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Kids, ages 5-12, can join the Zoo for a week of Summer Day Camp. The program encourages respect and stewardship of the natural world and provides a better understanding of our place within it. Children are grouped according to age to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment. Campers will tour exhibits, encounter small education animals (birds, rabbits, etc.), create arts and crafts, participate in cultural activities (African drum circle, storytelling, etc.) and play games and nature activities that reinforce concepts taught that day.
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Information:

We offer two different camps on alternating weeks, so kids can spend more than one session at Summer Day Camp. Choose either Camp A or Camp B to enjoy half of the zoo -- or take both in any order for two full weeks of fun!

Camp A will visit Primate, Cat & Aquatics, The RainForest and Australian Adventure. Camp B will take your camper to Northern Trek, The RainForest and Africa.

Campers must be 5 years old by June 9, 2008 in order to participate. Younger children may register for Adventure Series at the Zoo.

Registration must be completed by a parent or legal guardian.

Camp Costs:

  • Zoo Members: $155 full day
    or $105 half day
  • Non-members: $180 full day
    or $125 half day
  • Before care (available from 7:30 a.m.): $25/week
  • After care (available until 6 p.m.): $25/week

2008 Camp Schedule:

CAMP A CAMP B
Session 1: June 9-13
Session 3: June 23-27
Session 5: July 7-11
Session 7: July 21-25
Session 9: August 4-8
Session 2: June 16-20
Session 4: June 30-July 4
Session 6: July 14-18
Session 8: July 28-Aug. 1
Session 10: August 11-15

**Please note: Camper drop-off and pick-up has changed. Please be sure to review the Parent Guide for details.

Documentation (PDF format*):

ONLINE REGISTRATION (recommended)
If unable to register online, see PDF registration forms below

Registration for Summer Day Camp is now closed - all sessions have SOLD OUT.

* PDF files require Adobe Reader

For more information, contact the Education Registration Staff at (216) 635-3391 or email programregistration@clevelandmetroparks.com.

Summer Day Camp is supported by:

Cleveland Clinic Childrens Hospital