Zoo Chef: Cooking for the Wild (Grades 6 - 12)

Go behind the scenes at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo to explore the fascinating world of zoo nutrition! During this live virtual program, students in grades 6–12 will discover how animal care experts create balanced meals for a wide variety of species, from tiny reptiles to giant mammals. Learn how diets are carefully planned, how nutrition supports animal health and enrichment, and what it takes to keep an entire zoo well-fed. This interactive experience offers a unique look at one of the zoo's most important behind-the-scenes operations, with opportunities to ask questions along the way.