Take the challenge to learn all about wildlife in a new program called the Quests at Prospect Park Zoo now through Sept. 5.
The Quests are geared to children, but adults may participate as well. Visitors will learn about animals in scavenger hunt format and embark on a nature adventure to identify local birds, discover ways to reduce pollution, learn about ocean and other aquatic habitats, and more.
The five Quest stations are:
Nature Playscape – Participants will get creative along the Discovery Trail, with activities and explorations using natural objects inspired by the animals that live here, including prairie dogs, dingoes, red pandas, river otters, and tufted deer.
Wetland Wonders – Inside the Animal Lifestyles building, visitors will learn about the wetland habitats of New York City and what you can do to keep these ecosystems healthy.
Conservation Station – At the Hall of Animals exhibit, visitors will conduct experiments inspired by the activities of scientists saving wildlife and wild places around the world.
Citizen Science – New York City is home to a variety of birds, including rock doves and grackles. Visitors will be shown photos of these and other birds and report back which species they were able to identify.
Ocean Connections – At the Sea Lion Court, visitors will learn about protecting marine life by taking part in quizzes that test their knowledge of oceans and the animals that live there.
Participants recieve a Quest map brochure at the start of each adventure, then visit several stations around the park to complete science and conservation challenges.
Quest Stations is offered now through Sept. 5, Wednesdays through Sundays, 11 am to 3 pm, and is free with zoo admission.
Prospect Park Zoo [450 Flatbush Ave. at Ocean Avenue in Prospect Park, (718) 399–7339, www.prosp
