Educators
Share Wonders of Wildlife with Your Students
Wonders of Wildlife offers opportunities for students to learn about conservation and natural habitats through interactive experiences.
Through our aquarium and wildlife galleries, outreach programs, field trips and other learning opportunities, we're pleased to offer a variety of educational programs for students to experience.
Getting Here
WOW is connected to the Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World headquarters in Springfield, MO. Free parking is available in front of Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World and outside the Aquarium’s Great Oceans Hall.
Dining
WOW offers two on-site dining and snack options, Fish Tales Cafe and the Shipwreck Snack Bar. It's also conveniently located next to Hemingway's, Bass Pro Shops dine-in experience.
Teacher Planning Tickets
Did you know we offer a complimentary planning ticket to educators for confirmed field trips? You can use this ticket to tour the facility and identify specific galleries and exhibits you would like your students and chaperones to focus on.
Accessibility
Wonders of Wildlife is fully accessible by wheelchair, and we offer complimentary wheelchair rentals during your visit. Ample seating is available in various areas of the Wildlife Galleries and the Aquarium Adventure.
Education Programs
WOLF School
Learn about the Wonders of the Ozarks Learning Facility (WOLF) School—a comprehensive outdoor learning school to inspire the next generation of conservationists.
Outreach Programs
Let us bring Wonders of Wildlife to you! Our qualified educators will bring conservation to life for your students at your own school.
Field Trips
Visit the WOW aquarium and wildlife galleries to give students a fun and educational experience about the complex world we live in.
Contact Our Education Team
If you have questions about our educational offerings or are interested in booking an experience, please contact our education department.
- Phone: 417-225-1162
- Email: edu@wondersofwildlife.org