Looking for something fun for your kids to do during school break? Bring them to the Utica Zoo for our school break zoo camp!
Zoo camp is a great place for students to have fun and learn too! We introduce campers to an inquiry-based learning environment, with STEAM activities that encourage group collaboration and learning. Camps are interactive and also include an animal meet and greets, enrichment projects, touring the zoo, and crafts.
Please note: PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR ALL CAMP SESSIONS! This is a drop-off style program. Sign-in and out will be required for drop off and pick up. Parents wishing to remain on zoo grounds while their child enjoys zoo camp will be required to pay admission.
2026 Zoo Camp Dates & Topics
Students in grades 1st - 4th:
Passport to the Planet’s Biomes: RAINFOREST
This day camp will teach your child all about the rainforest. Students will hear from education staff and zookeepers about this habitat and the species that live there. They will have chances to meet some of these animals up close, create enrichment opportunities, and learn more about real-world conservation.
Details:
- Date: Monday, January 19th
- Time: Monday 9:00am-4:00pm
- Location: Utica Zoo Classroom
- Cost- $75 per child
- Members– upon booking, input the name and email of the membership holder at checkout to receive a 10% discount
Drop Off/Pick Up:
- Drop off begins at 9:00am at Utica Zoo Visitor Center
- Camp day starts at 9:15am
- Camp day ends/Pick up starts at 4pm
Key Events:
- Animal Presentation
- Enrichment craft
NYS Learning Standards:
- TBD
Pre-registration required- registration closes 48 hours prior to camp
Minimum class size is 5, if we do not meet this minimum, we may cancel and reach out to you within the 48 hours prior to camp.
Questions? Reach out to Victoria, the Education and Conservation Manager at Victoria.carrillo@uticazoo.org
