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Zoo Summer Camp
2024 Zoo Summer Camps
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Registration for Zoo camp is Full. Information for next year’s pre-school and summer camp is coming soon!
Abilene Zoo Summer Camp operates under a Single Skill Exemption from the Texas Department of Health and Human Services.
Questions?
Contact zoo.education@abilenetx.gov or call 325-676-6487
Rescheduling and Cancellation Policy
If you must reschedule your Camp session, please be aware there is a $25 rescheduling fee per camper per change if made within two weeks of your camp date, and space is limited, so there may not be another space available for the following session. If you must cancel your camp session, please call (325) 676-6487. A refund, minus $75, will be given to cancellations made two weeks before camp, 80% for those made four weeks prior, and 100% for those made eight weeks in advance. Cancellations made less than two weeks before the camp session begins or requests for refunds for missed programs will not be refunded. Substitutions will not be allowed for any camp session.
Stroller Club (2yrs - 4yrs)
We are excited to announce that Stroller Club is back at Abilene Zoo! If you have a child between the ages of 2-4 and are looking for a fun way to bring learning to life for your little one, we have just what you are looking for. Enjoy a parent-and-tot 20 minute hands-on learning experience then explore the Zoo at your leisure. Stroller club will run on Tuesday and Thursday each week from 9:30am – 9:50am.
Price per week: $25 for members; $30 for non-members
After the lesson enjoy the zoo at your leisure!
This is NOT a drop-off camp. Therefore, adults will be required to attend alongside the camper. Camper must be stated age by June 1st.
- June 11th & 13th: Amazing Adaptations
- June 18th & 20th: Wildlife Heroes
- June 25th & 27th: Passport to the World
- July 2nd & 4th: Junior Zoo Crew
- July 9th & 11th: Amazing Adaptations
- July 16th & 18th: Wildlife Heroes
- July 23rd & 25th: Passport to the World
- July 30th & August 1st: Junior Zoo Crew
- August 6th & 8th: Party Animal
Abilene Zoo Stroller Club operates under a Single Skill Exemption from the Texas Department of Health and Human Services.
Preschool (4yrs - 5yrs)
- Camper must be this age by June 1st.
- Price per week: $100 for members; $125 for non-members
- Time: 9:00 AM- 11:00 AM or 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- This is a drop-off camp. Therefore, adults will not be able to attend alongside the camper.
- June 10th – 14th: Amazing Adaptations
- June 17th – 21st: Wildlife Heroes
- June 24th – 28th: Passport to the World
- July 8th – 12th: Amazing Adaptations
- July 15th – 19th: Wildlife Heroes
- July 22nd – 26th: Passport to the World
Kinder
- Camper should be entering this grade in the Fall of 2024.
- Price per week: $200 for members; $225 for non-members
- Time: 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM
- This is a drop-off camp. Therefore, adults will not be able to attend alongside the camper.
- June 10th – 14th: Amazing Adaptations
- June 17th – 21st: Wildlife Heroes
- June 24th – 28th: Passport to the World
- July 1st – 5th: Junior Zoo Crew
- July 8th – 12th: Amazing Adaptations
- July 15th – 19th: Wildlife Heroes
- July 22nd – 26th: Passport to the World
- July 29th – August 2nd: Junior Zoo Crew
- August 5th – 9th: Party Animal
1st Grade
- Camper should be entering this grade in the Fall of 2024.
Price per week: $200 for members; $225 for non-members
Time: 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM
This is a drop-off camp. Therefore, adults will not be able to attend alongside the camper.
- June 10th – 14th: Amazing Adaptations
- June 17th – 21st: Wildlife Heroes
- June 24th – 28th: Passport to the World
- July 1st – 5th: Junior Zoo Crew
- July 8th – 12th: Amazing Adaptations
- July 15th – 19th: Wildlife Heroes
- July 22nd – 26th: Passport to the World
- July 29th – August 2nd: Junior Zoo Crew
- August 5th – 9th: Party Animal
2nd-3rd Grade
Camper should be entering this grade in the Fall of 2024.
Price per week: $200 for members; $225 for non-members
Time: 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM
This is a drop-off camp. Therefore, adults will not be able to attend alongside the camper.
- June 10th – 14th: Amazing Adaptations
- June 17th – 21st: Wildlife Heroes
- June 24th – 28th: Passport to the World
- July 1st – 5th: Junior Zoo Crew
- July 8th – 12th: Amazing Adaptations
- July 15th – 19th: Wildlife Heroes
- July 22nd – 26th: Passport to the World
- July 29th – August 2nd: Junior Zoo Crew
- August 5th – 9th: Party Animal
4th - 5th Grade
Camper should be entering this grade in the Fall of 2024.
Price per week: $200 for members; $225 for non-members
Time: 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM
This is a drop-off camp. Therefore, adults will not be able to attend alongside the camper.
- June 10th – 14th: Amazing Adaptations
- June 24th – 28th: Passport to the World
- July 15th – 19th: Wildlife Heroes
- July 29th – August 2nd: Junior Zoo Crew
- August 5th – 9th: Party Animal
6th - 7th-Grade
Camper should be entering this grade in the Fall of 2024.
Price per week: $200 for members; $225 for non-members
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- June 17th – 21st: Wildlife Heroes
- July 1st – 5th: Junior Zoo Crew
- July 8th – 12th: Amazing Adaptations
- July 22nd – 26th: Passport to the World
- August 5th – 9th: Party Animal
Stroller Club:
Have a 2 – 4 year old that loves the Zoo? Dropping off an older sibling for Zoo Camp? Enjoy a mom-and-tot 20 minute hands-on learning experience then explore the Zoo at your leisure.
Amazing Adaptations:
Explore the wonders of the animal kingdom! Delve into the incredible adaptations of different species – from camouflage to unique survival skills – in this hands-on educational experience.
Wildlife Heroes:
Discover the inspiring stories of wildlife heroes who dedicate their lives to the conservation and well-being of animals while learning how you can make a positive impact on the world around you.
Passport to the World:
Embark on a global adventure without leaving the zoo! Through interactive activities, campers will discover the diverse habitats, cultures, and fascinating animals from around the world.
Junior Zoo Crew:
Calling all future zookeepers! Dive into the exciting world of zookeeping, where junior animal enthusiasts will have the chance to feed, care for, and learn about Abilene Zoo’s animal residents alongside experienced zookeepers.
Party Animal:
This is how we ZOO it! This lively camp focuses on the fun side of the zoo, with games, crafts, and activities all centered around the wild world of party animals.
