The Field Trip That Comes to You!
Bring hands-on animal learning directly to your school, daycare, camp, or learning center. Chamberlin Pony Rides & Mobile Petting Zoo offers safe, engaging, and educational animal encounters that give students the chance to meet, observe, and interact with real farm animals in a fun and memorable way.Our school programs are perfect for classrooms, assemblies, preschool groups, summer camps, libraries, homeschool groups, and special events.
Who This Is For
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Schools
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Preschools
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Daycares
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Libraries
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Summer camps
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Homeschool groups
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Special needs classrooms
Why Schools Choose Chamberlin
Since 2000, Chamberlin Pony Rides has provided professional mobile animal experiences throughout Michigan. Our programs are designed to be fun, organized, age-appropriate, and easy for schools to host.Students can learn about animal care, farm life, responsibility, kindness, and the important role animals play in our world. Programs can be adapted for different age groups, classroom sizes, and school settings.
Some of our Program Choices
Small Petting Farm - $355
Best for: Classrooms, preschools, and small school groups that want a hands-on farm animal experience with a little more variety.
Includes: (8-10 Animals) Goats, Sheep, Ducks, Chickens, and Bunnies
Time: 1 hour minimum visit
Rate: $355 for the first hour | $100 each additional 1/2 hour
Optional: Add pony rides ($100/hr)
Zootopia - $255
Best for: Preschools, classrooms, and smaller groups that want a simple, gentle animal experience with our smallest farm animals.
Includes: (6-8 Animals) Ducks, Chickens, and Bunnies
Time: 1 hour minimum visit
Rate: $255 for the first hour | $75 each additional 1/2 hour
Optional: Add a Goat on a Leash with Food ($30/hr)
Complete Party Package - $505
Best for: Schools, daycares, camps, and special events that want the full experience
Complete Petting Zoo: (12-15 Animals) Alpaca, (miniature horse, cow, or donkey), goats, sheep, ducks, chickens, and bunnies
Pony Rides: 1 Pony for back rides (Holds up to 120 lbs.) (15-20 rides per hour) *You may upgrade to a horse for $50/hr (holds 175 lb.)
Twisty Balloons: Simple Designs (Dog, Hat, Sword) (up to 15-20 balloons per hour)
Time: 1 hour minimum visit
Rate: $505 for the first hour | $175 for each additional half hour
Complete Petting Zoo - $455
Best for: Schools, carnivals, assemblies, and larger group events that want a hands-on animal experience without pony rides or balloons.
Includes 12-15 Animals: Alpaca, (miniature horse, cow, or donkey), goats, sheep, ducks, chickens, and bunnies
Time: 1 hour minimum visit
Rate: $455 for the first hour | $150 for each additional half hour
Optional: Upgrade to the Complete Party Package for $50/hr more! (Includes Balloons & a Pony for back rides)
Setup Options
We offer flexible setup options depending on your school’s space.
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Indoor: Gyms, classrooms, multipurpose rooms, or approved indoor spaces using tarps when needed.
Outdoor: Lawns, playground areas, courtyards, or open school grounds.
Cold Weather: Heated tent options may be available during colder months.
Group Size
For the best experience, students are typically divided into smaller groups so each child has time to observe, ask questions, and interact safely.
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Session lengths and group rotations can be adjusted based on the number of students, age group, and total event time.
Request a School Visit!
To schedule an educational animal visit, please contact us with your preferred date, school location, student count, age group, and program interest.
We will help recommend the best option for your school.
Safety & Requirements
Chamberlin Pony Rides prioritizes safety, cleanliness, and animal welfare at every event.
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Hand sanitizer is provided
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Students should wash or sanitize hands before and after animal interaction
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Animals must be treated gently and respectfully
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A Certificate of Insurance can be provided when needed
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Programs can be adjusted for students with special needs
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Indoor and outdoor setups must be approved in advance
4 Pony Ring - $950 (3 Hours)
Best for: Large school events, carnivals, festivals, and busy events that need multiple ponies to keep the line moving.
Includes: 4 ponies for hand-led pony rides in a designated riding area
Time: 3 hour minimum visit
Rate: $950 for 3 hours
Optional: Add a Complete Petting Zoo for $450
Jumbo Zoo - $1,510 (3 Hours)
Best for: Large school events, carnivals, festivals, and community events that want our biggest hands-on petting zoo experience.
Includes: 40 animals including alpacas, miniature horse or donkey, cow, goats, sheep, ducks, chickens, bunnies, and other farm animals
Time: 3 hour minimum visit
Rate: $1,510 for 3 hours
Optional:
Add a Pony Ring for $950
Add a Pony for back rides for $100/hr
Larger Options for Bigger Events
Some of our favorite memories
CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS
Review left by Out Of The Norm
Hi guys, my name is Rachel I am the owner and operator of Rachel’s Daycare and Learning Center. I am so pleased to share my experience with Chamberlin Ponys Rides. I have been using this company for as long as I can remember, and great service is something that they specialize in. Each time Chamberlin has come to our Center they left the crowd cheering for more. and all my kids are very happy. Thank you Chamberland for all that you do you are truly appreciated ❤️ We love you guys
Rachel’s Daycare and Learning Center
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Ellen Durand
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Review left by Ellen Durand
We LOVE Chamberlin Pony rides and petting zoo at Day Camp. Friendly staff with smiles and they are very eager to help the children feel comfortable. Always professional and enthusiastic about the animals they bring. The campers look forward to seeing them every year!
Review left by Lisa Uhrich
We have used Chamberlin for several years for our Preschool Family Fun Fair. The children love the pony rides and the petting zoo. We have always been pleased with the service they provide. They are prompt and friendly to our staff and families. I highly recommend this business to help keep the children smiling at your party!
Lisa Uhrich
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Meet the Educational Visit Team
We take great pride in offering a high-quality educational program, guided by our professional educators.
