Who cleans up after the animals? Who makes sure they are healthy and happy? Join us to discover the answer to these questions and so much more! Kindergarten June 16 - 20 Summer Camp Zoo 2025 Have you ever wanted to work at a zoo? A wide variety of people and skills are needed...
Welcome to the return of Middle School Camp! This year’s program will partner with Horse Hands and focus on horsemanship, nature conservation and leadership development. Campers will spend each morning working closely with Equine Keepers to help care for our horses at the Zoo, as well as learning how to groom, saddle and ride by...
Who are the most valuable players at the Zoo? The answer may surprise you! Join us as we figure out the roles that both people and animals play at the...
Did you know that the Phoenix Zoo helps conserve wildlife all around the world? Discover what the Zoo does and how you can be part of conservation no matter who you are! Grades 5 - 6 Mon. 6/16 - Fri. 6/20 Summer Camp Zoo 2025 Have you ever wanted to work at a...
How can you be part of the Zoo’s team? This summer, explore how the Phoenix Zoo helps wildlife and how you can make a difference, too! Grades 1 - 2 June 16 - 20 Summer Camp Zoo 2025 Have you ever wanted to work at a zoo? A wide variety of people and...
Conserve and care for the environment with eco-activities like composting and creating designs inspired by nature. Learn about sustainability from experiments on water conservation to exploring insects for food and go green one adventure at a time. June 16-20 | Ages 6-8 and 9-12
Crazy with Curiosity: Scientists in Nature! Wondering what to do for summer break? Come to the Highlands Center for Nature Camp! Campers will spend their time outdoors, learning about different fields of science. Campers will go from being ornithologists to chemists, to entomologists to anything in between. We will explore, play games, take part in...
Learn the essentials of hiking and nature trail exploration through hands-on experiences and engaging activities. Set against the backdrop of stunning natural landscapes, this camp will equip participants with the skills and knowledge to safely and confidently navigate trails while fostering a deep connection with nature. This program is designed for Brownies to earn their...
Learn the essentials of hiking and nature trail exploration through hands-on experiences and engaging activities. Set against the backdrop of stunning natural landscapes, this camp will equip participants with the skills and knowledge to safely and confidently navigate trails while fostering a deep connection with nature. This program is designed for Brownies to earn their...
Dive into the world of geocaching and treasure hunting! Set in a variety of scenic locations, our camp combines technology with outdoor adventure to offer a unique experience where campers learn to navigate, solve puzzles, and uncover hidden treasures in their environment. This program is designed for Juniors to earn their Geocache badge during a...
Join Kartchner Caverns State Park to celebrate Pollinator Week, June 16-22! Each day, we'll have fun activities you can participate in that help you learn more, appreciate, and support our pollinators. Crafts and programs are free, but standard park entrance fees apply. June 16: Hummingbirds. Craft: make a hummingbird feeder. une 17: Butterflies. Craft: make a butterfly...
Make crafts and beautiful works of art inspired by the beauty of the Riparian Preserve. We will use natural materials to make beautiful crafts and express our creativity. Work with...
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary Zoo Camp is a great way for children ages 6 - 12 to learn more about animals, get experience behind-the-scenes at the zoo, get up close and personal with their favorite animals, make fun crafts, play exciting animal-themed games, make new friends and have a great time! Camps are held in...
(AM - JUNIORS) Colorful Chemistry Lab Art and science unite in Colorful Chemistry Camp! Using a series of fun, hands-on experiments, campers will explore the scientific and chemical basis of the world around them. The youngsters will explore colors, fluids, nature, and chemical reactions as they are taught how to ask questions and find answers...
(AM - JUNIORS) Earth Science Detectives Camp In this exciting new camp offering, younger campers will become earth-science detectives - tasked with interpreting the clues of the natural world around them. In a series of experiments and hands-on puzzles, campers will learn to identify crystals and minerals, will gain map reading skills, and will learn...
(AM - JUNIORS) Draw, Code & Play with Root Robotics The Root Coding Robot was created by the same company famous for the Roomba vacuum. The Root's kid-friendly coding interface...
(AM - JUNIORS) Jurassic Journey Dino Camp Campers will be traveling millions of years back in time to the prehistoric age of the dinosaurs! These magnificent and mysterious creatures never fail to engage students, as we dive into learning about dinosaurs like triceratops, pterodactyls, and of course the famous Tyrannosaurus Rex! Campers will learn about...
Every morning, a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk may include geology, wildlife, history, archeology, and plant life. The naturalists welcome questions during the walk, enhancing the learning experience. Hikes are included with park entrance fees...
Are you a mini Paleontologist? Study the past through fossils! Touch real fossils and create model fossils of your own! Learn about types of dinosaurs, how they lived, and what might have happened to them. You’ll build a time machine and go on an ancient safari to try to spot a totally real (not at...
Learn all about amazing animals and wildlife conservation in Zoology and HOLD LIVE ANIMALS! In this hands-on camp, nerds will embark on a journey to discover the wonders of the animal kingdom. From studying endangered species to exploring the diverse habitats they call home, every day will be filled with excitement and discovery. Get ready...
Embark on a venomous adventure! Wicked Wilderness camp will allow future scientists to uncover how poison works, where it can be found in nature, how to detect it and more! Ages 5 - 8 Jun 16, 2025 - Jun 20, 2025 Weekdays9:00 AM - Noon
Children explore the inside of the body and learn about the organ systems and the cells that it's composed of. They discover cool chemical reactions, and how to solve a crime, in this hands-on summer science adventure! Grades K - 6 Monday, June 16, 2025 - Friday, June 20, 2025 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Campers will develop not only a better understanding for our oceans and their inhabitants, but what we can do to help protect them and preserve our planet. This camp will facilitate behind the scenes experiences that will teach what it takes to care for these amazing animals. Grades 6-8 (Grade your Camper is entering FALL...
Join us for a week of reptile fun! This is the perfect introduction into learning about all groups of reptiles; snakes, tortoises, turtles, lizards, crocodilians, and MORE! The best way to learn about the animals is from the animals themselves! Each day includes activities that are STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math) oriented, but...
Want to get your hands dirty? We'll explore the science of digestion, decomposers, dirt, and more, uncovering the secrets of nature’s yuckiest and most fascinating processes. 2nd - 3rd Graders...
Get ready for an exciting adventure in the great outdoors! Campers will embark on daily expeditions through the Arboretum’s grounds, gardens and trails, learning basic outdoor skills like using a compass for navigation, identifying landmarks, and reading maps. Along the way, campers will discover the secrets of the wild—such as spotting animal tracks and understanding...
Reid Park Zoo is home to animals of all ages. During the week, your camper will discover how animals learn and grow through play. Engaging activities will help campers explore the important roles animals have once they become adults and better understand how the Zoo cares for animals throughout the different stages of growing up and growing older. Grades 3...
Children explore the inside of the body and learn about the organ systems and the cells that it's composed of. They discover cool chemical reactions, and how to solve a crime, in this hands-on summer science adventure! Grades K - 6 Monday, June 16, 2025 - Friday, June 20, 2025 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Join us for a week of reptile fun! This is the perfect introduction into learning about all groups of reptiles; snakes, tortoises, turtles, lizards, crocodilians, and MORE! The best way to learn about the animals is from the animals themselves! Each day includes activities that are STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math) oriented, but...
Embark on a venomous adventure! Wicked Wilderness camp will allow future scientists to uncover how poison works, where it can be found in nature, how to detect it and more! Ages 9 - 12 Jun 16, 2025 - Jun 20, 2025 Weekdays 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Children explore the inside of the body and learn about the organ systems and the cells that it's composed of. They discover cool chemical reactions, and how to solve a crime, in this hands-on summer science adventure! Grades K - 6 Monday, June 16, 2025 - Friday, June 20, 2025 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
When the Spanish collected Native historical accounts of the preconquest Toluca Valley for a series of 16th-century court cases, the Triple Alliance-Aztec conquest of the region, a generation earlier, featured prominently in local narratives. The Toluca Valley, immediately west of the Aztec heartland in Central Mexico, was not one of the growing empire’s first conquests,...