[City of El Paso] Field Trip Registration

Field Trip RegistrationWednesday – Sunday (except for designated Zoo event blackout dates and City Holidays)

An advanced reservation and completed application is required

This application is for school groups defined below.
If you are not a school group when you register select "other". Group rates are available only for qualified school groups.

Admission FeesFor reserved school groups:

High School and under - $5.00
Higher Education entities - $7.50
Chaperones - $7.50 (ratio per group applies).
Chaperones (outside of ratio) - $12

Visit Add-OnsMeals - Animeals $9.99 (recommended for ages 3yrs - 12yrs)

Adult meals - $11.99 (recommended for ages 13yrs or older)

Curriculum Programs - $3.00 per student (maximum # of students may apply per session).

A limited number of reservations are accepted. The Zoo recommends that you schedule your reservation at least three weeks in advance.

El Paso Zoological Society Memberships and promotional tickets are not valid for school group reservations (students/chaperones).

Please allow 5 working days for your request to be processed. For more information call 915-212-0256.

District Name

Name (School or Daycare)

Address

Address or Location

Primary Contact InformationPerson responsible for the group the day of visit.

Primary Number

Cell Phone

Best time to contact you

School Emergency Contact Name

School Emergency Contact Phone

Requested Day of VisitPLEASE NOTICE:
Mondays and Tuesdays are unavailable.
March 6 – March 17 2023 is unavailable.

Preferred Date

Preferred Time

Alternate Date

Alternate Time

Grade Level (If not a school enter N/A)

Number of Students at $5.00 (up to and including high school level)

Number of Students at $7.50 (above high school level)

Number of Special Needs Students

Teacher/Chaperones Requirements

1 chaperone per 10 students
1 chaperone per 1 special education student or based on needs
Additional chaperones beyond the allowed ratio must pay regular admission price

Number of Teachers at $7.50

Number of Chaperones at $7.50 (must be 21 years or older)

Number of Additional Adults at regular price

Curriculum Programs And Zoo Adventure Programs or Fun Field Trip Upgrades

Would you like to add a Curricular Program or Zoo Adventure Program (applicable fees apply)?

Yes

How did you hear about El Paso Zoo Adventure Programs?

Program Selection

Animal Wrappers - $3.00 per student / Grades: Day Care, Head Start and Pre-K, 1,2, 3 (Your students will discover the different covering of mammals, birds, and reptiles. Plus, how they help the animals survive in their habitats.)

Our World our Friend - $3.00 per student / Grades: K - 12 (The importance of biodiversity. How are our everyday lives affecting animals and plants around the world? They will discover how the choices we make each day affect the world around us.)

Animals of the Chihuahuan Desert - $3.00 per student / Grades: 3 - 12 (Students will learn about Chihuahuan Desert animals and plants, and adaptations of how they survive in our desert. Students will discover the uniqueness and diversity of the Chihuahuan Desert.)

Venomous Animals - $3.00 per student / Grades: 4 - 12 (Students will learn how to identify venomous animals of the El Paso area. They will also learn the importance of these animals and how they help balance our ecosystems.)

Careers at the Zoo - $3.00 per student / Grades: 4-12 (Zoos offer several career choices. Students will learn about many of these zoo careers such as zookeeper, exotic animal veterinarian, education specialist, zoo director, and so much more!)

The Yucca Mystery - $3.00 per student / Grades: 4-8 (Students unravel a mystery to learn about a mutualistic relationship found right here in our Chihuahuan Desert home!)

Creature Features - $3.00 per student / Grades: 4-12 (In this lesson, students must listen carefully to the mystery speaker - the animal itself - to figure out who the mystery animal is! **Hint: It is a critically endangered mammal found in the Chihuahuan Desert and less than 250 individuals can be found in the wild today.)

MealsMeals Must Be Paid Two(2) Weeks Prior To Day Of Visit

Animeals Option 1 - (Ages 3yrs – 12yrs / includes 4pc Chicken Nuggets with fruit, cookie, and Capri Sun Juice Pouch - $9.99 each)

Animeals Option 2 - (Ages 3yrs to 12yrs / includes Uncrustables PB&J, with fruit, cookie and Capri Sun Juice Pouch -$9.99 each)

Adult Meals Option 1 - (Ages 13yrs – over / includes Turkey and Cheese Sandwich on wheat with lettuce and tomato, bag of chips, and Proud Source Water - $11.99 each)

Adult Meals Option 2 - (Ages 13yrs – over / includes Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad, piece of fruit, and Proud Source Water - $11.99 each)

Do you want to add Animeals?

Yes

Animeals Option 1 (Chicken Nuggets) - Quantity

Animeals Option 2 (PB&J) - Quantity

Adult Option 1 (Turkey sandwich) - Quantity

Adult Option 2 (Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad) - Quantity

Payment & Cancellation NoticeZoo Adventure Program and Curriculum Program must be paid two weeks prior to day of visit. There is no charge for cancellation by the registrant prior to the payment due date. If no payment is received by the payment due date, the program will be canceled by the reservation staff. If payment is made, no refund will be given to cancellations less than eight days before the program or for no shows.

Payment Method

CASH

CHECK - Must be from school, daycare or business. Personal checks not accepted. Valid ID (Driver's License) required.

CREDIT CARD - Visa, MasterCard, and Discover. Valid ID (Driver's License) required.

PURCHASE ORDER - Must be received 10 business days prior to your visit via either physical mail, email zooreservations@elpasotexas.gov, or fax (915) 212-0259

Confirmation

I HAVE READ THROUGH AND AGREE TO THE GROUP POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

Contact Education Staff today to find out more about current and future programs for your scholars!

Brittany Knight
knightbs@elpasotexas.gov
(915) 212-2888