School & Group Field Trips at
RIVERSIDE REPTILES EDUCATION CENTER
Riverside Reptiles Education Center offers one of the most unique and educational school field trip experiences in Connecticut, giving students the chance to explore live reptiles and amphibians up close. Our programs support NGSS science standards and provide hands-on learning for grades Pre-K through 12. Located in Hartford County, RREC is an ideal destination for STEM field trips, science enrichment days, and group visits of all kinds.​
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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 give students the opportunity to engage directly with more than 70 species of reptiles and amphibians while exploring concepts such as adaptations, habitats, food webs, and biodiversity. These experiences reinforce core ideas from the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), making our programs a strong choice for teachers seeking curriculum-aligned science field trips in Connecticut.
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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​
Schools across Connecticut choose RREC for STEM-focused science field trips that are memorable, immersive, and academically meaningful.
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What's Included in Every Field Trip
Perfect for elementary, middle, high school, and mixed-grade groups.
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All field trips include:
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Self-guided exploration of our indoor exhibits and outdoor spaces
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Encounters with reptiles and amphibians from around the world
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Optional scavenger hunt worksheets for students
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Access to our education classroom for lunch (based on availability)
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Support from our education team during your visit​
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These experiences directly reinforce NGSS concepts including:
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Structure & Function
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Habitats & Adaptations
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Interdependent Relationships
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Ecosystems & Biodiversity
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Environmental Science
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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Self-Guided Field Trip Admission
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Group Type
Pre-K – 8th Grade Students
9th – 12th Grade Students
College Students / Adults
Adult Chaperones
Teachers & Staff
Price Per Person
$10
$12
$12
$12
FREE
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Group discount, 15+ paying participants.
Group discount, 15+ paying participants.
Group discount, 15+ paying participants.
Applies to non-teacher adults.
Unlimited teachers free with the group.
Enhance Your Visit with a Wild Workshop (Optional)
Our Wild Workshop is a private, educator-led presentation featuring multiple ambassador animals. This classroom program can be tailored to your grade level and curriculum focus.
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Wild Workshop Add-On Options:
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30-Minute Wild Workshop – add $8 per student
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60-Minute Wild Workshop – add $12 per student​
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Workshops support a wide range of NGSS life-science standards and are a popular choice for teachers planning STEM and biology field trips in Connecticut.
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Optional Add-On: Wild Workshop
Program Length
30-Minute Wild Workshop
60-Minute Wild Workshop
Add-On Cost Per Student
+ $8
+ $12
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Live animal program with multiple ambassador animals and Q&A.
Longer, deeper program with more animals & discussion.
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Simple, Transparent Pricing
Riverside Reptiles Education Center provides affordable Connecticut school group pricing for public schools, private schools, homeschool groups, camps, and youth organizations. Group rates apply to visits with 15 or more paying participants, and teachers attend for free, making RREC one of the best-value educational field trips in CT.​
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Pricing Examples
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Elementary Group (Pre-K–8):
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Self-guided: $10 per student
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With 30-minute workshop: $18 per student
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With 60-minute workshop: $22 per student
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Middle/High School (Grades 9–12):
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Self-guided: $12 per student
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With 30-minute workshop: $20 per student
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With 60-minute workshop: $24 per student
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College/Adult Group
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Self-guided: $12 per student
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With 30-minute workshop: $20 per student
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With 60-minute workshop: $24 per student
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These rates make RREC one of the best-value educational field trips in CT.
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Many educators choose RREC because we offer a flexible schedule that can accommodate different class sizes, grade levels, and curriculum goals. Below are some sample itineraries used by schools planning a science field trip in Hartford County.
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Sample 2-Hour Field Trip Schedule
10:00 – 10:10 | Arrival, check-in, welcome
10:10 – 10:40 | Wild Workshop (optional)
10:40 – 11:30 | Self-guided exhibit exploration & scavenger hunt
11:30 – 12:00 | Lunch in classroom + gift shop (optional)
12:00 | Departure​​
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Sample 3-Hour Field Trip Schedule
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10:00 – 10:10 | Arrival, check-in, welcome
10:10 – 11:10 | Wild Workshop (60-minute live animal program)
11:10 – 12:00 | Self-guided exhibit exploration & scavenger hunt
12:00 – 12:20 | Lunch in classroom or picnic area
12:20 – 1:00 | Additional exhibit exploration + gift shop (optional)
1:00 | Departure
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(Custom schedules available.)
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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Are teachers free?
Yes. All teachers are free of charge.
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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.
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Is the center ADA accessible?
Yes. Please let us know if any students require additional accommodations.
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
Riverside Reptiles Education Center proudly serves schools across Connecticut, including Hartford County, Tolland County, and surrounding regions. Our NGSS-aligned field trips are ideal for science classes, STEM enrichment, biology units, and hands-on animal education programs.