Summer Safari
Summer Safari
Completed Kindergarten - 6th Grade
These weekly themed camps are an exciting opportunity for kids to dive into the natural world in a safe, hands-on environment.
Students of all abilities and learning styles can enjoy a fun, action-packed week where they will go on adventures through the zoo, encounter animals up close, visit with zookeepers, meet new friends, play games, and express their creativity.
Fee Per Class, Per Child
FOTAZ Member $130
Non-Member $150
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30 AM - Noon
Mornin’ Sunshine
From helping plants to grow to keeping animals warm, we’ll shine a light on the important role the sun plays for our planet.
Wild by Design
We’ll discover how we group animals and then let our creativity run wild to design our own.
Wildly Different
Lions and jaguars and bobcats, oh my! Help us sort out what makes animals unique.
Jurassic Zoo
Did you know that "roar" in dinosaur means FUN! Find your “roar” as we discover the amazing animals of the pre-historic.
Ecosystem Explorer
Brave, smart, and creative. Then we want you as our next ecosystem explorer! Help us discover all about amazing ecosystems.
Gross-ology
Fascinated by the weird? Obsessed with the slimy? Then this camp is for you! Join us as we explore the wonderfully weird.
Nature’s Mystery
Grab on and try to untangle the knotted world of food webs. Will we straighten out this tangled web or discover something more?
Registration
FOTAZ Members Opens Monday, March 23
Non-Members Opens Monday, March 30
For guaranteed shirt size, register by May 1.
Scholarships
Scholarships are offered to qualifying youth based upon availability and financial need. Scholarship award eligibility is identified through household participation in the Supplimental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Employment Opportunities
Inspire young explorers! Join the Alexandria Zoo Education team as a Summer Safari or Teen Trek Camp Teacher or Counselor. Guide K-8th graders through hands-on animal fun, games & zoo adventures. Passion for kids & critters needed!
