Elmwood Launches Live Animal Streams During Coronavirus Closure

NORRISTOWN, PA — Elmwood Park Zoo is getting creative amidst the coronavirus closures, launching a package of online content including live streams of animals, interactive lessons, and more.

The new project, EPZoo2U.com, offers numerous free videos, games, instruction, and other zoo oriented content for both children and adults.

“Education has always been the cornerstone of Elmwood Park Zoo – it’s our first consideration in all our endeavors,” Jennifer Conti, Elmwood Park Zoo's Development Director, said in the announcement. “Our commitment to educate and engage with the community remains true even now, and we hope families can use or educational resources as so many homes become schools."

The programming is highlighted by “Zoo School Live,” a daily, 20 minute Facebook live presentation from the zoo’s education team.

It will feature a new animal from the zoo’s ambassador program every weekday. Viewers can post questions to be answered during the presentation.

It will run at 11 a.m., Monday through Friday.

Another feature is “Bubby’s Club,” named for the zoo’s beloved bison. It features activities that task children with identifying animal sounds, finding camouflaged creatures, and more. There is even a selection of books handpicked for “Bubby’s Book Club.”

Even more content will be added to the site in the coming days, the zoo said.