Riverbanks on the Road :: Riverbanks Zoo & Garden

Riverbanks is on the road! Whether you are looking for a program for your students, daycare, library or adult care facility, these fun, engaging and educational programs are just for you! Riverbanks on the Road programs are designed to meet the needs of a wide variety of learners from young to the young at heart. Visits from our Education Animal Ambassador collection are included as part of the program!

Riverbanks can offer most Riverbanks on the Road programs through the web. Please check out our Distance Learning opportunities or email us.

School Classes

Available Programs

On the Move (Preschool)

Can you swim like a fish? Slither like a snake? Swing like a siamang? Students will explore animal movement as they hop, crawl and wiggle their way through story, song and activities.

SC State Standards: APL-1, APL-5, APL-8, HPD-4, LDC-1, LDC-2, LDC-3, LDC-7, LDC-8, CD-10

Red, Blue, Who’s at the Zoo? (Preschool)

Young learners will identify colors and explore the many shades found at the Zoo through songs and activities.

SC State Standards: APL-1, APL-8, ESD-5, LDC-1, LDC-2, LDC-3, LDC-7, LDC-8, CD-10

Kindergarten Keepers (Kindergarten)

Kindergarteners will count, play and pretend their way through this fun class exploring what it takes to care for an animal’s needs.

SC State Standards: K-LS1-1, K-ESS3-1

Investigating Adaptations (1st Grade)

Students will put their observation skills to the test as they investigate how Riverbanks’ species are adapted for survival.

SC State Standards: 1-LS1-1

Seeds on the Move (2nd Grade)

Students will explore and experiment through this windy, wet, sticky and sometimes yucky investigation of seed dispersal.

SC State Standards: 2-LS2-2

Escaping Extinction (3rd Grade)

In this mystery inspired class, students will have to put their geography skills and knowledge to the test to save a Riverbanks species from extinction.

SC State Standards: 3.1.1.AG, 3.1.2.AG, 3-LS4-3

Adaptation Engineers (4th Grade)

Work as a team to overcome a challenge in this adaptation themed class. Students will observe living plants and animals as well as design their own model plant.

SC State Standards: 4-LS1-1

Mighty Plankton (5th Grade)

Students will get an introduction to the base of the ocean’s food web while using engineering design skills to create models of plankton to compete in the Great Plankton Race.

SC State Standards: 5-PS3-1, 5-LS1-1

Pollination Investigation (6th–8th Grade)

South Carolina’s most popular foods like strawberries, peaches, and squash are impossible to find at the local farmers market or grocery stores. Students will get hands-on in this project-based class as they work to find a solution BEEfore all their favorite foods disappear for good.

SC State Standards: 7-LS2-1, 7-LS2-4, 7-LS2-5

Operant Conditioning (9th–12th Grade)

Explore the purpose and theory behind animal training. Learn the role of training at Riverbanks and understand how it works by being “trained” yourself!

Program Details

Cost :: $115 per program plus milage.
Capacity :: Up to 25 students and 2 adults.
Program Length :: 45 minutes.

Library Programs

Available Programs

Connecting to Coral Reefs

Have you ever thought about how you are connected to coral reefs?From the oxygen we breathe to the seafood on our tables, participants will dive into learning as we travel from our local rivers to the Atlantic Ocean! Participants will explore biofacts, learn through hands-on activities and visit up close with Riverbanks Animal Ambassadors.

Program Details

Cost :: $220 per outreach program ($115 per virtual program).
Travel Fees :: (based on roundtrip travel from the Zoo and back) 0–25 miles = $15; 26–50 miles = $30; 51–75 miles = $45; 76–100 miles = $60; Over 100 miles = contact Riverbanks for pricing. *Book on the same date with another local library to receive a discounted travel rate.
Capacity :: Number of participants is dependent on program selection.
Program Length :: 45 minutes.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation or date change requests must be received three weeks in advance of the event to receive a refund of your registration. Requests must be submitted in writing at education@riverbanks.org Riverbanks Zoo and Garden will retain a 10% processing fee for cancellations.

In the rare event that Riverbanks Zoo and Garden must cancel the scheduled event, all deposits or money received will be reimbursed or an option to reschedule will be provided. Notifications of cancellation will be provided at least ten days prior to the scheduled event (unless weather-related). Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is not liable for any other expenses that the guest may have incurred in the preparation and execution of the event.

Refunds will not be provided for individuals who do not show up for the event.

Programs Information Inquiry Programs may be requested in advance online or by calling the Education Department at 803.602.0803 Monday through Friday between 8:00am and 1:00pm. Once your information is received, we will check availability and reply to your request in a timely manner. This request does NOT guarantee availability! Groups will receive an emailed “Field Trip Confirmation Letter” with reserved date and program details.

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Don’t see a program that meets your needs? We can create custom programs for your group. Requests must be made at least 30 days in advance. A nominal development fee will be charged.

Questions about Riverbanks on the Road?

Please call 803.602.0803 or email us.

Riverbanks on the Road

School Classes

Available Programs

On the Move (Preschool)

Red, Blue, Who’s at the Zoo? (Preschool)

Kindergarten Keepers (Kindergarten)

Investigating Adaptations (1st Grade)

Seeds on the Move (2nd Grade)

Escaping Extinction (3rd Grade)

Adaptation Engineers (4th Grade)

Mighty Plankton (5th Grade)

Pollination Investigation (6th–8th Grade)

Operant Conditioning (9th–12th Grade)

Program Details

Library Programs

Available Programs

Connecting to Coral Reefs

Program Details

Cancellation Policy

Group Information

Program Request Information Classes and tours are only offered Tuesdays–Fridays, August–May.

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Questions about Riverbanks on the Road?

Virtual Programs

Homeschool Programs

Youth Programs