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Wild Learning. Wild Fun!

Let us transform your class into an interactive classroom, with hands-on experiences that align with STEM, biology, and environmental science standards. Our free teacher resources include worksheets and lesson plans for grades K through 12, all created by our own NJ state certified teacher and tailored to the appropriate age groups while following the New Jersey State Learning Standards.

Academic Adventures inspires curiosity and sparks a love for learning in students of all ages through up-close animal encounters—join us for an unforgettable experience where education goes wild!

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Wild Encounters

DATES: Select dates, November through March

PROGRAM DETAILS:

  • Live animal presentation at your location- up to 100 people per encounter!
  • Material covered in line with NJ State Learning Standards.
  • Customizable programs designed with you to suit your group needs
  • Not just for schools, but can be libraries, community centers, scouts or birthday parties!
  • Multiple programs at the same location on the same day up to 4 total programs.
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Safari Off-Road Education

DATES: Select dates April through early June

TIMES: 10:00am - 12:30pm 

PROGRAM DETAILS:

  • Program in line with NJ State Learning Standards
  • Small animal station rotations where you can see the animals up close
  • Tour guide with you throughout the whole program
  • 45-minute Safari truck tour
  • Optional: Bring your own lunch
  • ADA accessible (2-4 wheelchair capacity)
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Private Safari Truck Tours

DATES: Select Dates, April through Labor Day (not available on holidays)

TIME: 10am (must arrive on time to ensure private tour experience)

PROGRAM DETAILS:

  • Have your own private truck(s) for your group!
  • Up to 31 people per truck
  • 45-minute Safari truck tour
  • All Day access to Safari Base Camp
  • FREE parking for your group
  • ADA accessible
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Silver Safari

DATES: Select dates in September and October

TIME: 10:00am -12:30pm

PROGRAM DETAILS:

  • Open only for the 55+ community
  • Animal presentation
  • 45-minute safari truck tour
  • Safari is open only for this event
  • Option to bring your own lunch
  • Groups of 25 or more can have a private day
  • 100 maximum per day
  • Adults Only group - No children

Don't have a group, no worries, ask about our Small Groups Day for 1-24 people

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