Event Details

Bug Zoo runs from April 27-May 9, with Bug Zoo Fest II and SBG’s Arbor Day celebration on Saturday, May 4.

This year Bug Zoo features the ever-fascinating concept of Survival! Get up close and personal with some of Bug Zoo’s famous creatures, make critter crafts, do a bug scavenger hunt, play buggy games and more! Bring the kids and explore engaging displays while learning about fun, weird and sometimes incredibly helpful creepy crawlers.

Saturday: Bug Zoo Festival

11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  Get up close and personal with some of Bug Zoo’s insects and their amazing survival adaptations and other famous creatures, make critter crafts, do a bug scavenger hunt, play buggy games and more!  General bug viewing and self-guided activities.

Monday-Friday:  Scheduled School Field Trips & Public Viewing

9:00-3:00 p.m.  Experience Bug Zoo with one of our specially trained Survival Educators.  Reservations required: call (208) 726-9358 to reserve your class time slot.

3:00-5:00 p.m.  We recommend public viewing during these hours.

Saturday:  Bug Zoo Fest II + Arbor Day Celebration

11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Bug Zoo U is a terrific opportunity for adults and kids to go deep, learning more about these fascinating critters from storytellers, critter owners, beekeepers and more!  SBG will also offer a tree planting celebration and demonstration by the pros!

Monday-Thursday:  Scheduled School Field Trips & Public Viewing

9:00-3:00 p.m.  Experience Bug Zoo with one of our specially trained Survival Educators.  Reservations required: call (208) 726-9358 to reserve your class time slot.

3:00-5:00 p.m.  We recommend public viewing during these hours.

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