Bring the WILD to Your School or Group!
Nature on the Geaux offers engaging Wildlife Education Programs featuring live animal ambassadors that help students explore habitats, adaptations, ecosystems, and conservation through interactive learning.
Perfect for schools, libraries, camps, homeschool groups, and community events.
🐍 Serving schools and organizations across southeast Louisiana and coastal Mississippi
What to Expect
Each Wildlife Education Program includes:
• A live animal presentation featuring a variety of reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and invertebrates
• Age-appropriate discussion about animal biology, habitats, and adaptations
• Opportunities for learners to observe animals up close
• Interactive questions and student participation throughout the program
• A focus on respect for wildlife and conservation
Some animals may be touchable depending on the species, program setting, and group size, while others are observation-only to ensure animal welfare.
Animals That May Visit Your Classroom
Every Wildlife Education Program features a rotating group of live animal ambassadors that help demonstrate important science concepts like adaptations, habitats, and survival strategies.
Animals are carefully selected for each program based on the group’s age, program theme, and animal availability.
Students may meet animals such as:
🐍 Snakes – like corn snakes or hognose snakes
🦎 Lizards – including blue-tongue skinks, geckos, or bearded dragons
🐢 Tortoises – such as a red-foot tortoise
🐸 Amphibians – including frogs and other unique species
🦔 Small mammals – like hedgehogs, rabbits, or ferrets
🕷️ Invertebrates – such as millipedes, tarantulas, or scorpions
During the presentation, students will learn about each animal’s habitat, diet, adaptations, and role in the ecosystem.
Some animals may be touchable depending on the species and program setting, while others are observation-only to ensure animal comfort and safety.
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Every program is a little different — you never know which amazing animal you might meet!
Program Themes
Wildlife Education Programs can be tailored to match your group’s interests, grade level, or science topics. When booking, you can request a theme focus for the presentation.
Popular themes include:
🐾 Animal Adaptations
Discover the amazing ways animals survive in the wild! Students learn about camouflage, defense strategies, body structures, and other special adaptations that help animals find food and avoid predators.
🌎 Habitats & Ecosystems
Explore how animals live in different environments around the world and how ecosystems connect plants, animals, and people.
🐍 Reptiles & Amphibians
Meet cold-blooded animals up close while learning what makes reptiles and amphibians unique, how they grow, and how they survive in their habitats.
🦔 Mammals & Animal Diversity
Learn what makes mammals special while also discovering how different groups of animals are adapted for life in the wild.
🌿 Conservation & Protecting Wildlife
Explore how humans impact wildlife and what we can do to help protect animals and their habitats.
🐊 Louisiana Wildlife & Wetlands
Learn about animals that live in Louisiana’s unique ecosystems while exploring the importance of wetlands and habitat conservation.
If no theme is requested, the program will feature a general wildlife introduction highlighting animal adaptations and biodiversity.
Program Length
Wildlife Education Programs are approximately 45–60 minutes long, depending on group size and student participation.
For larger schools or events, multiple presentations can be scheduled during a single visit to accommodate different groups or grade levels.
Pricing
Most schools schedule 2–3 programs so several classes can enjoy the wildlife presentation during the same visit.
Program Details
Program Length: 45–60 minutes
Group Size: Up to ~40 students per session
Setup: Indoor or outdoor space (classroom, cafeteria, library, etc.)
✔ Live animal ambassadors included
✔ Interactive learning with hands-on opportunities when appropriate
✔ Designed to support grade-level science concepts
Classroom Program Pricing
Number of Programs
1 Program $175
2 Programs $300
⭐ 3 Programs (Most Popular) $425
4 Programs $525
Programs are typically scheduled one class per session and can be arranged back-to-back for multiple classes.
Assembly Program
Starting at $350
✔ Designed for larger audiences (up to approximately 150 students)
✔ Live animal demonstrations and interactive discussion
✔ Limited hands-on interaction due to group size
If your group exceeds 150 students, larger audiences may be accommodated for an additional fee depending on the setup and schedule.
What Schools Provide
To host a Wildlife Education Program, we typically just need:
• A space large enough for students to sit and watch the presentation
• A small table or surface for animal habitats
• Students seated where they can easily see the animals
Programs can be held in classrooms, libraries, cafeterias, or outdoor learning spaces.
Setup takes about 10–15 minutes, and we bring everything needed for the program.
Ready to Book?
All programs are presented by Tanee Janusz, wildlife educator and founder of Nature on the Geaux.
To request a program, please include:
• School or organization name
• Estimated number of students
• Grade level(s)
• Program location (city/parish)
• Preferred date and time
📩 Email natureonthegeaux@gmail.com or use the booking button below to request availability.
Looking for a custom or themed experience? We’re happy to tailor programs after inquiry.
