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Camp Zoo

Campers get exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the Phoenix Zoo's animals and participate in habitat building design challenges.

🔥 Middle School 🕒 1-week Day Camp In-person All skill levels

About this camp

Camp Zoo offers an immersive experience where campers explore nature, wildlife, conservation, and science through hands-on activities. Campers engage in invigorating nature walks, meet fascinating animals, and discover the secrets of wild places and wild things. They will participate in games, learning activities, and crafts centered around animal habitats both at the Zoo and in the wild. The program emphasizes connecting with nature through art, science, conservation, and play, encouraging campers to create masterpieces inspired by animal habitats and understand their role in preserving the planet. Campers will also get behind-the-scenes peeks at some of the Zoo's animals and tackle design challenges related to habitat building projects, incorporating STEAM principles and the design process.

What a typical day looks like

Mornings are spent outdoors enjoying nature, with behind-the-scenes animal peeks, while afternoons continue indoors with engaging games, creative crafts, and interactive learning sessions.

Best suited for

The ideal student is curious and eager to explore the natural world, connect with animals, and learn about conservation through hands-on activities and creative expression.

What you'll learn

Nature exploration Wildlife encounters Conservation Science experiments Animal habitats STEAM principles Art in nature

Location

455 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008

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