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ProgramsPrograms Learn at the Zoo with spring and summer camps, or bring the Zoo to you in your home or classroom!
- Field Trips Come explore wildlife in nature's own classroom
- Zoo Camps Year-round camps for spring, summer, fall and winter breaks
- Zoo Krewe Volunteer program for teens, with hands-on training
- Safari Night Learn about the Zoo's animals on an overnight adventure
- Zoo & Me Morning Animal encounters and art projects for 3 to 5 year-olds
- Zoo Mobile Bring the Zoo to your classroom with educational visits
- Project Ark STEM education programs for EBR school grades 1-5
- Virtual Programs Educational videos and resources for offsite learning
- Educator's Guide
- Silent Auction Requests For qualifying non-profit organizations
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Support Get involved with the Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation by supporting the Zoo's major events, wildlife conservation efforts, volunteering, and more.- Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation 501(c)3 non-profit supporting the Zoo's major events
- Donate Make an immediate impact on the Zoo with a tax-deductible gift
- Wish List Purchase toys, treats and other fun items for animals
- Volunteering Fun, challenging, and rewarding opportunities
- Conservation Efforts Learn about the Zoo's conservation efforts and how you can help
- Sponsorship Current sponsor opportunities for the Zoo's programs & events
- Adopt an Animal Support BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo by "adopting an animal" at the zoo!
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Today's Hours 9:30am–5:00pm (Last Entry 4:00pm)
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Krewe de Zoo
BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo
Thursday, January 02, 2025
through Tuesday, March 4
9:30am–4:00pm
Join Krewe de Zoo at BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo, where animals can adopt YOU! Be part of their krewe by purchasing a Mardi Gras-themed hang tag featuring one of our zoo animals. Hang tags are just $1 for purple, $3 for green, and $5 for gold, and will be proudly displayed on our administration building windows. The celebration runs from January 2through Mardi Gras Day, and on that day, watch our animals enjoy special Mardi Gras-themed treats!
