of the season. The fee includes a trip to Zoo. One parent is welcome to join free of charge. 48332-01 Nov. 15 Sa/9:30-10:30 am $12(R)/$14(NR) TCAP 48332-02 Nov. 15 Sa/11:30 am-12:30 pm $12(R)/$14(NR) )TCAP Thanksgiving Pies Caroling to the Animals

Support

Download the Animal Sponsorship Form @ https://www.dtpd.org/become-a-sponsor View the available animals and sponsorship perks online! Sponsor an Animal Valid for 12 months from purchase. Our animals call Randall Oaks Zoo their forever home. Your sponsorship helps our staff provide expert care year-round. Be a part of the holiday magic while helping out the Zoo! Decorate a sponsor tree! Showcase your business, group or organization by sponsoring a holiday tree during Winterfest. Sponsorship Deadline: Friday, November 21 | Sponsorship Fee: $100 All Holiday Tree Sponsors Receive • Tree Decorating with free visit to the Zoo • Saturday, November 29 and Sunday, November 30 Look for details on www.dtpd.org or call Jules at (847) 551-4310 X 5006 or email judoni@dtpd.org. All profits go to the animals and aid our ongoing mission of conservation and education. Sponsor a Scarecrow During Randall Oaks Zoo Fall Festival September 27-November 2 Gather your family, friends, or business associates for the Great Scarecrow Build on Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21. Entry Deadline: Tuesday, September 16 | Sponsorship Fee: $50 All Scarecrow Sponsors Receive • One Scarecrow frame to dress and decorate. Bring clothes and any extras you want to add! • A sign featuring your group’s name will be placed next to your Scarecrow. • Recognition in the Zoo newsletter and on the Randall Oaks Zoo Facebook page. Sponsor a Holiday Tree During Randall Oaks Zoo Winterfest December 6-21

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Become a Volunteer @ https://www.dtpd.org/volunteer-at-the-zoo