Classes and Camps

Zoo-4-Tots

Share a morning of wonder with your little one! Our Preschool Discovery program is designed for toddlers (ages 2-5) and their favorite grown-ups (parents, grandparents, or caregivers). Together, you’ll enjoy a cozy storytime, a themed craft or activity, and a special up-close animal encounter that will spark your child’s love for nature. Advanced registration required.

Schedule

Birds
Friday, June 5, 2026
9:00–10:00 a.m.

Bugs
Friday, June 12, 2026
9:00–10:00 a.m.

Bears
Friday, July 24, 2026
9:00–10:00 a.m.

Barnyard Animals
Friday, July 31, 2026
9:00–10:00 a.m.

Coyotes & Wolves
Friday, August 7, 2026
9:00–10:00 a.m.

Cougars & Bobcats
Friday, August 14, 2026
9:00–10:00 a.m.

Day Classes

Inspire the next generation of wildlife heroes! Our short, single-day classes offer kids (ages 5–12) and teens (ages 13–17) a front-row seat to the wonders of the natural world. With age-tailored activities, every investigator will leave with a deeper connection to the creatures we share our planet with. Advanced registration required.

Schedule

Carnivores
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 (ages 5–7)
Thursday, July 23, 2026 (ages 8–12)
10:00 a.m.–12:00 noon

Birds
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 (ages 5–7)
Thursday, July 30, 2026 (ages 8–12)
10:00 a.m.–12:00 noon

Bugs, Slime & Scales
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 (ages 13–17)
10:00 a.m.–12:00 noon

Tracks & Scat
Thursday, August 6, 2026 (ages 13–17)
10:00 a.m.–12:00 noon

Summer Camps

Make this summer wild! Our zoo camps are packed with everything kids (ages 5–12) love: exciting animal presentations, interactive games, and hands-on crafts. Every day is a new adventure where campers learn about the animal kingdom while exploring the zoo grounds. It’s the best place in town to make new friends—both human and animal! Advanced registration required. Registration ends one week before the start date of camp!

Schedule

Jr. Zookeeper Camp (ages 5–7)
Monday–Friday, June 15–19, 2026
9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

Jr. Zookeeper Camp (ages 8–12)
Monday–Friday, June 22–26, 2026
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon

Nature Camp (ages 5–7)
Monday–Friday, July 6–10, 2026
9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

Nature Camp (ages 8–12)
Monday–Friday, July 13–17, 2026
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon