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ZOOM!
Zoo on the Move Outreach
Program
Zoo on the Move (ZOOM) is an excellent
opportunity for participants of all ages to get up close and personal with
wildlife. This program serves schools, civic organizations and community
gatherings throughout the Pikes Peak region. With a variety of animals,
each program is sure to enhance any program or event while inspiring participants
to make a difference for the natural world.
| About Zoo on the Move (ZOOM) |
| ZOOM Classroom Programs |
| ZOOM Community Programs |
| ZOOM Special Programs & Events |
| ZOOM Birthdays |
| Outreach Scholarships - for Title 1 Schools, Nursing Homes, and disadvantaged groups |
| ZOOM Contact Info |
 Cheyenne
Mountain Zoo moves off of the mountain with the Zoo’s new ZOOMobile and
outreach program; now a Zoo “visit” can include an animal experience at
a school or community event!
The idea of a Zoo outreach animal program isn’t a new one. The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Auxiliary created the ZOOM program in 1984. At that time, Zoo Docents would drive a handful of animals from the Zoo’s collection to schools and local organizations in their private cars. Over time it was becoming more difficult to take collection animals off Zoo grounds. A strict quarantine program was enforced that stipulated that an animal must be quarantined for 30 days before entering (or returning) to the Zoo population. ZOOM was then suspended until a time when an independent collection of animals and a dedicated vehicle could be supplied to the program.
ZOOM Classroom Programs: 
Let our programs supplement your science curriculum in a fun and exciting way without leaving your classroom. We’ll bring Colorado State Standards “to life” while connecting students with the wonders of wildlife and wild places and inspiring stewardship for the natural world. All programs include various live animals, biofacts (animal artifacts) and a ZOOM presenter. Programs for First Grade and up last approximately one-hour and programs for preschool and Kindergarten, approximately 30 minutes each. To achieve an intimate experience between the class and the animals, audience size is limited to 30 students per program. Multiple programs at one site receive a discount, and can occur simultaneously. (preschool and kindergarten presentations maybe split into two 30 minute presentations). Cost: $125/ for the first hour presentation; each additional at the same site $65 # of Students: Minimum 10 kids per program; Maximum 30 kids Scholarships: Available for Title 1 schools, contact Jacki at 719-633-9925 ext. 127 or email jmoore@cmzoo.org Choose from these types of classroom programs:
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Community Programs:
ZOOM Special Programs and Events: 
Looking for a unique addition to your company party, special event or kids fair? Bring in the ZOOMobile to enlighten and engage your guests! We’ll do bring our animal ambassadors, biofacts and interactive activities that are sure to compliment any festival activities. Prices vary based on attendance, time of day and length of stay. Cost: $250 baseline for a two hour program; more animals and more staff = more fees No transportation fee for visits within a 25 mile radius; 26 miles and up is $.50/mile round trip.
ZOOM Birthdays: Hoping to WOW that special someone with a birthday surprise? Let ZOOM brighten the day of your very special guest. We can bring in animal ambassadors for a one hour presentation that everyone will appreciate! Cost: $180 for a one-hour presentation in an approved space.
Outreach Scholarships: For Title 1 Schools, nursing homes and disadvantaged groups! Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is fortunate to have 100 classroom presentations underwritten by Central Bankcorp for the next three years! To apply for this scholarship, applications are available in pdf format here between August 1 – September 15, 2007 and must be submitted in writing before 5 p.m.on September 15th, 2007. Submissions will include: Name of school Contact name, number and email address # of classroom presentations they are requesting Total number of students we would visit (30 is max. per program) Grade level and requested topics of the presentations First and second choices for Months and days of the week we can visit their school After September 15th we will notify all of the schools whether they are scholarship recipients. In some cases they may be awarded a smaller amount than they originally request so we can accommodate more schools. (i.e. share the wealth).
ZOOM Contact Information: For more information or to schedule a program, please contact Jacki at 719-633-9925, ext. 127 or email jmoore@cmzoo.org |
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Rejuvenating
ZOOM has been incubating since that time. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Education
Curator Nicole Mantz has run a small outreach program without live animals
for a few years. Funding was not available to have a mobile Zoo or to hire
the interpreters/educators needed to make such a program come alive. Central
Bancorp’s three-year commitment to the program includes acquisition
of a Dodge Sprinter van (wrapped in a distinctive animal design!) and support
for staffing, animal acquisition and program essentials. In addition, Central
Bancorp will underwrite up to 100 van outings to Title 1 schools annually,
enabling a wide range of schools and community groups to experience the
program over the next three years.