The Gulf Breeze Zoo invites homeschool families to a one-of-a-kind educational adventure during Fall Homeschool Day on Friday, Sept. 19. Designed especially for homeschoolers and their families, the day offers hands-on learning opportunities and unforgettable animal experiences in an open-air classroom unlike any other.
Guests will receive discounted admission and enjoy the chance to meet and connect with other homeschool families from across the region. Throughout the day, participants will take part in live animal presentations, engage with animal artifacts, and join in interactive, conservation-themed activities led by the Zoo’s expert education staff.
Admission is $12 for students and $18 for parents and chaperones. Homeschool Day admission includes unlimited safari train rides and all keeper chats and activities.
“Fall Homeschool Day invites families to dive into an exciting, hands-on learning adventure,” said Cassidy Mazzone, Gulf Breeze Zoo Park Director. “Through live animal presentations, fascinating artifacts, and engaging activities, students discover the wonders of wildlife and explore the importance of conservation in a fun and enriching environment.”
Whether you’re new to homeschooling or a seasoned pro, this event promises an enriching field trip filled with discovery, inspiration, and connection to the natural world.
Event details:
When: Friday, Sept. 19
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: $12 students and $18 parents
Where: The Gulf Breeze Zoo, 5701 Gulf Breeze Parkway
Please visit https://www.gbzoo.com/events for more information or call 866.620.1825.
About The Gulf Breeze Zoo
The Gulf Breeze Zoo is one of four zoological facilities operated by the Zoofari Parks Corporation, working in conjunction with the Alabama Safari Park, the Virginia Safari Park and the Texas Zoofari Park to provide aid to more than 135 countries around the world.
The Gulf Coast Area’s award-winning Gulf Breeze Zoo is home to more than 1,000 exotic animals, many of them threatened and endangered. The Gulf Breeze Zoo is privately owned and receives no state or federal tax support. Through admissions and animal encounters, each guest contributes to the conservation programs.
The Zoo opens at 9 a.m. daily and is located just off Highway 98. Visit www.GBZoo.com for event updates, seasonal hours and more.
About Zoofari Parks
Zoofari Parks – through its Virginia Safari Park, Gulf Breeze Zoo, Alabama Safari Park and Texas Zoofari Park, is dedicated to wildlife conservation through public education, captive breeding programs, habitat preservation, and providing financial aid and assistance to projects in the field. Funding for conservation programs is made possible through the continued support of zoo guests. Conservation is fundamental in our daily operations and visitors are encouraged to join us in making a difference on this journey.
