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Homeschool Family Program

Florida by the Foot

Tuesday October 7th, 2025

Tuesday October 7th, 2025

10:30 AM

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12:00 PM EDT

Starts: 10:30 AM EDT

Ends: 12:00 PM EDT

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo

3000 NW 83rd St, Gainesville

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Description

Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo

Homeschool Family Program: Florida by the Foot

Take a step into the wild and explore Florida’s native wildlife and ecosystems through an interactive experience designed just for homeschool families!

What to Expect:

  • Up-close animal encounters
  • Meet incredible native species like gopher tortoises and our rescued residents like River the bald eagle, and discover the vibrant birds of our Florida aviary
  • Engage in hands-on activities that make learning about nature fun and memorable!


Bring your curiosity and your walking shoes—we're going on an educational adventure through Florida’s natural world! 

This program is designed for elementary level students, but it is sure to be a joy for the whole family. 

Program participants (5-10 year olds) will participate in all hands-on activities.

Additional guests will join on the zoo tour, observe activities, and meet animal ambassadors.

Capacity is 30 people.

Contact Information

The Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo, a unique 10-acre zoo in Gainesville, Florida, is the only zoo on a college campus accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). The zoo is open every day from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Refund Policy

ALL SALES ARE FINAL. No refunds. In the event of a cancellation for which there is no rescheduled date, a refund for this ticket may be issued at the option of the management.