I Want To Be A Vet
Saturday, May 9th | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Do you love animals? Aspiring veterinarians will enjoy learning about different types of vets and the importance of their role for animals in captivity. Children will learn about the needs of a variety of our animal ambassadors and observe them up close. Space is limited.
For Age 5-7 (drop-off) | $22 per child
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Vet Tech 101 - Intelligence
Wednesday, May 27th | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Come join us for this Vet Tech class focusing on intelligence! Students will get to learn about different forms of intelligence, which animals are smarter than others, and the cognitive needs of our animal ambassadors. Students will also learn how to check to make sure the animals are receiving proper mental stimulation by giving them examinations and providing enrichment. Space is limited.
For Age 9-12 (drop-off) | $34 per child
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Animal Care Trainee
Thursday, June 4th | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Would you like to help us care for APEC’s animals? This program introduces children to the unique responsibility of being an animal caretaker. Participants will learn about the needs of our animal ambassadors, and gain hands-on experience in feeding, brushing, and cleaning them. They will also learn the first steps of researching and understanding what animal is best fit for lifestyle and family. Space is limited.
For Ages 8-10 (drop-off) | $34 per child
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I Want To Be A Vet 2
Saturday, June 20th | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Do you want to learn about animals and their vet care? Veterinarians provide medical care for different types of animals depending on their patients - zoo animals, farm animals or pets! Children will meet a new set of animal ambassadors and practice using some tools to examine them. Space is limited.
For Ages 5-7 (drop-off) | $22 per child
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I Want To Be A Vet 3
Sunday, July 12th | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Vet Tech 101 – Nutrition
Saturday, July 25th | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Students will focus on the nutritional needs of our animals and optimal dietary choices for body weight, bone health, and organ health. They will also learn how to check to make sure the animals are receiving the right amount of nutrition by giving them examinations and will feed a variety of animals in our care. Space is limited.
For Ages 8-10 (drop off) | $34 per child
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I Want To Be A Vet 1
Saturday, August 1st | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Do you love animals? Aspiring veterinarians will enjoy learning about different types of vets and the importance of their role for animals in captivity. Children will learn about the needs of a variety of our animal ambassadors and observe them up close. Space is limited.
For Ages 5-7 (drop off) | $22 per child
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Animal Care Trainee
Sunday, August 16th | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Would you like to help us care for APEC’s animals? This program introduces children to the unique responsibility of being an animal caretaker. Participants will learn about the needs of our animal ambassadors, and gain hands-on experience in feeding, brushing, and cleaning them. They will also learn the first steps of researching and understanding what animal is best fit for lifestyle and family. Space is limited.
For Ages 8-10 (drop off) | $34 per child
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Vet Tech 101 – Teeth and Beaks
Monday, August 24th | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Join us for this Vet Tech class focusing on dental and beak health! Students will learn about how healthy mouth parts can lead to longer and happier lives, what contributes to healthy dentition and beaks, and what disorders or illnesses our animals may suffer from if they do not receive regular maintenance. They will also learn how to check to make sure the animals are receiving the right kind of dental care by giving them examinations. Space is limited.
For Ages 8-10 (drop off) | $34 per child
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Vet Tech 101 – Microscope Study
Tuesday, August 25th | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Are you interested in collecting your own animal samples to observe with a microscope? In a vet clinic, lab work can be part of general physical checkups and is essential in diagnosing issues that animals may have. Students will learn about the importance of microscopes and how to use them. They will also observe prepared slides and prepare simple slides of their own! Space is limited.
For Ages 8-10 (drop off) | $34 per child
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The environmental center is located in Alley Pond Park, surrounded by lush nature trails where visitors can enjoy NYC's natural landscapes. Guests are welcome to attend one of APEC's many nature oriented programs for all ages and visit the center's animal ambassadors. Please explore our website to learn more and register for programs.
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