Zoo Summer Camp

Full Day Camp Options (ages 5-12)

Full day camp hours are 9:00 am to 3:30 pm.
(Extended Care Options Available)
JUNE 1-5

JUNE 29-JULY 3

Why do some animals hang out with their

friends? Being social has advantages!
Discover the role of social behavior in finding
food, keeping safe, and raising a family.
Explore the zoo while experiencing the joys
of summerincluding boating, hiking, and
racing. On Friday, well throw a water party!

Lets go on a rainforest adventure! Discover

the relationships between plants, animals,
and the environment. Compare our home
to the home of toucans and jaguars while
uncovering the connection between
North and South America. Participate in
conservation activities to protect the Amazon
and get an insiders look at AMAZONIA!

Party Animals! (Session 1)

JUNE 8-12

RoboCamp (Session 2)

From their nose to their toes, animal features

can be pretty wild! How does a chameleon
change colors? How does a fly walk on the
ceiling? Learn how animals use their unique
adaptations to survive, and learn about the
form and function of real animals through
their biomechanical counterparts ROBOTS!
(This session focuses on The Robot Zoo
Traveling Exhibit.)

JUNE 15-19

Animal Play

(Session 3)
FUN is important in the growth of young
animals. Learn how animals play to learn
and learn to play. Observe how the Zoo
trains animals and gain hands-on animal
care experience. Older campers have the
opportunity to train one of the Zoos animals.

JUNE 22-26

Expedition: Zoo

Adventure Amazonia (Session 5)

JULY 6-10

Mission Green Possible

(Session 6)
Your mission, should you choose to accept
it, is to explore real and simulated animal
habitats to learn what makes a habitat a home
for animals like tigers and tapirs. Delve into
natural habitats around the Zoo by trapping
and spying on native species. Transform your
backyard into a great habitat by building
ladybug houses, feeders, and growing animal
friendly plants.

JULY 13-17

Zoo Master (Session 7)

Zoo Master is the ultimate insiders look at

how a zoo functions. Create a model zoo by
selecting which animals to display, designing
new exhibits, creating a menu, and much
more. Join us Friday afternoon to tour the zoo
campers have created.

JULY 20-24

(Session 4)
Explore the living world in an exciting
laboratorythe Zoo! Trap wild animals, fool
butterflies, and explore lakes. Be an animal
detective while stalking peacocks and
primates! On Friday, campers present their
findings & field journals. Parents and family
members are welcome to attend.

ZooTastic Journey

(Session 8)
Join us on a journey through time and the
fascinating world of zoos, animals, plants, and
people. Explore the differences between myth
and reality in a place where the truth can be
much stranger than fiction. But be warned
there are dragons!

For Complete Zoo Camp Details including a Registration

Form visit www.meskerparkzoo.com TODAY!
HURRY - space is limited! Early Bird Discounts are available if
you register before April 15, 2015! (Save $10 per child per week!)
Contact the Education Department at (812)435-6143 ext. 414 or via email at
education@meskerparkzoo.com

Zoo Summer Camp

Half-Day Options (ages 4-5)

Half Day Camp hours are from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.

JUNE 1-5

JUNE 29JULY 3

(Session A)
Explore the living world in the most
exciting laboratory of all... the Zoo! Learn
about animals friendships and families by
stalking peacocks and eavesdropping on
bats! Discover the secret life of plants under
ground and watch them grow!

(Session D)
Taking care of animals is serious business.
Find out what it takes to care for a variety
of animals. Get hands on experience with
animal care. Make special treats for zoo
animals.

Zoo Scientists

JUNE 8-12

Zoo Mission

(Session B)
Your mission, should you choose to accept
it, is to explore habitats and learn what you
can do to preserve them. Take action to save
species and transform your backyard into a
great habitat!

JUNE 15-19

Zoo Party

(Session C)
Why do some animals hang out with their
friends? Are animal families like human
families? Learn how living in a group helps
animals find food, keep safe, and raise a
family. Discover the social lives of animals
and draw your family tree. Experience the
joys of summer including hiking and racing.
Well even throw a water party on Friday!

Zoo Play

JULY 6-10

Zoo Master

(Session E)
Do everything from caring for animals to
designing new exhibits. Zoo Master is the
ultimate insiders look at how a zoo works.
Create a model zoo, lend a hand
landscaping, and much more.

JULY 20-24

Zoo Robo

(Session F)
From their nose to their toes, animal
features can be pretty wild! How does
a chameleon change colors? How does
a fly walk on the ceiling? Answer these
questions, explore what makes animals
unique, and learn all about real animals
through their special friends ROBOTS!
(This session focuses on The Robot Zoo
Traveling Exhibit.)

What is Zoo Summer Camp like?

Zoo Summer Camp is for those who enjoy learning about nature in a
fun and safe environment. Activities vary, but include games, crafts,
animal presentations, and up close animal encounters. Campers will
enjoy animal-themed races, boating, scavenger hunts, hiking, animal
care, an insiders view of the Zoo, and much more. Older campers can
prepare photo diaries of their experiences, use modern techniques to
study animals, or learn to train animals like Zoo professionals.
Meal Plans for lunch are available for full-day campers from The
Rainforest Grill and Extended Care is available for full-day campers as
well (see website for details.) Class sizes are designed to ensure one
counselor for every 8 10 campers.
Visit www.meskerparkzoo.com for complete details today or call
the Education Department at (812)435-6143 ext. 414