{"id":4230,"date":"2026-07-11T16:18:51","date_gmt":"2026-07-11T16:18:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopbuild.gatorama.com\/?page_id=4230"},"modified":"2026-07-11T23:45:56","modified_gmt":"2026-07-11T23:45:56","slug":"swamp-school-explorers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/shopbuild.gatorama.com\/index.php\/swamp-school-explorers\/","title":{"rendered":"SWAMP SCHOOL EXPLORERS"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Swamp School: Explorer Missions<\/span><\/h3>

Want to become an official Gatorama Swamp School graduate? We have designed four exciting Explorer Missions for kids and teens (ages 5 to 15) to complete during their visit! These interactive challenges encourage kids to use their creativity, practice their photography, and even try their hand at being a wildlife reporter.<\/span><\/p>

Once you complete a mission, share your work with us on social media using our official handle\u00a0<\/span>@gatoramafun<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0and the hashtag\u00a0<\/span>#GatoramaExplorer<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0so our team can feature your adventure!<\/span><\/p>

\"\"Mission 1: The Swamp Reporter <\/span><\/h4>
Video Mission<\/span><\/h6>

Grab a parent’s phone and channel your inner wildlife show host! Find your favorite animal at the park\u2014like Sahara and Sparky the Fennec Foxes, Dozer the giant tortoise, or even Goliath\u2014and record a 30-second “wildlife report.”<\/span><\/p>

Your Goal:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Introduce the animal, share one fun fact you learned from the exhibit sign, and explain why you think they are cool!<\/span><\/p>

How to Share:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Have your parents post your video on Instagram or Facebook, tag\u00a0<\/span>@GatoramaAdventures<\/span><\/strong>, and use\u00a0<\/span>#GatoramaExplorer<\/span><\/strong> so our keepers can watch and grade your report!<\/span><\/p>

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Mission 2: The Photo Safari <\/span><\/h4>
Photography Mission<\/span><\/h6>

Test your camera skills and see if you can capture all five of these unique, close-up shots during your park tour:<\/span><\/p>

Toothy Smile:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0A safe photo of a crocodile showing its teeth with its mouth closed.<\/span><\/p>

Super Ears:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0A photo showing just how big the Fennec Fox’s ears are compared to its body.<\/span><\/p>

Ancient Armor:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0A close-up texture photo of Dozer the tortoise’s hard, layered shell.<\/span><\/p>

Baby Step:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0A photo of a tiny baby gator hanging out in the Baby Gator Pod.<\/span><\/p>

Boardwalk Views:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0A beautiful landscape shot looking out into the wild Everglades marsh from our boardwalk.<\/span><\/p>

How to Share:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Post your best photo or a collage of your safari on social media with the hashtag\u00a0<\/span>#GatoramaExplorer<\/span><\/strong>!<\/span><\/p>

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Mission 3: The Sound Detective <\/span><\/h4>
Listening Mission<\/span><\/h6>

Reptiles and birds are surprisingly loud! Put on your listening ears and try to track down and identify three different sounds around the park:<\/span><\/p>

The Hatchling Chirp:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Listen closely to the Baby Gator Pod. Can you hear the high-pitched “chirp-chirp” of the baby gators?<\/span><\/p>

The Aviary Chorus:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Head over to the covered aviary and listen to the different bird calls. Can you spot which bird is making each sound?<\/span><\/p>

The Splish-Splash:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Listen for the heavy splash of our big gators and crocs. Is it a gentle tail-wag swim, or a giant feeding splash?<\/span><\/p>

Explorer Question:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Talk to your family about what you think the animals are trying to communicate to each other with their sounds!<\/span><\/p>

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\"\"Mission 4: The Conservation Pledge <\/span><\/h4>
Eco-Mission<\/span><\/h6>

After walking the Edge of the Swamp and learning about our conservation work, think about how we can help protect these amazing animals.<\/span><\/p>

Your Goal:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Draw a picture or write down one simple thing you can do at home or school to help keep wetlands clean and safe for wildlife (like recycling plastic, saving water, or never feeding wild animals).<\/span><\/p>

How to Share:<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Take a photo of your pledge or drawing, post it, and tag us so we can add your pledge to our digital conservation wall of conservation heroes!<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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