Minnesota is home to nine different species of turtles. Turtles are one of the longest living species in the world dating back to the era when dinosaurs roamed the earth. Learn all about these fascinating creatures and meet the zoo’s resident turtles! Meet at the nature center.
Come and learn about some of the latest information about endangered animals. The focus will be on animals of Minnesota and some common concerns and misconceptions will be addressed. Meet at the nature center.
A short hike over to the elk and deer exhibits will allow participants to get a closer look at these spectacular creatures. Learn more about antlers, deer and elk behavior, and see them eat! Meet at the nature center. (Accommodations CAN be made for non-hikers, seniors, etc.)
Join a guided walk in nature to mark the turn of the season of light to the darker half of the year. At 7:05 PM—while we're still on the trail—the sun will cross the equator and autumn will officially begin. Together, we’ll explore the balance of light and darkness as...
Cougars, bobcats, and lynx, OH MY! These aren’t your tame little house cats! We’ll talk about hunting, physical adaptations, and many other characteristics of these amazing predators. Meet at the wildcat exhibit.
Fall can be the one of the most colorful seasons in Minnesota. Take a short hike with a naturalist and find out what makes leaves change from green to yellow, orange, red and brown. Meet at the nature center.
Join a naturalist in the nature center as they give a talk on bats and how important they are to the environment. Share your enthusiasm for these misunderstood mammals by making a craft after the program. Meet at the nature center.
Join us at Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo on October 24th, 2026, for our annual Boo at the Zoo! Dress in your best costume and participate in candy-free trick or treating, face painting by Miss Angie's Place, bone & pelt displays, spooky crafts, photo stations, voting for your favorite animals...
