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Summer Camps

School’s out, let the fun begin!

Spend the summer at the Zoo

Kids ages 5-17 can choose from a variety of exciting Zoo camps, each with its own unique list of activities.

Summer Camp Adventures – Summer Camp Program Guide

Summer Camps sponsored by A. Duda & Sons

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF A CAMPER

We want every camper’s experience at camp to be positive and memorable. To provide that experience, campers should be able to:

  • Move independently from place to place; ability to stay with the group at all times.
  • Take care of their own personal needs.
  • Have effective interactions in our group-based environment (ex. buddy systems, group projects, etc.)
  • Abide by the Camp Manners Agreement

Mask Policy – All participants are required to bring a face mask for any behind-the-scenes animal encounters; no exceptions.

If you have any questions about the essential functions listed above, please contact us at 407.323.4450 ext. 123. We would be happy to talk to you about your camper’s specific needs.


CAMP DATES AND HOURS

WEEKLY June  – August 2024

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Before care starts at 8:00 a.m. Aftercare runs until 5:30 p.m. Before/Aftercare is not included in the price of camp.

Before care & Aftercare:

  • $30 per week / 5-Day Camps
  • $24 per week / 4-Day Camps
  • $18 per week  / 3-Day Camps

Please note that a late fee of $1.00 per minute per camper applies after 5:30 p.m.


AGE LEVEL BREAKDOWN

The Zoo’s summer camps have been designed to provide our campers with a fun, safe, and developmentally appropriate program. To promote teamwork and provide the best experience for all campers, please register children according to the age they will be while participating in summer camp. The Zoo reserves the right to move campers into camps appropriate for their age level. We encourage campers to experience a variety of camps. Repeating camps are the same.


LUNCH AND SNACK OPTIONS

Each camper must bring their own lunch. Lunches brought from home do not have to be disposable. We will have snack time in the morning and afternoon, so please send two snacks with your child. We suggest you label all lunch/snack items and water bottles so they can be returned quickly if misplaced. Each camper must bring a water bottle with their name on it.


CHECK-IN PROCEDURES

  • Parents, guardians, and other non-essential visitors will not be permitted into designated camp classrooms.
  • Parents/guardians are encouraged to designate one person to drop off campers every day.

PICK-UP PROCEDURES

  • Parents/guardians are required to provide a valid driver’s license each day for pick-up.
  • Parents, guardians, and other non-essential visitors will not be permitted into designated camp classrooms.
  • Parents/guardians are encouraged to designate one person to pick up campers every day.

REGISTRATION 

Camps should be selected by the age your child will be at the time they participate in summer camp. Confirmation materials will be provided after completing registration. 

 

Annual Passholder Registration

Non-Passholder Registration

For questions, please call 407-323-4450 ext. 123 or email education@centralfloridazoo.org.

 


REFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY

Camps may be rescheduled for a $10.00 fee up to two times but no refunds will be processed for rescheduled camps. Refunds will only be issued on cancellation requests made two weeks prior to the start of your camp session. A $45 processing fee is deducted from all refunds. There are no partial refunds for missed days of camp.

 

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