Education
Education is a key element in achieving our conservation goals. We strive to educate all ages, both in person and virtually.
Education at the Polar Bear Habitat
Education plays a vital role in our mission to make a significant contribution to the sustainability of polar bears. For the vast majority of people around the world, polar bears are a species that will only be seen through film or social media, where accurate information may be hard to come by. We believe strongly in the power of connecting people to wildlife, and the effect this connection can have on giving hope and driving meaningful change.
Daily Keeper Talks
Each day, visitors have the opportunity to learn from our knowledgeable staff during the keeper talk time.
The animal care staff will provide information about the Polar Bear Habitat, what it takes to care for polar bears, the biology and ecology of wild polar bears, and what you can do in your everyday lives to protect polar bears.
We welcome visitors to ask any and all questions.
Bear Talks
Bear talks provide groups of all ages with the opportunity to learn from our animal care team in an interactive and educational setting. The content of a bear talk will cover all the basics of polar bear care, biology and ecology, and can be tailored to focus more heavily on the topics your group is most interested in.
With tactile and visual learning aids, and plenty of time for questions, adding a bear talk will make your next group visit a rich and informative experience.
Can’t make it in person? Contact us now to learn more about virtual bear talk opportunities.
Animal Care Placement Program
For students undergoing tertiary education in veterinary or animal care disciplines that require field placement, we offer month-long learning opportunities with our animal care team. Students who take part in our animal care placement program will work alongside the animal care team to assist with a range of husbandry tasks, and will have the opportunity to observe the veterinary care provided to our bears.
Places are limited. To apply, please click here and complete this form.