Phoenix Zoo: Howl Heroes!
Join us for a week, all about animals! Explore animal classifications, adaptations and habitats! Connect outdoors through play and learn how to Help Out Wild Life (HOWL)! All campers meet...
$220 – $385
25 events found.
Zoology
Events for July 27, 2026
Phoenix Zoo: Build a Wild Habitat
Explore the many habitats of animals around the world and identify what an animal needs to both survive and thrive in the wild. Campers will then get to design and build a model of a wild habitat for the animal of their choice! Members $335 | General $385 Grades 1 - 2 July 27 – 31
$335 – $385
Phoenix Zoo: Build a Zoo Habitat
How does the Phoenix Zoo design homes for animals? Campers will learn all about how to build an exhibit in the Zoo, Species Survival Plans, and how zoos design spaces that help care for animals’ physical and mental wellbeing. Campers will then get to design and build a model Zoo habitat for the animal of...
$335 – $385
Phoenix Zoo: Conservation Designers
Did you know there are animals at the Zoo that guests don’t get to see? Join us this week as we explore the Phoenix Zoo’s work in conserving species native...
$335 – $385
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
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...
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Guided Rim Walk | Ranger Program
Learn about Grand Canyon's natural world on a one-hour guided walk on a paved pathway along the canyon rim. Topics vary and may include: animals and plants adapting to changing seasons,...
Free with Park Fee
Mad Science: Moving with Science – AM Half-Day Camp
Learn how motion is used in engineering by building catapults, pulleys, and geodesic domes; see how things move in nature by examining some live bugs and dissecting a real owl pellet! Grades K - 5 Monday, July 27, 2026 - Friday, July 31, 2026 Section #: MSPR171
$175
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Little Keepers Day Camp
Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is designed to give children too young to participate in our Adult Volunteer Program a chance to learn and work at PHS. Each day is three...
$50
Yavapai College: Summertime is BUG Time!
n this class you will learn about different bugs of your choice, catch (and of course release!) some bugs outside, then draw and create models of the bug(s) you chose....
$165
OdySea Aquarium: EXPLORATION STATION – ANIMAL CONSERVATION
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...
Mad Science: Moving with Science – Full-Day Camp
Learn how motion is used in engineering by building catapults, pulleys, and geodesic domes; see how things move in nature by examining some live bugs and dissecting a real owl pellet! Grades K - 5 Monday, July 27, 2026 - Friday, July 31, 2026 Section #: MSPR171
$325
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Advanced Volunteer Camp
Are you looking for an introduction to volunteer work in the animal field? This is the perfect camp for you! You will be assisting with animal care, cleaning, and more! This week-long camp is structed much like the "Keepers Program". Campers must be ready to work inside/outside to aid in the cleaning of animal enclosures, redesign...
$350
Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary: Junior Reptile Encounters
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 these academic...
$350
Reid Park Zoo: One Health – We Are All Connected
What do the health of animals, the environment, and people have in the common? A whole lot, it turns out! Campers in grades 6-8 will learn about the One Health Principle: protecting animals and the environment protects us too. Through activities, animal encounters, and behind-the-scenes experiences, campers will explore actions we can all take to...
$220 – $250
Arizona State Parks and Trails: Nature Walks at Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
Walk with a park ranger along our paved walking path as the park comes alive around you, where rustling trees and blooming wildflowers frame glimpses of the parks remarkable wildlife....
Free with Park Fee
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: CAPYBARA ENCOUNTER
Experience the opportunity of a lifetime with our Capybara Encounter! Come meet Chewy or BB and their care team at Shipwreck Cove. This encounter will give you the opportunity to...
$79
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: PENGUIN ENCOUNTER
Experience the best dressed encounter opportunity at Wildlife World Zoo! Meet one of our endangered African Penguins and their trainers in the Wild and Wonderful aquarium building in front of...
$89
Bearizona Wildlife Park: VIP Experience
Go backstage and meet some of our animal ambassadors and their friendly keepers. This up-close experience will fill your camera roll as well as your heart. Learn many fun facts...
National Park Service: What is a Javelina? (West District)
You may have seen one, you may have seen a picture of one and you may have even smelled one - STINKY! Join an Interpretive Volunteer in the theater for...
Free with Park Fee
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: SEA LION ENCOUNTER
Have you ever wanted to meet one of our Sea Lions up close and personal? Join us for a WILD encounter at Wildlife World Zoo! Learn what it takes to...
$89
Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium and Safari Park: SLOTH ENCOUNTER
Have you ever wanted to meet a sloth? Come meet Luna and her care team. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed Luna and learn from her care...
$69
Mad Science: Moving with Science – PM Half-Day Camp
Kids put on their engineer's hats for this exciting week of science activities. They also learn about chemical reactions that they might encounter in their daily lives and the nature of birds and beasts, as they take a walk on the wild side of science. Grades K - 5 Monday, July 27, 2026 - Friday, July...
$175
National Park Service: Critter Chat | Ranger Talk
Enjoy this family-friendly talk to learn more about the amazing animals that call Grand Canyon home - presented daily at 2 pm. Meet in front of Verkamp's Visitor Center. The...
Free with Park Fee
National Park Service: Arizona’s Wildcats! (West District)
This is not about the University of Arizona’s teams nor is it about your mom’s house cat! Join an Interpretive Ranger in the theater to learn about the four types of wild cats that roam not only Arizona’s mountains and deserts, but in some cases – our cities and towns! Wheelchair accessible. All Ages
Free with Park Fee
Maricopa County Parks and Recreation: America 250 – Full Buck Moon over the Desert
Celebrate the America 250 milestone by experiencing one of the most iconic sights in the desert! Join Ranger Jacque for a guided evening hike to see the full moon rise over the mountains—a celestial event that has inspired explorers, settlers, and indigenous peoples throughout 250 years of our nation's story. This 2-mile hike is rated easy to moderate with slight elevation gain, some...
Free with Park Fee