Zoos and Aquariums Community Experience
Monday, November 17, 2025 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM · 4 hr. 30 min. (America/New_York)
Orange County Convention Center South Concourse Bus Loop
Special Event
Information
Network with your Zoo and Aquarium peers at the Brevard Zoo during exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of the zoo’s hospital, commissary, manatee rehab center, and sea turtle healing area. This half-day program includes access to the Brevard Zoo’s attractions, a presentation on the upcoming Bowen Aquarium project, and a ticket to the Zoo & Aquarium Reception.
Agenda
2:00 PM – Busses Depart from OCCC to Brevard Zoo
3:00 PM – Approximate Arrival Time at Brevard Zoo
3:10 PM – Presentation from Park Leadership – Namyi Namyi Lodge
4:00 PM – Group divides into one of four possible tours
- Education & Attractions Tour – Starts at Adventure Outpost, visits Zip Line, Kayak Launch, and Canopy Trail
- Conservation – Manatees & Black Bear Rehabilitation Area
- Animal Experiences – Wildlife Discover Hub
- Sustainability & Animal Wellbeing – Behind the Scenes tour of Hospital and Commissary5:00p – Zoos & Aquariums Reception Begins
6:30p – Busses Depart Brevard Zoo for OCCC
Difficulty Level
Introductory
Tracks
Zoos & Aquariums
Learning Objectives
• Discover how the design and implementation of camp as a cross-departmental function increased revenue
• Understand how to mitigate risk during unique animal encounters
• Learn about the Brevard Zoo’s conservation, rehabilitation, and reintroduction programs
• Stay tuned for a more detailed agenda that will outline the activities of each day.
Notes
Must be 18 years or older to attend. Separate ticket and Expo badge required for entry.
Access & Logistics
Access
Expo Registration and Separate Ticket Required
Ticket Availability
Sold Out
Transportation
Buses depart from Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) South Concourse at 2:00 p.m. Participants may not drive separately. Busses will depart from the Brevard Zoo at 6:30p for the OCCC South Concourse. Attendees are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes before departure time.
Food and Beverage
Hors d’oeuvres, Beer, wine, and soft drinks
Pricing - Member
199 USD
Pricing - Non-Member
329 USD
