Wild Wise: So Stinkin' Cute (Skunks)
Calgary WildlifeMore than just a smell! Meet the misunderstood skunks in our neighbourhoods.
Quick Facts
Format
In-person Outreach
Cost
$185 per classroom (up to 30 students recommended). Additional travel fees apply outside Calgary, Airdrie and Cochrane.
Grades
Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6
Length
Single session (under 2 hours)
Group Size
5–30 students
Language
English
Time of Year
Year-round
Setting
Indoor
Districts
Southern Alberta–wide
About This Program
Discover the secret lives of Calgary's striped, nighttime neighbours! Through songs, movement, fascinating biofacts and real wildlife patient stories, students learn how skunks communicate, defend themselves and help keep our urban ecosystems healthy.
What to Expect
This interactive, 60-minute classroom presentation is delivered by a Calgary Wildlife educator at your school or organization. Students explore local wildlife through engaging visuals, songs, movement, animal sounds, biofacts such as pelts and skulls, and real stories from our wildlife rehabilitation hospital. Each program encourages curiosity, introduces ways to coexist with urban wildlife, and includes a wildlife journal and sticker for continued classroom learning. A TV or projector with audio is recommended. Please note that Wild Wise programs do not include live animals.
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Accessibility
Physical Accessibility
Our educators travel directly to your school or facility, so physical accessibility depends on your venue. Some activities include optional dancing and movement, but students can participate in ways that are comfortable and accessible to them.
Neurodiverse Accommodations
Our programs incorporate a variety of activities and teaching methods to engage different learning styles, including visual, auditory and hands-on learning. Educators can adapt activities and delivery to accommodate students' individual needs.
How to Book
To book a Wild Wise program, visit our online booking page, select your preferred program, and submit a booking request for your desired date and time. Once your request has been reviewed and approved, you will receive an invoice with instructions for online payment. For questions or special accommodations, please contact education@calgarywildlife.org.
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