Offsite Programming

We'll Bring The Wildlife To You!

Interested in an assembly program that will keep your students on the edges of their seats? Or a unique presentation for your club or community group? An outreach program from the Wildlife Science Center is your answer.

Invite our animals to your school or event! WSC staff travel around Minnesota providing a unique educational experience. Our hour-long programs are packed with age-appropriate information that is both educational and entertaining. All outreach programs include a wildlife education specialist, live animals, and a variety of hands-on props and activities that make this program a complete educational experience that meets MN science standards.

Assembly-Style Programs

Wolves and Wildlife

Wolves have held the attention of humans throughout history, both feared and revered. Walk through the natural history of this keystone predator, the ecology, biology and fascinating behavior that keeps wolves alive. The focus then shifts to the other wildlife that live in Minnesota. Learn about the amazing adaptations of black bears, coyotes, foxes, skunks, bobcats, and other native wildlife. Topics covered include color variations, food and prey selection, carnivore vs. herbivore vs omnivore, predator vs prey, diurnal vs nocturnal vs crepuscular plus other wildlife topics.

Pricing: $175.00 + mileage* - No live animals

Owls

When daylight ends, some of nature’s most fascinating predators become active. Often heard, seldom seen, owls rule the night sky. Meet some of Minnesota's most amazing raptors during a STEM based program at the Wildlife Science Center or at your location. Learn about the amazing adaptations these nocturnal birds of prey rely on to find prey, hide, defend territory, and take care of their young. Touch the collection of raptor and other wildlife artifacts to find out first hand why birds can fly and we cannot.

Pricing: 2 live birds - $225.00 + mileage*

3 live birds - $250.00 + mileage*

Minnesota Raptors

With hooked beaks, excellent eyesight, sharp talons, and strong legs and feet, raptors rule the sky. Meet some of Minnesota’s most amazing birds of prey during a Wildlife Science Center presentation including live hawks and owls. Learn about the amazing adaptations Minnesota’s raptors rely on to find prey, hide, defend territory, and take care of their young. Touch the collection of raptor and other wildlife artifacts to find out first hand why birds can fly and we cannot.

Pricing: 2 live birds - $225.00 + mileage*

3 live birds - $250.00 + mileage*

Unlovable Animals

Some Minnesota animals have reputations they do not deserve. This program investigates why some animals are considered “unlovable,” and includes a live snake, spider, salamander, and owl. The live animals and artifacts introduce the natural history of these “unlikeable” animals focusing on identification, adaptations, and behavior.

Pricing: $250.00 + mileage*

Cold Blooded Creatures

Take an eye-opening look into the world of reptiles, amphibians, and spiders and the important role they play in our lives. Discover how these animals live, find food, avoid predators, and survive the four seasons in Minnesota. Reptiles, amphibians, and spiders inspire fascination and feelings in a way that no other type of animal can. The more you learn about snakes the more you learn they are incredible creatures worthy of our respect and protection - and animals that we can learn to live with

Pricing: Contact the Wildlife Science Center

*Mileage: Standard IRS mileage rates. Programs over 50 miles from the WSC will incur an additional fee

Scheduling an outreach program
Schedule a program online, give us a call at 651-464-3993, or email us at wscinfo@wildlifesciencecenter.org. 

This informal educational experience is ideal for any event where individuals will be walking around and learning at their own pace. This program includes wildlife artifacts, a raptor and/or snake, and a highly trained educator.  Consider this program for field days, parents’ weekends, career days, corporate picnics, employee appreciation days, bring-your-child-to-work days, fairs, festivals, church picnics, or any other event you want people to remember.

We are happy to tailor our programs to topics your group is studying, special needs of your group, or an event theme.

Program Highlights:
- Live raptor, and/or snake
- Wildlife artifacts
- One-on-one question opportunities for learners
- Excellent close-up photo opportunities

Program Prices:

Nonprofit Organizations
For the first hour - $325
Each Additional Consecutive Hour - $125

For-profit Corporations
For the first hour - $425
Each Additional Consecutive Hour - $125

Scheduling an Outreach Program
Contact the Wildlife Science Center at 651-464-3993 or wscinfo@wildlifesciencecenter.org. 

Please have the following information ready to schedule your program:

- Date, time, and type of program
- The name and phone number of the contact person for your group
- The name, address, and phone number of the event location
- The name and address to which our invoice should be sent
- The approximate number of people who will be attending the event and their approximate age/grade level
- The type of room in which the program will be held (i.e. auditorium, gym, cafeteria, outdoors)
- Any special needs or requests
- How you heard about us

Getting publicity for your Wildlife Science Center outreach presentation
We encourage you to publicize your Wildlife Science Center outreach presentation or event by creating and distributing flyers and posters and sending media alerts to your local newspaper and radio and TV stations.

Cancellation Policy
The Wildlife Science Center charges a $55 fee for programs canceled less than two weeks before the date of the program.