2025 Winter/Spring Animal Field Trips

Available in person at the Museum.

Tuesday-Friday either at 10:00am or 11:00am. Presentation starts promptly.

Cost: $40.

SFUSD Schools 50% Discount: Public Schools use discount code "PUBLIC" for reduced rate.

45 minute presentations.

Class size is limited to 25 students. For larger groups, please purchase two tickets.

Please review the program options below and specify the desired one upon enrollment:

1. Amazing Invertebrates

Insects and arachnids are some of the most diverse species of animals in the world! Learn about the differences between the two groups and why they are so important for the ecosystem. Meet our Arthropod Ambassadors up close for a chance to handle stick insects, feel the "sticky" feet of a cockroach, or help a tarantula smell its way around!

Recommended for Grades K and above

2. The Food Web- Predator and Prey

From the sun above to what we have for lunch, the path that food and energy travels from one organism to the other is an important part of our ecosystem. Learn about this connection through our different animal ambassadors and their place in the food chain. Students will have the chance to meet some of our resident insects, reptiles, and mammals.

Recommended for Grades 1 and above

3. Super Senses

Smell, touch, sight, taste, and hearing- these are our senses. Do other animals have the same ones? Learn about the special ways animals sense with different body parts and how these are different from how we do it! Students will have a chance to meet a variety of different animals, and even have a chance to test their own senses!

Recommended for Grades K and above

4. Reptiles and Amphibians

Reptiles and Amphibians are some of the most fantastic, yet misunderstood animals in the world. Found throughout much of the world, these are some of the most important species in their ecosystems. Through interactions with our Animal Ambassadors, students will learn about what makes reptiles different from amphibians, why the term "cold-blooded" may not be the best description for them, and why they aren't the creepy crawly creatures many people think they are!

Recommended for Grades K and above

5. Oceans: Intertidal Ecosystem

While most of us are familiar with the whales and sharks of the deep ocean, we often forget about the wonderful wildlife found right along our beaches! Taking place in our ocean exhibit, students will have a chance to see and learn about some of our native intertidal species. Learn about the bizarre sea urchin, see the tube feet of the sea star, and maybe even see the pipefish eat! Students will have a chance to visually enjoy our living animals, while preserved specimens will be used for hands-on learning.

Recommended for Grades K and above

6. Exhibit Explorations - California's Habitats and Ecosystems

A guided tour of Wild in California exhibit. Learn about some of the most interesting habitats that occur in California and the wildlife that reside there. From the redwoods to the desert, with stops in the chaparral in between, students will be able to learn about some of our native species. Interactions with our animal ambassadors will occur, as well.

Recommended for Grades K and above

Can my class see the animals?

Yes! All of our live animals reside in the Wild in California exhibit. However, touching animals will be dependent both animal and student behavior.

Do you accommodate special needs students?

Our instructors are chosen for their flexibility in teaching style and can accommodate a wide range of learning styles. Just let us know if your groups have any special needs beforehand. Our facility is ADA compliant and we have an elevator.

Is there parking?

There is a large parking lot available. Buses are able to drop students off in the parking lot.

Is there space to eat lunch?

Yes, there is an outdoor amphitheater, group picnic table, and lawn to sit and have lunch. In the event of rain, there can be space made indoors.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel your field trip up to 5 days before the event for a full refund.

How many chaperones are necessary?

We prefer that you have minimum 2 chaperone for every 10 students.

Host or Publisher Randall Museum