What happens on a Zoo Overnight Adventure? This is the wildest event in town! During your action packed, Zoo Overnight Adventure you will:

Prowl the grounds on a guided evening tour and get the scoop on our Most Extreme Animals! Attend animal programs and enjoy hands-on encounters with remarkable creatures Be a contestant in the hilarious Most Extreme Challenges! Receive a complimentary Most Extreme Animals patch Have a sleepover at the zoo Compete for the coveted Best Bed Head Award! Enjoy a guided morning prowl on zoo grounds Receive free admission to the zoo on the morning after your adventure is completed (Zoo Overnight program particants only. Gates open at 9:30 a.m.)

What does it cost?
Zoo Overnight Adventure: $39 per person (youth or adult). If additional people not on the final list of participants want to join the overnight adventure, they can join but must pay $39 (cash, Visa, Mastercard, American Express and checks accepted) at the beginning of the evening.

An initial $100 registration deposit is required with your application.(Deposit is not applicable to small group registrants).Your final payment and required forms, which will be sent to you in our Zoo Overnight Adventures "Survival" packet, must be received four (4) weeks before your scheduled overnight.

Cancellation Policy The registration deposit of $100 is non-refundable. 80% of your final payment will be refunded if your cancellation is received at least 10 days prior to your scheduled overnight. For cancellations received less than 10 days prior to the scheduled overnight, 80% of your final payment will only be refunded if your scheduled date is rebooked with another group. Otherwise, your final payment is non-refundable.

When can a group schedule a Zoo Overnight Adventure?
Groups with at least 25 people can schedule an Overnight Adventure Adventures are also offered on Wednesday and Thursday nights upon request.(Select dates have been reserved for individuals, families and small groups with less than 25 people. Click here for more information).

What types of groups and how many people can you accommodate?
Group size must be a minimum of 25 and a maximum of 80 (groups up to 100 can be accommodated upon request). Multiple groups of 25 or more may be registered for the same adventure date in order to maximize participation.

All kinds of groups can share the excitement of an overnight adventure. We welcome large groups, scouts, classrooms, adults, kids, community groups, birthday parties, nature lovers, animal lovers and anyone who wants to experience the wildest side of the zoo! Youth must be at least 7 years old. Adults must accompany youth at a ratio of one adult per six youth.

What animals will we see?
You'll see lots of amazing creatures during your visits to zoo exhibits and at our exciting animal programs. There's no guarantee, however, on what we'll see during our walks on zoo grounds. As in the wild, animals may choose to remain hidden, or may be off exhibit for a number of reasons. As a result, every Zoo Overnight Adventure is unique in the animals that are seen in exhibit areas. But if you're quiet, there's a great chance you'll come eye-to-eye with lots of fantastic wild animals.

What do we eat?
A light evening snack of meat and cheese sandwiches, pretzels and juice will be provided. Your continental breakfast, consisting of muffins, fruit, hard-boiled eggs, juice and coffee, is sure to get you up and running! Special diets are the responsibility of individual program attendees.

Where do we sleep?
Overnighters spend the night at the zoo's Education Center. Your group sleeps on the floor, so don’t forget those sleeping pads!

What type of gear do we need to bring?
It's only one night, so travel light. Here’s what we recommend you bring:

• Sleeping bag and pillow
• Sleeping pad (optional, but recommended)
• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Jammies
• Clothing for inclement weather (Our adventure takes you outside)
• Camera to capture those special memories. (Flash pictures are permitted upon approval by your Zoo Adventures instructors).
• Special red-lensed flashlights will be provided.

Can I buy a Woodland Park Zoo Most Extreme Animals T-shirt? Absolutely! To remind you of your fantastic overnight experience, buy a cool-looking T-shirt. It’s a terrific glow-in-the-dark souvenir, and costs only $14. All sizes are available. Cash, checks, Visa, MC and American Express are accepted.

Will we receive a Most Extreme Animals patch? Yes! Each participant will receive a complimentary patch that illustrates our 2006 Most Extreme Animals theme!

When do I have to make my final payment for the zoo overnight?
Final payment must be received four (4) weeks before your scheduled overnight. Shortly thereafter, a final confirmation will be mailed to you. (Note: If the final payment is not received within four (4) weeks of your scheduled overnight, your scheduled date will become available for registration by other groups).

Other questions?
Please feel free to contact the Zoo Adventures Registrar with other questions at overnights@zoo.org or call 206.548.2424.