Camps

Summer Camp

Summer Camp

Summer Camp

Summer Camp

Mill Mountain Zoo’s popular summer camps are a terrific way to introduce your child to the animal kingdom or to foster an existing interest in the feathered, furry and scaly critters living on our planet. Each camp is designed to encourage a child’s respect and enthusiasm for the natural world through hands-on, fun and educational activities. Besides shadowing and assisting keepers, campers will experience up-close animal encounters, arts and crafts, scavenger hunts, scientific explorations, and OH SO MUCH MORE!

Summer Camp is designed for students ages 6-15. All camps will run for 5 days from 8:30-4:30 daily. Camps are outdoors and occur rain or shine, so students must dress appropriately, closed-toed shoes are required (no Crocs!). Campers should bring a lunch that does not require refrigeration, and a water bottle. The zoo will provide water and juice during meals.

Summer Camps offered:

June 17-21 - Junior Zookeepers (ages 13-15): Is your child determined to become a zoo keeper? Do they have a passion for animals and a desire to care for them? Are they eager to gain experience in a zoo or animal care facility, but too young to be employed? Look no further! Our camp is the perfect solution! It's a one-of-a-kind opportunity for older campers to explore the exciting career opportunities within the zoo industry. Our program is designed to provide campers with hands-on experience in the daily responsibilities of zookeeping, which they won't find in any other camp. Join us and let us prepare your child for a successful career in animal care!

June 24-28 - Zoo-ology Adventures (ages 6-9): Does your child have a keen interest in learning about animals? Are you often surprised by the random animal facts that they share with you? If so, this camp is perfect for them! During the camp, children will learn about the different features that make up each of the animal groups, also known as classes, through engaging creative activities. This camp will keep your child's body and mind active as they discover fascinating facts about animals and what makes them unique.

July 15-19 - Zookeeper 101 (ages 11-13): Does your child want to learn all about being a zookeeper? Campers get to experience the magic of animal care firsthand. They'll learn all about how our furry, feathered, and scaly friends are looked after, from giving them tasty treats, to keeping them healthy and happy. With plenty of hands-on activities and opportunities to get up close and personal with the animals, this camp is the perfect place for animal lovers.

July 22-26 - Zoo-ology Adventures (ages 10-13): Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a frog and a toad? Or a raccoon and a red panda? At camp you will learn about the different features that make up each of the animal groups, also known as classes, through engaging creative activities. This camp will keep your child's body and mind active as they discover fascinating facts about animals and what makes them unique through observations, hand-on activities, games, and scavenger hunts!

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Registration is required and will be closing a week before your chosen camp is occurring.

‍The Emergency Medical Form and the Liability Form will be emailed to you upon receipt of your registration form. Please return forms by the start date of camp.

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Pricing:

Members of the Zoo: $265

Non-members: $300

All camps are non-refundable unless camp is cancelled by Mill Mountain Zoo.

Mill Mountain Zoo’s popular summer camps are a terrific way to introduce your child to the animal kingdom or to foster an existing interest in the feathered, furry and scaly critters living on our planet. Each camp is designed to encourage a child’s respect and enthusiasm for the natural world through hands-on, fun and educational activities. Besides shadowing and assisting keepers, campers will experience up-close animal encounters, arts and crafts, scavenger hunts, scientific explorations, and OH SO MUCH MORE!

Summer Camp is designed for students ages 6-15. All camps will run for 5 days from 8:30-4:30 daily. Camps are outdoors and occur rain or shine, so students must dress appropriately, closed-toed shoes are required (no Crocs!). Campers should bring a lunch that does not require refrigeration, and a water bottle. The zoo will provide water and juice during meals.

Summer Camps offered:

June 17-21 - Junior Zookeepers (ages 13-15): Is your child determined to become a zoo keeper? Do they have a passion for animals and a desire to care for them? Are they eager to gain experience in a zoo or animal care facility, but too young to be employed? Look no further! Our camp is the perfect solution! It's a one-of-a-kind opportunity for older campers to explore the exciting career opportunities within the zoo industry. Our program is designed to provide campers with hands-on experience in the daily responsibilities of zookeeping, which they won't find in any other camp. Join us and let us prepare your child for a successful career in animal care!

June 24-28 - Zoo-ology Adventures (ages 6-9): Does your child have a keen interest in learning about animals? Are you often surprised by the random animal facts that they share with you? If so, this camp is perfect for them! During the camp, children will learn about the different features that make up each of the animal groups, also known as classes, through engaging creative activities. This camp will keep your child's body and mind active as they discover fascinating facts about animals and what makes them unique.

July 15-19 - Zookeeper 101 (ages 11-13): Does your child want to learn all about being a zookeeper? Campers get to experience the magic of animal care firsthand. They'll learn all about how our furry, feathered, and scaly friends are looked after, from giving them tasty treats, to keeping them healthy and happy. With plenty of hands-on activities and opportunities to get up close and personal with the animals, this camp is the perfect place for animal lovers.

July 22-26 - Zoo-ology Adventures (ages 10-13): Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a frog and a toad? Or a raccoon and a red panda? At camp you will learn about the different features that make up each of the animal groups, also known as classes, through engaging creative activities. This camp will keep your child's body and mind active as they discover fascinating facts about animals and what makes them unique through observations, hand-on activities, games, and scavenger hunts!

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Registration is required and will be closing a week before your chosen camp is occurring.

‍The Emergency Medical Form and the Liability Form will be emailed to you upon receipt of your registration form. Please return forms by the start date of camp.

‍

Pricing:

Members of the Zoo: $265

Non-members: $300

All camps are non-refundable unless camp is cancelled by Mill Mountain Zoo.

Mill Mountain Zoo’s popular summer camps are a terrific way to introduce your child to the animal kingdom or to foster an existing interest in the feathered, furry and scaly critters living on our planet. Each camp is designed to encourage a child’s respect and enthusiasm for the natural world through hands-on, fun and educational activities. Besides shadowing and assisting keepers, campers will experience up-close animal encounters, arts and crafts, scavenger hunts, scientific explorations, and OH SO MUCH MORE!

Summer Camp is designed for students ages 6-15. All camps will run for 5 days from 8:30-4:30 daily. Camps are outdoors and occur rain or shine, so students must dress appropriately, closed-toed shoes are required (no Crocs!). Campers should bring a lunch that does not require refrigeration, and a water bottle. The zoo will provide water and juice during meals.

Summer Camps offered:

June 17-21 - Junior Zookeepers (ages 13-15): Is your child determined to become a zoo keeper? Do they have a passion for animals and a desire to care for them? Are they eager to gain experience in a zoo or animal care facility, but too young to be employed? Look no further! Our camp is the perfect solution! It's a one-of-a-kind opportunity for older campers to explore the exciting career opportunities within the zoo industry. Our program is designed to provide campers with hands-on experience in the daily responsibilities of zookeeping, which they won't find in any other camp. Join us and let us prepare your child for a successful career in animal care!

June 24-28 - Zoo-ology Adventures (ages 6-9): Does your child have a keen interest in learning about animals? Are you often surprised by the random animal facts that they share with you? If so, this camp is perfect for them! During the camp, children will learn about the different features that make up each of the animal groups, also known as classes, through engaging creative activities. This camp will keep your child's body and mind active as they discover fascinating facts about animals and what makes them unique.

July 15-19 - Zookeeper 101 (ages 11-13): Does your child want to learn all about being a zookeeper? Campers get to experience the magic of animal care firsthand. They'll learn all about how our furry, feathered, and scaly friends are looked after, from giving them tasty treats, to keeping them healthy and happy. With plenty of hands-on activities and opportunities to get up close and personal with the animals, this camp is the perfect place for animal lovers.

July 22-26 - Zoo-ology Adventures (ages 10-13): Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a frog and a toad? Or a raccoon and a red panda? At camp you will learn about the different features that make up each of the animal groups, also known as classes, through engaging creative activities. This camp will keep your child's body and mind active as they discover fascinating facts about animals and what makes them unique through observations, hand-on activities, games, and scavenger hunts!

‍

Registration is required and will be closing a week before your chosen camp is occurring.

‍The Emergency Medical Form and the Liability Form will be emailed to you upon receipt of your registration form. Please return forms by the start date of camp.

‍

Pricing:

Members of the Zoo: $265

Non-members: $300

All camps are non-refundable unless camp is cancelled by Mill Mountain Zoo.

Mill Mountain Zoo’s popular summer camps are a terrific way to introduce your child to the animal kingdom or to foster an existing interest in the feathered, furry and scaly critters living on our planet. Each camp is designed to encourage a child’s respect and enthusiasm for the natural world through hands-on, fun and educational activities. Besides shadowing and assisting keepers, campers will experience up-close animal encounters, arts and crafts, scavenger hunts, scientific explorations, and OH SO MUCH MORE!

Summer Camp is designed for students ages 6-15. All camps will run for 5 days from 8:30-4:30 daily. Camps are outdoors and occur rain or shine, so students must dress appropriately, closed-toed shoes are required (no Crocs!). Campers should bring a lunch that does not require refrigeration, and a water bottle. The zoo will provide water and juice during meals.

Summer Camps offered:

June 17-21 - Junior Zookeepers (ages 13-15): Is your child determined to become a zoo keeper? Do they have a passion for animals and a desire to care for them? Are they eager to gain experience in a zoo or animal care facility, but too young to be employed? Look no further! Our camp is the perfect solution! It's a one-of-a-kind opportunity for older campers to explore the exciting career opportunities within the zoo industry. Our program is designed to provide campers with hands-on experience in the daily responsibilities of zookeeping, which they won't find in any other camp. Join us and let us prepare your child for a successful career in animal care!

June 24-28 - Zoo-ology Adventures (ages 6-9): Does your child have a keen interest in learning about animals? Are you often surprised by the random animal facts that they share with you? If so, this camp is perfect for them! During the camp, children will learn about the different features that make up each of the animal groups, also known as classes, through engaging creative activities. This camp will keep your child's body and mind active as they discover fascinating facts about animals and what makes them unique.

July 15-19 - Zookeeper 101 (ages 11-13): Does your child want to learn all about being a zookeeper? Campers get to experience the magic of animal care firsthand. They'll learn all about how our furry, feathered, and scaly friends are looked after, from giving them tasty treats, to keeping them healthy and happy. With plenty of hands-on activities and opportunities to get up close and personal with the animals, this camp is the perfect place for animal lovers.

July 22-26 - Zoo-ology Adventures (ages 10-13): Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a frog and a toad? Or a raccoon and a red panda? At camp you will learn about the different features that make up each of the animal groups, also known as classes, through engaging creative activities. This camp will keep your child's body and mind active as they discover fascinating facts about animals and what makes them unique through observations, hand-on activities, games, and scavenger hunts!

‍

Registration is required and will be closing a week before your chosen camp is occurring.

‍The Emergency Medical Form and the Liability Form will be emailed to you upon receipt of your registration form. Please return forms by the start date of camp.

‍

Pricing:

Members of the Zoo: $265

Non-members: $300

All camps are non-refundable unless camp is cancelled by Mill Mountain Zoo.

Special Notes

- Campers will need to bring a lunch. The zoo will provide water and juice.
- All camps are outdoors and go rain or shine so students must dress appropriately. Tennis shoes are best. No flip-flops, sandals, or crocs, please!
- Space in all camps is limited. Registration is required one full week prior to the start date of the camp.
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The Emergency Medical and Liability Form will be emailed to you upon receipt of your registration form. Please return forms by the start date of camp.
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No refunds unless the zoo cancels camp.

registration

Registration is open now! Register above!! Please call or email Katie Harlow and Kiana Nowall with any additional questions at (540) 343-3241 ext. 3 or education@mmzoo.org.

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