Programs
Volunteer
with Us
Not only will you be helping Florida's wildlife, you'll enjoy meeting new friends who share similar environmental concerns and gain personal satisfaction that comes from preserving Florida's native animals
Junior
Naturalists
Learn about environmental conservation and native Florida wildlife, while creating fun crafts and doing experiments! Click below to request more information.
Public
Education
We offer a variety of everyday public programs at the Sanctuary with the goal of educating the public about native Florida wildlife.
Field Trips
Bring your class or group to the Sanctuary for an enriching tour of the Sanctuary with an education guide.
Click below to request more information.
Junior Naturalist Program
Perfect for kids ages 5-14!
Become a Junior Naturalist at Busch Wildlife Sanctuary!
Sign up for a youth environmental program for kids age 5-14.
Come learn more about the environment and wildlife in our
Junior Naturalist program!
Mini Naturalists: Age 5-8
We learn about environmental concepts like animal behaviors, habits, and enrichment as well as plant conservation, life cycles, and so much more! We play interactive games, work with the animals and native plants, and make eco-friendly crafts all while learning how to best take care of nature and the environment. And most importantly, we have fun!
This is a once-a-week program that meets on
select Friday mornings from 9am-11am.
Junior Naturalists: Age 9-14
We dive deeper into concepts of animal behaviors, biology, habitat, plant conservation, and animal life cycles. We encourage more independence when it comes to working in small groups to learn about conservation, researching wildlife, animal handling, and group games! Our interactive program encourages wildlife education, environmental conservation, and public speaking. Our Junior Naturalists leave with a stronger awareness of how to care for the environment and the animals who live there.
This is a 6 week program that meets once a week on select days.
Contact jrnaturalist@buschwildlife.org for more information on pricing and session availability. Registration is Required.
Tour Programs
Perfect for schools, clubs, scouts and more!
All groups (i.e., schools, scouts, treatment centers, mom's groups, clubs, and etc.)
are required to contact the Education Department, in advance, to arrange their visit and pay any associated fees
For information, or to schedule:
Group Tours
To book a group tour email
reservations@buschwildlife.org
Or call the Sanctuary at
561-575-3399 for more information and availability.
Walk on the Wild Side Tour
Enjoy a Sanctuary tour and an educational program and encounter with some of the Sanctuary's residents in our Cypress Amphitheater.
Out-Reach Programs & Exhibits
Perfect for schools, country clubs, special events, etc...
Wildlife Exhibit
Our wildlife exhibits are ideal for all types of special events.
Out-Reach Wildlife Program
We bring the experience to you! Perfect for schools, clubs, luncheons, parties, and other groups.
Story Time to Go
We bring storytime to you! Perfect for your Pre-k class
Virtual Field Trips
Our Virtual Field Trips introduce you to a variety of animal ambassadors living at the Sanctuary. With one of our environmental educators as your guide, you will learn about Florida wildlife and its natural environments.
For information, or to schedule: