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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we will not be scheduling any in-person programs until at least January 1, 2021. Please note that this may be extended based on health department and CDC guidelines. Virtual programs may be available for your group via Zoom. We appreciate your patience!
About Our Programs
One-Hour Programs
Each year, NWRI’s educators give dozens presentations to local civic, special interest, school and extra-curricular groups. We commonly work with groups such as the Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Nebraska Humane Society, birding associations and nature conservancy groups to educate the public about Nebraska's native wildlife.
Our educators can present on a variety of wildlife topics. Our educators are licensed wildlife rehabilitators, educated and knowledgeable in the fields of the natural history of wildlife in Nebraska, wildlife education, and human/wildlife conflict, among other topics. We offer several different programs, and are also happy to tailor a speaking program to suit your group's interest or your students' curriculum.
Possible topics include:
Bats of Nebraska and the World
How to Attract Wildlife to your Backyard
Natural History of Nebraska Wildlife
What to Do If You Find a Wild Animal
NWRI and the Rehabilitation of Wildlife in Nebraska... and many more!
Six- to Eight- Week Programs
Our educators offer six- to eight-week programs with a set curriculum for school and other groups. These programs include 1 or two sessions per week and include units in:
City Critters
Creatures of the Night
Winter Wildlife
We can also design a curriculum that suits your students' course of study. For more information, please contact us.
Program Fees
Our presentation fee is $75 for the first hour, and $40 per hour for each additional hour for programs in the Omaha area. A minimum fee of $75 is charged, regardless of program length. Most programs generally last one hour. For engagements outside of the Omaha area, please contact us for pricing.
For six- to eight-week programs, please contact us for pricing.
Things to Note When Requesting a Speaker
Our educators do not bring animals to groups of children under the age of eight, although programs without live animals may be possible. They will speak to family groups of all ages, provided the parents of the children are present.
We ask that you contact us at least one month prior to the date of your event (2 to 3 months is preferred). We will schedule events up to one year in advance if possible.
If you would like to discuss your group's needs or to schedule a speaker, please let us know!
