Albuquerque Biological Park Calendar of Events
January 2009 |
Featured Events
- Brown Bag Lecture at the Botanic Garden - January 8 & 10
- BioPark Beginnings Winter/Spring Session - Begins January 13
- BioVan Ranger Training - January 14
- Aquarium Overnight - January 16/17
- Discovery Days at the Zoo and Aquarium - January 31
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Brown Bag Lecture at the Botanic Garden
Thursday, January 8 and Saturday, January 10, 12:45-1:30pm
Topic: Xeriscaping
Speaker: Xeric Council of New Mexico
This series of informal, lunchtime lectures presents the science of conservation. Topics include plant and animal themes relevant to the BioPark, and presenters may be BioPark staff or field experts.
Brown Bag lectures take place twice a month (on a Thursday and a Saturday), alternating between the Aquarium/Garden and the Zoo locations. Lectures at the Zoo are included with regular admission. There is no fee to attend the lectures at the Aquarium/Garden. Call (505) 848-7180 for more information.
BioPark Beginnings Winter/Spring Session
Tuesday session starts January 13
We still have openings, so it’s not too late to sign your child up for BioPark Beginnings classes!
BioPark Beginnings gives children and accompanying adults the opportunity to explore the amazing world of animals and plants through the BioPark’s Rio Grande Zoo, Albuquerque Aquarium, and Rio Grande Botanic Garden.
“Asia” will be the theme, with each class highlighting one of the BioPark’s unique species. Upcoming classes feature seahorses, komodo dragons, snow leopards, the garden railroad, and many others. The classes are designed to engage multiple learning styles through games, songs, movement, art, hands-on materials, and visits to the exhibits. Activities for a wide range of ages and skills are facilitated through active parent participation.
Ann Gallegos, BioPark Beginnings Instructor, brings over thirty years of experience in elementary and early childhood education to the program. Her imaginative games, songs, and art projects are specially created for each plant and animal. In class, Gallegos is a dynamic and enthusiastic teacher, who sparks the imagination and excites the senses of her young students.
The BioPark Beginnings spring session includes 12 classes from January to April 2009. Classes alternate weekly between the Aquarium, Botanic Garden and Zoo. Registration for the full 12-week session is $150, and the price includes one child and one adult. Up to two additional children may join each adult and are $75 each. NM BioPark Society members receive a 10% discount.
Registration is required and participation is reserved only after payment is received. To register, call Education at (505) 848-7180, then mail completed registration form to BioPark Education, 2601 Central Ave. NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104. No refunds available.
BioVan Ranger Training at the Aquarium/Garden Education Annex
Wednesday, January 14, 9:30am-3:30pm
BioVan Rangers (ages 18 and up) support the BioVan program by helping teach about the Rio Grande at schools and special events in the Albuquerque area. Rangers may also assist with the tours and activities in the Rio Grande bosque on Fridays with the Rio Rangers.
Please call (505) 764-6245 for more information about this program.
Aquarium Overnight
Friday-Saturday, January 16-17, 7:00pm-8:00am
Sleep next to the sharks at this family-friendly event. Participants will learn about interesting facts about ocean species and their nighttime behavior during this special Aquarium sleepover. Includes games and crafts, Touchpool visit and ocean film fest in the theater. Children under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Cost: $25/person. Group size is limited. Pre-registration is required and and participation is reserved only after payment is received. Call (505) 848-7180 for more information and to register.
Discovery Days at the Zoo and Aquarium
Saturday, January 31, 12:00-2:00pm
Enjoy special hands-on activities hosted by Education Docents.
At the Zoo: We will debunk common animal myths during a special Animal Myth Day. Discovery stations located throughout the zoo will focus on wildlife myths and teach the truth behind each story. Guests will find out if elephants are really afraid of mice, if wolves howl at the moon, and if ostriches hide their head in the sand. With Groundhog Day right around the corner, guests will also learn if rodents can actually predict the weather.
At the Aquarium: Learn more about marine life as you visit special winter Discovery Stations near the watery exhibits throughout the facility.
Call (505) 764-6214 for more information.