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April 2025

Sensory-Friendly Morning

The Essex County Turtle Back Zoo can be an energetic, noisy place full of sensory stimuli, and we know this environment can be overwhelming for some guests. In 2025, we are excited to host a Sensory-Friendly Morning! Start your day on Saturday, April 26 from 8-10am for a modified zoo experience including limited capacity and […]
Apr 26 2025
8:00 am - 10:00 am
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May 2025

Homeschool Days

Welcome to the wildest classroom in NJ! Our homeschool classes offer students an opportunity to boost scientific literacy and knowledge of the natural world, and learn the importance of life-long environmental stewardship. Available to students ages 6-12, the programs include a visit to South Mountain Reservation, Reservoir, or Zoo as weather permits. These are in-person, […]
May 14 2025
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Berson Family Center
560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052
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Sea Turtle Sunrise Event 2025

Enjoy an early morning and breakfast at the zoo with an exclusive private event feel! Be one of only 200 people admitted. Proceeds support SEA TURTLE RECOVERY and their mission to help save sea turtles. Event admission includes two hours at the zoo before normal opening, as well as one doughnut from Beignets of Denville, NJ and […]
May 17 2025
8:00 am - 10:00 am
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July 2025

Sophisticated Science

Sophisticated Science Seminars are conservation programs geared towards more adult audiences, ages 13 t0 103!  Seminars run throughout the year and span topics such as animal anatomy, habitats and conservation, animal careers, and more. These programs are perfect for those interested in animals, science, conservation, and nature who want to learn something new in a relaxed […]
Jul 26 2025
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Berson Learning Center
560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052
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Call us for more information on events, bookings, or zoo visits! To book a group reservation or party, call and ask for Group Sales. Our Group Sales Department phones can be busy at times, so you many need to leave a message. Teachers, please include a preferred callback time if needed, so we can try to connect. Please allow at least 48 hours for a return call before trying again.

Call - (973) 731-5800