Zoo Camps

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Discover your WILD side at Zoo Camps! Each Zoo Camp is a stand-alone session, based on a popular nature-based theme. Camps are educational, encouraging active learning through games, crafts, age-appropriate science explorations, and hands-on encounters with a variety of live Animal Ambassadors. Rich in STEM-based activities, these camps engage the natural curiosity in a child and allow ample opportunity to practice critical emerging science skills. Learning has never been so much fun!

Your camp fee includes all materials and supplies, a daily snack, workbook, and a photo keepsake. An optional Extended Care service is available for select camps for a small additional fee.

A typical day at Zoo Camp includes several encounters with our education Animal Ambassadors. Children are encouraged, but never required, to touch animals whenever it is safe and appropriate.

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Pre-registration is required for Zoo Camps

Pre-registration is required for all zoo youth programs in which a minor is dropped off at the zoo during program hours. This includes Zoo Camps, Critter Classes, Wildlife Workshops, Kids Night Out/Drop & Shop and some homeschool programs. Things to know before completing pre-registration:

  • There is no additional cost associated with pre-registration for Zoo programs. 
  • During pre-registration you will be required to upload two important forms to share emergency contact info, pick-up permissions, and other info to help us set your child up for success!
  • Once you have completed pre-registration for the calendar year you are all set to register for your desired Zoo Camp and Youth Class sessions! You only need to complete pre-registration once per child.
  • You can review and update your forms in your CivicRec profile at any time.

Thanks for helping us make sure we have all the info needed to keep your child safe and successful while they are in our care. 

Pre-registration forms - download here:

  1. 2026 Zoo Emergency Contact and Pick Up Permissions Form
  2. 2026 Zoo Health Advisory and Accommodation Form

Please review before registration:

  1. Zoo Education Programs Participation Agreement and Cancellation Policy - Family & Youth Programs
  2. Zoo Pre-Registration Instructions