Critter Connections Animal Programs
Lancaster/York
Lancaster/York
If you enjoy touching and learning about fascinating animals that are rarely seen close-up, we have great news! Our experienced animal presenters are ready to provide an educational and entertaining animal presentation for your birthday, school, scout group, child care center, senior event, fair, camp program, library and other events.
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What do you love most about your job?
We enjoy watching the faces of children light up as they hold one of our snakes or lizards for the first time and in helping both children and adults overcome their apprehensions about holding or touching our animals Our mission is to educate people about the proper care of animals and to understand and respect all living creatures.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I have a collection of captive born snakes, lizards, turtles, tortoises, insects, rabbits and guinea pigs. I enjoy teaching about these interesting animals and sharing them with people of all ages.
My program started over 16 years ago when I began sharing the animals I had in my classroom with children at their birthday parties. I have since retired and I now enjoy teaching about my animals and providing a safe way for children and adults to touch and hold them in my critter programs.
Since then, I have taken my animals to hundreds of birthday celebrations, schools, Boy and Girl Scout meetings, child care centers, summer camps, church festivals, fairs, elementary fun nights, senior groups and other events. I would enjoy bringing my animals to your birthday celebration, fair or other event to share my knowledge and love of these magnificent creatures.
We are currently also providing virtual programs, where we share the same animals that we bring to our in-person programs. Our virtual one-hour program fee is only $75.
Sincerely,
Mike Buleza
Why should our clients choose you?
We provide an engaging animal program that is unique and educational. Here are some testimonials from our clients:
"I must say that your table at our recent Family Fun Night has been the talk of many families since last Saturday. You made quite an impression with lots of kids as well as their parents! Thank you so much for being a part of our Fun Night."
Pastor Larry
"You did our boys' party on the 13th and so awesome! You really know how to handle kids with special needs!!! Tucker is still talking about it ! He begs me everyday saying he wants to visit! Awwww! Blue tongue skink is now on the Christmas list! Lol Thank you for making such a great impression! "
Shanda
"Thank you so much for volunteering your time and performing at our Broden's Dream fundraiser. The kids really enjoyed holding your critters and learning all about the animals. You certainly spent a long time with us! Thank you for staying to share your animals with the kids who were really interested in you and your animals. Thanks again for coming! You were the highlight of our afternoon!"
Jen Jones
"Dear Mike, I just wanted to drop a quick line to say thank you to you. The party turned out GREAT and you were most definitely a hit. I know several parents commented on that this was the BEST idea for a birthday party they have ever seen. My daughter and myself greatly enjoyed the show. Thank You very much!"
Ed
"I want to thank you for your time, knowledge, and respect that you shared with the Juniors of Penn Laurel Council (Girl Scouts). You not only shared a respect of the critters you brought, but of the girls themselves. You showed them trust and respect by giving them your animals to look after and share with their friends and they lived up to your expectations. For me, it was not only a learning experience about animals, but also about the nature of children experiencing them. Thank you for the knowledge and life-building experience that you shared with all of us that day."
Sincerely, K.S. Co-Leader J802
"As an elementary teacher and former principal, I know how valuable these presentations are to our science program. Our students love your hands-on, informative presentations. You make science fun and exciting. Our students ask for you to return every year!"
- Anna Bickford, Lead Teacher, Spring Grove Learning Center, Spring Grove, PA
"What's Up? I really liked your presentation with all of those little critters. I learned many things about snakes and turtles. Snakes with skinny heads are nonpoisonous, except the coral snake, which is poisonous, and that snakes with thick heads are poisonous. Also, some turtles have certain adaptations that give them advantages. My favorite part was holding the corn snake. So, I really had fun at your exhibit and I want to see all your animals again or get my own."
Sincerely,
Matt (seventh grade student)
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Yes, we are happy to provide virtual programs where we show and explain the same animals we share during our in-person program. Our fee for a one-hour virtual program is only $75.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
Our presenters wear a face mask and follow all social distancing and other COVID requirements. We have been sharing our animals successfully during the current pandemic at birthdays, scout events, festivals, camps and other events.
