Malott Family R.O.A.R. Corps

Spring 2025 Cohort: April 12 & 19 or April 26 & May 3

Free

Current middle schoolers (Grades 5–8)

Overview

Want to be a wildlife conservation champion? Are you passionate about protecting the planet? Lincoln Park Zoo invites you to join the Malott Family R.O.A.R. Corps, where you can learn to make a difference through Research, Observation, Action, and Restoration! During an in-person Research and Observation session, you’ll dive deeper into conservation topics through activities and challenges, chats with zoo experts, brainstorming sessions, and inquiry-based learning. We’ll culminate with an Action and Restoration Day, in which the real-world conservation projects or activities created by you and your friends will be implemented!

Registration opens Tuesday, March 4, at 10 a.m.

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Dates, Times, & Pricing

Pricing

FREE for current middle schoolers (Grades 5–8)

Spring 2025 Cohort Tracks

Track A: Desert Defenders

What comes to mind when you think of a desert? These mysterious ecosystems may be dry, but they are rich with wildlife. Deserts are delicately balanced and any change in temperature or moisture can have drastic effects. Global warming and human activity are changing the way deserts look, but you can help! Grab your water bottle and get ready to defend the deserts.

Saturday, April 12: Research and Observation Day, 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 19: Action and Restoration Day, 10 a.m.–noon

Track B: River Otter Rangers

Spotted: An elusive North American river otter has been caught on one of the Urban Wildlife Institute’s wildlife cameras! River otters were once abundant throughout Illinois. However, habitat loss and overhunting caused their numbers to decline dramatically. Conservation efforts focused on improving Chicagoland’s waterways have allowed for the gradual return of these playful, semiaquatic mammals. Join the otter romp and make a difference for our wild neighbors!

Saturday, April 26: Research and Observation Day, 10 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 3: Action and Restoration Day, 10 a.m.–noon

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Health & Safety

If you or anyone in your group feels unwell prior to arriving, shows any signs of contagious illness or fever, or has been in close contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19, please do not attend the program.

Feedback From Past Cohorts

“I think that this was a really fun way to make friends while also showing that I am a friend to Mother Nature through activities that have helped my understanding of what even the youngest of us can do to help our planet.”–2022 Fall Cohort Participant

“This program has fueled my desire to care for the earth and be part of the activism that helps to protect our home.” –2022 Fall Cohort Participant

“I plan to become a wildlife biologist when I grow up, so it helped me learn how to prepare for such a career.” –2022 Fall Cohort Participant

Still Have Questions?

Contact Learning at learning@lpzoo.org with additional questions.

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