Discover the BioPark
Explore with us!
Staff will lead your group through your choice of adventures at the Zoo, Aquarium, or Botanic Garden. Field trip programs will be conducted inside classrooms or outside depending on the weather. Outreach programs are available within a 100 mile range (driving) from the ABQ BioPark.
The following staff-led adventures (listed below) engage your students, apply life science concepts, and create memorable experiences. Field trips are geared towards students K-8, but can be adapted for older groups. Field trips are available for traditional schools, homeschool groups, scout troops, youth organizations, etc.
On-Grounds and Outreach
We offer on-grounds educational experiences or outreach, where we come to you. Programming is the same for both, and is listed below. Contact [email protected] or 505-764-6245 to book your experience.
Discover the BioPark program fees do not cover admission for on-grounds experiences. Click here to request group tickets.
Zoo
PreK- K Party Animals - 30 minutes
One of our animals had a birthday party! Can you tell who came to the party? We will learn what kinds of things animals leave behind and see that different animals have different tracks.
PreK- K 5 Senses - 30 minutes
Animals use their senses to explore the world around them. We will explore animals and biofacts by using our own senses, identifying which senses we use the most, and which senses might be more important for animals than humans.
Animal Architects - 45 minutes
From burrows to dams, to nests, there are some animal builders with excellent architectural skills! In this program we will look at what kind of structures animals build and why, and maybe even try our hands at building one ourselves!
Habitat, What’s That? - 45 minutes
Travel around the world as we visit animals from different regions and learn what makes a habitat a habitat. During this program students will be learning what makes different habitats unique and how different habitats meet the needs of their residents.
Adaptation Exploration - 45 minutes
How is it that animals can survive in all types of environments, from the freezing tundra to the burning hot desert? By using their amazing adaptations, of course! Throughout this program your students will learn about animal adaptations and learn to identify adaptations using animal artifacts and live animals.
Botanic Garden
New Mexico True - 45 minutes
Explore what animals and plants live in our desert habitats and learn about the adaptations that help them thrive in New Mexico’s unique ecosystems. In this program your students will meet animal ambassadors and examine living plants found in New Mexico.
All About Bugs: In The Garden - 45 minutes
Meet different bugs and identify what makes them unique. In this program students will explore bug habitats and learn about their life cycles and how to help protect their habitats.
Aquarium
Rio to Sea – 45 minutes
How connected is Albuquerque to the ocean? Come take a deep dive into our waterways, how they lead to the ocean, and what we can do to help ocean wildlife all the way from our desert home. In this meet program students will meet an animal ambassador and participate in a watershed simulation.
Ocean Adaptations - 45 minutes
In this program students will learn how aquatic animals have adapted to the many challenges of life under water. Learn about predator/prey relationships, the ocean depths, and the importance of even the smallest ocean creatures.
Virtual Field Trips
Can't make the trip? Bring the BioPark directly into your classroom or home. Contact [email protected] or 505-764-6245 to book your experience!
Most of the above programs can be adapted to our Virtual Field Trips. All programs include education staff interactions, inquiry-based learning, animal encounters, and interaction with your students or families. Programs are $50 each and are 30 minutes long, over a Zoom call.
Not seeing what you are looking for? Other topics or locations are available as a special request. Contact [email protected] or 505-764-6245 to see how we can meet the needs of your group’s learning interests!