Touching Hearts • Igniting Passion • Saving Wildlife
For information or assistance for any Education Event or Program on this page (excluding School field trips), please contact Teagan at 785-827-9488 ext. 132 or teagan@rollinghillszoo.org.
Field Trips:
$7.50 per Student (paid for by school)
$7.50 per Chaperone (1 per 10 Students - paid for by school)
$13.50 per Extra Chaperones (paid for by school)
Regular admission will apply to any additional adults/family members that come to enjoy the Zoo during your field trip:
• Adults - $15
• Seniors (65+) - $14
• Children (3-12) - $9
• Children 2 & Younger - FREE
During your field trip you can enhance your visit with:
DISCOVERY CLASS
Have an extra special adventure at Rolling Hills Zoo with this 45-minute grade-specific lessons during this interactive, thematically-based program. This program features one live animal and hands-on activities with animal bio-facts, such as skins, skulls and teeth. Suggested class size of 35 or less.
Choose from age-appropriate K-8 lessons in the following themes:
Special requested themes can be considered.
$65 for the first program • $35 for each additional program scheduled on the same day.
For more information or assistance with our Discovery Class, please contact us at 785-827-9488 ext. 132 or email teagan@rollinghillszoo.org
PERSONAL GUIDED TOUR
A one-hour Zoo or Wildlife Museum tour lead by an Education Team Member is $50. Additional tours can be scheduled for the same day at $40 each. 30 person limit per tour.
TRAM RIDES
Our extended tram ride allows students to get off to visit various outdoor exhibits. $10 per person and available by reservation only, with a minimum of 12 people. Tram ride lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
Our reserved non-stop tram is $7 per person, with a minimum of 12 people for a 45-minute ride through the Zoo.
For more information or assistance with any of our school group reservations please contact us at 785-827-9488 ext. 114, or email kris@rollinghillszoo.org.
Have an extra special adventure at Rolling Hills Zoo with this 45-minute grade-specific lessons during this interactive, thematically-based program. This program features one live animal and hands-on activities with animal bio-facts, such as skins, skulls and teeth. Suggested class size of 35 or less.
Choose from age-appropriate K-8 lessons in the following themes:
Special requested themes can be considered.
$65 for the first program • $35 for each additional program scheduled on the same day.
For more information or assistance with our Discovery Class, please contact us at 785-827-9488 ext. 132 or email teagan@rollinghillszoo.org
Fill out the Education Program Inquiry Form (button below) to inquire about the availability of a Rolling Hills Zoo Education Program for your group!
ZOO PALOOZA
This program is designed for groups of up to 20 people and is ideal for Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, sports teams, classes and small groups. Children 7 years and younger are allowed with adult supervision.
Zoo Palooza includes:Special requested themes can be considered.
ext. 132 or email teagan@rollinghillszoo.org
For your group's admission to the Zoo & Wildlife Museum, ask about group pricing which is dependent upon number of participants.
Group lunch is available at an additional cost of $7.50 per person, which includes a choice of hamburger, corndog, or Uncrustable, served with Lay's potato chips, granola bar, and 8 oz. bottled water.
Program Cost: $75
Scheduling: Please schedule two weeks in advance. Scheduling programs will be based on date availability. To schedule your program contact Teagan Miller at teagan@rollinghillszoo.org or call 785-827-9488 ext. 132.
Fill out the Education Program Inquiry Form (button below) to inquire about the availability of a Rolling Hills Zoo Education Program for your group!
Kids of all ages will enjoy an Overnight Expedition at Rolling Hills Zoo! Whether it is for scouts, teams, birthday parties, school groups, family reunions, or any other group, this is one unique experience you won't soon forget.
You're adventure will include:
All Overnight Expeditions require a $100 non-refundable deposit to reserve.
For more information or assistance with any of our Educational Opportunities, please contact us at 785-827-9488 ext. 132, or email teagan@rollinghillszoo.org.
TODDLER TUESDAY
Toddler Tuesday takes place the first Tuesday of every month, and every Tuesday during the months of June and July in the Conference Center located in the Wildlife Museum.
Toddler Tuesdays is an educational experience for toddlers, ages 1 – 5, where they will enjoy a special story time, learn more about the animal featured in the story, create a fun craft, and enjoy playtime. Together, toddlers will connect with nature, wildlife and each other.
Toddler Tuesday is a free event with your paid admission. Members get in free.
KIDS SUMMER CAMPS
June 6th - July 14th, for children ages 4-12 years old.
Your child will enjoy a wild adventure during Summer Camp as they explore different species during our exciting interactive programs which engage the mind and body through hands-on activities. Each week features different animal friends and offers new activities daily.
JUNIOR ZOO KEEPER CAMPS
May 30th - June 2nd, for ages 12-18 years old. Teens will learn what it takes to work in a Zoo!
Rolling Hills Zoo offers unpaid internships.
Location: Salina, Kansas
Requirements:
Areas of Interest: Animal Department
To apply for any of the above animal internships, please email your resume and cover letter indicating your area of interest to headkeeper@rollinghillszoo.org or mail to:
Attn: Head Keeper | Rolling Hills Zoo | 625 N. Hedville Rd. | Salina, KS 67401
Areas of Interest: Rolling Hills Zoo Departments
To apply for any of the above operations internships, please mail your resume and cover letter indicating your area of interest to:
Zoo Internships, Attn: Rolling Hills Zoo Departments | Rolling Hills Zoo | 625 N. Hedville Rd. | Salina, Kansas 67401