GNATS at Chehaw      
At night, the Parks at Chehaw comes alive and is a great place to explore.

Chehaw’s Education Staff will guide you through an evening filled with live animal interactions and adventure. The night will include an animal presentation, games and activities, a trip to the zoo on our hay wagon, and storytelling around a campfire. A continental breakfast will greet you in the morning and then you will watch the keepers “wake up” the zoo. Come and experience what a good night you can have at the swamp.

 

 
 
 
  Choose one of the following adventures:  
 
 
     
 
Night Owls
During this nocturnal animal program, you can listen to the loud croak of the bullfrog and watch to see if the bats will come out and hunt. You can even become a nocturnal “hunter” with the assistance of our Education Staff. Walking around the zoo at night might just get you more in touch with all of your senses and even make you a night owl.
After a good night’s sleep and an energizing breakfast, we will go on an early morning behind-the-scenes tour of the Wild Animal Park to see how the other half (diurnal animals) live. Watch as our diurnal animals wake up to start a new day, and see what goes into taking care of them. 		  S.O.S - Saving Other Species
Become a scientist during this look into endangered species. Discover why some species become threatened, endangered or even extinct while others live well and flourish. Learn what you can do to help, not only in other parts of the world, but also right here in South Georgia. After a good night’s sleep and an energizing breakfast, we will head to the zoo and take a closer look at some of theses animals. With the assistance of our Education Staff, you will have a chance to meet some of Chehaw’s endangered species. You can also help the keepers to make sure these animals are getting everything that they need to stay happy and healthy.
 
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Certifiably Safe Requirements
  • The minimum age is 7 years old.
  • The maximum group size is 35.
  • There must be at least one adult chaperone for every 10 children participating.
  • Each participant must have signed release forms (that we will provide).
  • The final count of those that will be attending is due 7 days before the program.
  • The program will be held rain or shine, with the exception of severe weather.
 
Certifiably Safe How to Schedule
  • Please have 2-3 nights in mind that would work for your group, as not every night is available
  • Call us at (229) 430-3966 at least two weeks in advance to book your program.
  • Keep in mind that the sooner you call, the more likely your date will be available.
  • G.N.A.T.S. programs are available Monday—Friday
  • Please eat dinner before you arrive; you may bring a snack, such as s’mores to eat around the campfire.
 
Certifiably Safe Pricing
$35
per person
with group minimum of
$525
$50
Deposit		 The deposit per group is due 7 days after the reservation is made or your date will be released.
Bonus! One free adult is admitted for every 10 children after the minimum cost is met.

Certifiably Safe Cancellations
  • Cancellations made at least 3 weeks before the program will receive a full refund minus a $10 processing fee.
 
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