There’s No Such Thing As a…

$450 Non-Member / $382.50 EARTH Ltd Member

Did you know that porcupines can't actually shoot their quills? Or that owls can't really turn their heads 360 degrees? This program will clear up many common animal misconceptions as well as explore which animals are a part of mythology and legends across different cultures. Using literature, art, science, and storytelling, we will look at myths and realities in the animal world.

If you have any questions, please contact: Bob Clark, Program Director, at

About the Wild Adventure Program

In partnership with Southwick's Zoo, EARTH Limited offers educational programs during the summer for kids in grades K-11. Children in the programs learn through a variety of exciting STEAM based activities led by licensed educators. Program activities include animal encounters and interactions, building enrichment for animals within Southwick's Zoo, behind the scenes looks at how the animals at the zoo are cared for, fun and educational games, creative art-based activities, and more!

My child is an EARTH Member. How do I apply the member discount?

EARTH members receive a 15% discount on Summer Wild Adventure Programs. To receive your member discount, when you register, click “enter promotional code”. Your code is the email address connected to your EARTH Membership.

*Must be a current EARTH member at the time of registration to receive the member discount. Discounts cannot be applied retroactively.

Where and when do I drop my child off?

On the first day of the program, please arrive by 8:45am. The drop off/pick up location may change for the 2025 programs, so updated drop off/pick up info will be included in the reminder email that is sent before each program week.

Where do I pick up my child?

Children will be picked up at 4:00pm at the same location as drop off.

What should my child wear?

Make sure your child is dressed for the weather. We spend most of the day outdoors and do a large amount of walking, so we recommend that children wear comfortable shoes and do not wear sandals, crocs, or open toed shoes.

What should my child bring?

• Sneakers or boots only (no sandals, crocs, flip flops, or open-toed shoes). Shoes must be comfortable enough for children to walk all over the zoo.
• Backpack
• A pencil bag with colored pencils, markers, crayons, small paint brush and regular pencils.
• Additional clothing depending on the day’s weather forecast (i.e. extra socks, raincoat, sweatshirt, hat, etc.)
• Water bottle - We have water available to refill bottles, but, to minimize contact, we recommend packing two water bottles each day.
• Sunscreen
• Insect repellent
• Lunch and snacks
• Hand sanitizer - We have installed a hand washing station, staff will have hand sanitizer, and hand sanitizer is available in various locations in the zoo.

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