Our Commitment

We are committed to education. We believe that knowledge is one of the very best tools for wildlife conservation and we strive to educate our guests about what they can do to help protect our planet. We also partner with educators to enliven core science curricula by utilizing Ripley's unique collection of birds.

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Our Programs

1. Our programs adhere to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
2. Programs are available for all age groups, from kindergarten to retirement communities
3. Programs are available both onsite and offsite

If you come to us: 
Programs are 90 minutes in length*
Include unlimited access to the Conservancy during normal business hours
Offer a meet-and-greet with our Avian Ambassadors
Fee: $100 + $8 per program participant

If we come to you:
Programs are 60 minutes in length*
Offer a meet-and-greet with our avian ambassadors
Fee: $200 + mileage traveled (0.55 cents/mile)

*Program length can be modified, please contact the Conservancy for a price quote

Standard Programs

Avian Ambassadors

Wetland Health Inspector

Birds on the Brink

Duckling Development

Microplastic Pollution

Birds of a Feather

Distance Learning

Custom Programs

If you have an idea for a program or are simply brainstorming ways to fit the Conservancy into your curriculum, please contact Colleen Peters, our Head of Education, for further details.
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Previously designed specialty programs include:
Avian Embryology
Animal Behavior-Ethograms
Speciation
Art/Photography Classes

Events

Event programs are available year-round onsite at the Conservancy and offsite at your location. Please contact the Conservancy for further details.
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Previous Specialty Events Include:
Birthday Parties
Garden Parties
Library Readings
Yoga
Meditative Hikes
Retirement Home Visits