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IN-SEASON FAMILY TWILIGHT TROMPS

Who? Families with children ages 4 and up; all participants MUST be at least 4 years old by the date of the program and be accompanied by an adult. A minimum of 10 participants total are required to run the program and a maximum of 30 participants are allowed.      

What? A special way to explore the zoo! Twilight Tromps programs include a live animal presentation, games and activities, and a night hike. The following programs will be offered throughout the season:   

  • Nature at Night: How do nocturnal animals see in the dark? What animals only come out at night?  Uncover the secrets of why some animals are nocturnal and how they have adapted to survive and thrive at night. 
  • Predators of the Night: Discover how nocturnal carnivores use the night to their advantage and learn all about these ferocious and fearsome predators!
  • Twilight Tails: Listen to stories surrounding the myths of nighttime creatures and through guided exploration, discover the truth about these animals! 

Where? Binder Park Zoo’s East Zoo

When? Friday, June 22nd (Nature at Night), Friday, July 20th (Predators of the Night), and Saturday, August 25th (Twilight Tails). Program begins promptly at 8:30pm and runs until 11:00pm.    

How Much? $12 per person; Binder Park Zoo members receive 10% off. 

To register:  Registrations may take place online or registration forms may be mailed or faxed to the address or number below. Full payment is due with registration and registrations must be received at least one week in advance. All money is non-refundable. Refunds will only be given in the circumstance that Binder Park Zoo is unable to place your group in an available program or if Binder Park Zoo must cancel the program due to low enrollment or other extenuating circumstances. You may switch dates, but a $10 processing fee will be charged if it is less than 2 weeks prior to the date of your previously scheduled program. 

Mail registration forms to:
Binder Park Zoo
Attn: Shannon McLeese
7400 Division Drive     
Battle Creek, MI 49014

Registration forms may also be faxed to:  (269)979-8834

Any questions? Please contact Shannon McLeese at (269)979-1351 ext. 174 or smcleese@binderparkzoo.org.

 
Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural AffairsBattle Creek Community Foundation