Special Event

REGISTRATION STARTS  MARCH 1, 2009!

Children will have fascinating adventures with the natural world this summer at Camp Zoo.  Each age-appropriate, weeklong session is filled with up-close animal encounters, hands-on activities, games, in depth investigations, and organized free-time. 

During the mornings, we'll take advantage of the cooler temperatures and participate in more outdoor activities such as water-play and hiking.  In the afternoons when the temperature increases, we will spend more time participating in indoor activities.

Camp Zoo at the Phoenix Zoo is for students who are entering Kindergarten through 8^th grade in the fall of 2009.  Choose from 9 weeks of full-day (8 a.m. – 3  p.m.) or half-day (8 a.m. – noon) sessions.  Please note that for grades 7 & 8 (mail registration with application only (e-mail ameeker@thephxzoo.com for application)), only full-days are offered and for Kindergarten, only half-days are offered.

All camp participants will receive a t-shirt, hat, water bottle, and strap.  Full day participants will need to bring their lunch each day. We encourage you to pack your camper's lunch in a reusable container whenever possible.  Refrigeration is not available; however, all lunches are kept in an air conditioned room.  Campers are able to recycle paper, aluminum and plastics labeled #1- 7.  Please do not send glass containers in your child's lunch.

All of our lessons and activities are age-appropriate and designed for multiple learning styles.  Young children will be introduced to nature with smaller animals, basic care giving, art projects, and very simple action projects.  Each class progresses with the children's level of understanding all the way up to seventh and eighth grade, during which participants will explore animal training and visitor education.  Although our lessons are developed ahead of time, we do leave room for individual self-expression, and the programs are flexible to meet the needs of each particular group.

Our instructors possess respect and understanding for children and a deep passion for the natural world.  They are well trained in interpretive techniques, group management, activity facilitation, and first aid.

Camp Zoo – Wild and Rare

Kindergarten (Half-Day Only) and 1st – 6^th grade (Half - or Full-Day)

Do you know what it means to be endangered? Have you ever wondered what causes animals or plants to become extinct? Campers will discover the many threats that wildlife face and discover what they can do to help!

Session 1: May 25 – May 29

Session 2: June 1 – 5

Session 3: June 8 – 12

Session 4: June 15 – 19

Session 5: June 22 – 26

Camp Zoo – Going Green

1^st – 4^th Grade (Half - or Full-Day)Do you want to be "Green" at home but aren't sure where to start? This week-long session teaches kids how to green their routine! Topics include music, art, food and health. Come and discover how being green can be good for you AND our planet.

Session 6: July 6 - 10

Session 7: July 13 – 17

Session 8: July 20 – 24

Session 9: July 27 – July 31

Camp Zoo – Show Off!  

7^th-8^th Grade (Full-Day Only)*(mail registration with application only (e-mail ameekertaylor@thephxzoo.com for application))

Love animals? Love to show off? Discover what it takes to be an animal presenter! During this intensive, week-long session campers will produce and present an animal show for their parents and other Camp Zoo participants. This program requires a separate application that can be obtained from our website or by contacting our reservations department.       

* A $50 lab fee will be charged for 7^th/8^th grade camps

Session 6: July 6 - 10

Session 7: July 13 – 17

Session 8: July 20 – 24

Session 9: July 27 – July 31

Prices

Full Day (8a.m. – 3 p.m.) not available for Kindergarten

Fee:  $252 Members    $280 Non-members

Half Day (8a.m – noon) not available for 7^th and 8^th graders

Fee: $153 Members     $170 Non-members    

After Camp (4 p.m. – 6 p.m.)

Fee: $50 for entire week in advance

Lab Fee: $50 for all 7^th-8^th grade Camp

A limited number of scholarships available call Reservations 602.914.4333 or e-mail ameeker@thephxzoo.com for application or for more information.