Deaf and Hard of Hearing Day Combo – August 17, 2024

Description

WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW/PREPARE?

• Each tour will last approximately two hours.
• Come dressed for the weather–we do our tours rain or shine.
• Wear close-toed shoes so that you can enter animal stalls. You will be doing some walking, so make sure they are comfortable.
• Bring a lunch to enjoy in our picnic area between tours

WHAT ACCOMMODATIONS WILL BE AVAILABLE THIS DAY?

• Professional ASL interpreters through the Hearing, Speech, and Deaf Center Interpretive Services will be at each area to interpret for our tour guides.
• Additional lighting indoors with each interpreter.
• Written greetings and instructions on the program with facility descriptions and instructions.
• ASL-proficient volunteers will be accessible and identifiable on the tours, in the Trading Post gift shop, and other congregating areas.