Encounter: Approximately 30 minutes.
Maximum Group Size: Each adventure is limited to two participants. The cost for the Adventure is $80 total for one or two participants. It is the same cost, so you might as well bring a friend!
Age: Participants must be at least 8 years old. A parent or adult guardian must accompany participants under the age of 17. Please make sure to put the proper birthdate for each participant. If a participant is not at least 8 years old, they may be refused participation and forfeit their registration fee.
Photos: To keep the animals comfortable and to ensure the safety of all involved, we do not allow camera or cell phone use during Backstage Adventures. While you are in the habitat, if you wish family members or friends will be able to take pictures for you from the guest areas located in front of the habitat. No photos can be taken in any non-public area.
Meeting Area: An animal care specialist will meet you at the public entrance of Sweety Bird at the sign that reads “Your Backstage Adventure Meets Here” at 11:45 a.m. Your adventure is scheduled to begin promptly at 12:00 p.m. Please do not wander away from this area until one of our animal care staff meets you.
You must be on time: Since you will be participating with a scheduled enrichment session, this Adventure must start on time. If you are late, the session will proceed without you. Participants that do not show up for their registered session or choose to leave early will not be granted a refund. 
Refund Policy: Refunds are only available 14 calendar days before the program date and there will be a non-refundable 25% deposit for each program. Please be aware that though it is rare, Backstage Adventures can be cancelled by Brookfield Zoo Chicago at any time due to animal welfare, dangerous weather, or staff needs. If your program is cancelled, you will be contacted with as much notice as possible to schedule another date for your adventure. Please note that due to the great diversity of bird species here at Brookfield Zoo Chicago and their wide variety of needs, especially as the seasons change, the birds pictured in this packet are not guaranteed to be part of your Backstage Adventure program.