You need to custom tailor your presentations based upon the capabilities and interests of your audience. Having said that, I must admit that one of my most memorable and enjoyable birthday party tours was for a lady who had just turned 65. Photo by Mary Goodner Sarah Goodner learns about insects through interpretation of anecdotes, and the ladies had a great time. They even got their souvenir sharks teeth. Birthdays normally are geared for kids between ages 6 and 10, and being cyclical, they allow us to focus on that concept, for example finding flowers which are only in bloom on the child's birthday.
Birthday parties have a further benefit in appealing to first-time visitors.
We've gotten numerous calls from people invited to a birthday party who needed directions. Connecting with the Community Interpretation, like marketing, connects with customers. Each and every day we receive phone calls with questions regarding any and all aspects of the environment. In many cases, the only personal contact people have with the park district may be at the nature center, zoo or botanical garden. More than just diversions, these are places where people have fun, reflect, and learn.