Nature Rx Zoo Passes
Explore Outdoors!
Research shows that time spent in naturalistic exhibits at zoos can have a positive impact on physical and mental well-being. To help you enjoy these benefits, the McDonald Center has zoo passes Notre Dame students may borrow.
Potawatomi Zoo
The Potawatomi Zoo pass will allow a student and up to seven friends or family members entrance to the zoo (8 people total).
Please note: Our zoo pass is only valid during regular zoo hours and not during special/private events. There are also no other discounts in the Zoo with our pass such as: Gift Shop, Birthday Parties, Education Camps, Bear Lodge, Attractions etc.
How to Borrow a Pass
Zoo passes are for Notre Dame student use; postdocs are considered employees.
Sign up to use a pass on a specific weekend using the link below. Once you’ve chosen your weekend, you can pick up the pass anytime between Wednesday and Thursday at 5 pm before your reserved weekend.
If the pass is not picked up by Thursday at 5 pm, we will offer it to someone on our alternate list.
Please note, you will need to arrange your own transportation to and from the chosen park.