The Insect Adventure is extremely flexible when it comes to presentations; if you can dream it, we can bug it.  Festivals, fairs, 4-H, schools, Scouts, birthdays, Halloween events, and so much more are perfect for the Insect Adventure!

Presentations may be held at the Insect Adventure facility or scheduled at any location across Oklahoma.

The Insect Adventure schedule fills up very quickly–especially April-September–so we recommend booking early!

For all sit-down events (classroom-sized presentations and birthday parties) we suggest ages 4+. Children must be able to sit quietly for at least 30 minutes during presentations. Presentations involve live animals and to insure their safety and protection we do not allow free-roaming around the room during presentations. If children cannot remain seated during presentations, the live animals must be put away, but activities and crafts will be brought out instead.

Typically, presentations fall into 4 categories:

1. Classroom-sized groups. Recommended group size is 20 to 40 individuals. This type of presentation can last from 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the size and age of the group. The group sits and insects are passed around from person to person. Questions and touching are encouraged. A large amount of information is given on each insect presented. This presentation can be held at either the Insect Adventure facility in Stillwater or on location. Several presentations may be scheduled sequentially.
2. Large Events. This type of presentation may last for as long as the organizer chooses. Three to six tables are set up with the insects and labels on display and people pass by at their own speed.  Insects may be touched, but will not be brought out of the display containers. Such events usually include County Fairs, State Fairs, Festivals, etc. Group size may be unlimited.
3. Birthday Parties. Birthday Parties usually take place on Saturdays and last for 2 hours. During these parties, a live Insect Petting Zoo Presentation will be included along with time for the party-goers to explore exhibits, ask questions about our bugs, and play outside. Tables for gifts and treats are provided.
4. Open Hours. 1st and 3rd Saturdays of every month (except State Holidays), The Insect Adventure will have open hours to the general public from 10 am to 2 pm. The usual $2 charge will be applied; however appointments are not necessary, as the format is come-and-go at your own pace.

Scheduling a visit to the Insect Adventure facility in Stillwater:

• By appointment only
• Approximately 1 hour
• 20-40 people per group
• $2 per person

Scheduling a visit from the Insect Adventure at your event anywhere in Oklahoma: 

• $200 for up to 4 hour block of presentations (if your presentations are at multiple locations, travel between locations and set up time must be included in the block)
• Additional $100 for more than 4 hours (2-hr increments)
• Additional $50 travel charge outside of Payne County up to 100 miles
• Additional $100 travel charge for over 100 miles
• $200 for Birthday Parties off-site (we will bring a craft or activity too!)

EXAMPLE: If you are a teacher in Oklahoma City or Tulsa, having the Zoo come to your classroom for a whole day of 50-minute presentations (7 presentations from 8 am-2 pm) would cost $350.

Scheduling a Birthday Party at the Insect Adventure:

• By appointment only
• 2-hour duration
• $100 per party
• Normally on Saturdays

**A pre-paid deposit is NOT required.

To schedule with the Insect Adventure:

• Complete and submit this form

** Please keep in mind that the Insect Adventure depends on presentation income, donations, and grants to function. There are many ways to raise the funds required to get the bug zoo to your event! If you need help, please explore the options below:

You can request funding from organizations such as: Local banks, Local businesses, PTA Associations, Educational Field Trip Grants,and County Extension Offices.

If you need help writing a grant, Dr. Shufran (andrine@okstate.edu) would be happy to provide you a short write-up of why the Insect Adventure would be a great opportunity to benefit your event.