School & Group Field Trips at
RIVERSIDE REPTILES EDUCATION CENTER
Looking for an exciting, hands-on, truly educational field trip in Connecticut?
Bring your students, campers, scouts, or youth group to Riverside Reptiles Education Center (RREC) — Connecticut’s premier reptile and amphibian experience.
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Our 13,000-square-foot indoor exhibit hall and 4,000-square-foot outdoor space create an unforgettable learning adventure for kids of all ages.
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✓ NGSS-aligned life-science learning
✓ Hands-on animal encounters
✓ Grade-level learning objectives
✓ Private classroom for group programs
✓ Easy group booking & discounted rates
✓ Teachers always attend FREE.
✓ Group discounted rates apply for groups of 15 or more.
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Why Choose RREC for Your Field Trip?
Hands-On, Curriculum-Aligned Learning
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Our field trips bring science to life. Students learn about:
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Animal adaptations & survival strategies
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Reptile and amphibian biology
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Ecosystems & habitats
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Conservation and environmental stewardship
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Classification and biodiversity​
All programs support Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) across elementary, middle, and high school levels.​
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Perfect for All Age Groups
We tailor each field trip to your needs:
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Pre-K & Elementary: interactive exploration, sensory learning, and up-close encounters
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Middle School: biological concepts, food webs, ecosystems, and adaptations
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High School/College: ecology, anatomy, conservation science, advanced reptile biology
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Camps, Scouts & Youth Groups also welcome!​
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Spacious & Safe Facility
Explore 13,000 sq. ft. indoors plus a 4,000 sq. ft. outdoor exhibit — with a private education classroom for group activities.
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Simple, Transparent Pricing
Group rates apply when you have 15 or more paying participants.
All teachers attend FREE.
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Self-Guided Field Trip Admission
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Group Type ​​
Price Per Person
Notes
Pre-K - 8th Grade Students
9th - 12th Grade Students
College Students & Adults
Adult Chaperones
Teachers
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$10
$12
$12
$12
FREE
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Group rate (15+)
Group rate (15+)
Group rate (15+)
Applies to all non-teacher adults
Unlimited teachers free
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Add-On: "Wild Workshop" Live Animal Program
A Wild Workshop is an optional live-animal presentation in our private classroom
Program Length
Add-on Cost Per Student
What's Included
30-minute Wild
Workshop
60-minute Wild
Workshop​
+$8
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+$12​
Meet several ambassador animals, interactive Q&A.
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A deeper, hands-on program with more animals and extended learning.
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Important:
Students pay the base field trip admission PLUS the Wild Workshop fee if they choose this add-on.
Teachers remain FREE regardless of program.
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What is a Wild Workshop?
A Wild Workshop is a private, live-animal program led by one of our educators.
Students meet several ambassador reptiles up close and learn through interactive demonstrations.
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Perfect for deeper learning, STEM integration, or meeting curriculum goals. Choose one of our programs or click here to download the NGSS-aligned program packet.
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Choose from:
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30 minutes (fast-paced, ideal for younger students)
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60 minutes (more hands-on, more animals, more Q&A)
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What Your Field Trip Includes
Self-Guided Exploration
Students explore more than 100 species of reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates across immersive exhibits.
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Scavenger Hunt
Optional activities keep students engaged and learning.
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Private Classroom Access
Use our classroom for lunch, workshops, storage, or teacher-led activities.
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Free Planning Packet
Includes chaperone guidelines, sample schedule, parent info, and pre-visit tips.
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Sample Field Trip Itinerary
10:00 AM – Arrival & Welcome
10:10 AM – Live Animal Presentation (optional Wild Workshop)
10:40 AM – Self-Guided Exhibit Exploration
11:30 AM – Lunch & Classroom Time (optional)
12:00 PM – Gift Shop (optional)
12:15 PM – Departure
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(Custom schedules available.)
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How many students can you accommodate?
Large groups are welcome thanks to our spacious facility.
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How long is a field trip?
Most visits last 2–3 hours.
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Can we eat lunch onsite?
Yes — your group may use our private classroom.
Do chaperones pay?
Yes, chaperones are $12 each.
Teachers are FREE.
Can we book a field trip without a Wild Workshop?
Absolutely — self-guided field trips are welcomed and popular.
Is the gift shop available?
Yes, optional and supervised.
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BOOK YOUR FEILD TRIP!
We’d love to host your students!
Click on the button below or contact us to get started.
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📧 Email: education@riversidereptiles.com
📞 Phone: (860) 207-9335 x 13
