Roadschooling Adventure: The Atlanta Zoo… FREE!
I
have lived my entire life in Georgia and I’ve been to the Atlanta Zoo one time
for a field trip in fourth grade. I was telling my husband that I don’t
remember much about it except that it was a really hot day and I was
disappointed because I didn’t get to see my favorite animals, the lions. I’ve
always wanted to go back. Even though we’ve visited close to ten zoos around
the country, I haven’t made it back to my hometown zoo in Atlanta. That is
until this past Saturday!
I
always try to Google discounts to the museums, zoos, and other attractions we
visit along our travels. Earlier, I shared about the See 3 Pass in Savannah,
Georgia. This
time I came across a great one for anyone that lives and has a library pass in
Georgia. Many of you may know about that, but I had never heard about it, so I
figured there were others like me.
The Atlanta Zoo Library Pass:
Once
a year, you can go to your local library and check out the Atlanta Zoo Library
Pass. It’s a DVD that lasts 18 minutes. You watch the DVD that describes the
history of how the Atlanta Zoo became what it is today either at home or
possibly at the library and return it. I found it quite interesting since this
is some of my hometown history. When you return the DVD, the librarian will
fill out and provide you with a voucher that will provide entrance to the zoo
for up to four people… FREE! You only get to check it out once a year and you
only have 14 days to use it from the time you return the DVD, so you need to
plan ahead and look at weather.
When
I talked to the librarian, she shared some insight about peak times the Library Pass is checked out, like Fall Break and Spring Break during the public school year and
in the Summer it’s pretty hot too. Call ahead to make sure the pass is there before
you make the drive. They may even put it behind the desk if you tell them you
are on your way to get it right then.
The
Atlanta Zoo is a small zoo, but it has some great exhibits. It’s definitely
worth a visit, especially if you can do it for FREE! That's my favorite word!! I love that many of the
exhibits are set up where small children can see the animals at their level
instead of needing to be lifted over a fence or other barrier. We were literally 3 feet from the Moma Panda eating bamboo! Check out some
of the animals we saw…
Did
you know about the Atlanta Zoo Library Pass before? Would you care to share any
other great discounts to fun and educational attractions either near or far? I’d
love to hear from you!
God
Bless You on Your Learning Journey ~
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