Camp Zoo
Learn what it takes to be a Zookeeper at the Long Island Game Farm!
This exciting summer program is designed to introduce and immerse young children (ages 5-10) in nature through outdoor exploration, games, crafts, and other educational activities. Your camper will learn about the natural world around them through unforgettable experiences including age-appropriate, hands-on activities, up close animal experiences, time to explore the park and tons of educational fun that builds on campers love of animals and nature!
We are excited to have Shannon Swanson as Camp Zoo Director! She has taught at the Ross School and currently is an educator at the Peconic Community School in Aquebogue.
Campers can count on:
- An immersive experience at the zoo including meeting animals up-close
- Learning about the animals they know and love
- Plenty of time outdoors, playing and taking nature hikes
- Meeting other kids who have similar interests
Parents can count on:
- Children bursting with excitement and new knowledge
- Feeling good knowing your child is in an outdoor learning environment that is safe
Objective
Camp will provide opportunities for children to learn about animals and the natural world in a safe environment that will leave lasting impressions!
Specifics
● 3 days per week (T, W, Th)
● 3 hours per day (9 AM – 12 PM)
● Multiple sessions/weeks throughout the summer
● $200 per child
● Ages 5-10
Weeks:
● Week 1: June 28, 29, 30
● Week 2: July 12, 13, 14
● Week 3: July 19, 20, 21
● Week 4: July 26, 27, 28
● Week 5: August 2, 3, 4
Activities Include
● Map skills using farm map
● Zoo passport
● Scavenger hunt
● Animal log/journal
● Learn about animal habitats
● Animal tracking and measurements
● Watercolor painting
● Animal reports/camper created signs about animals
Included in camper registration:
● Camper backpack or t-shirt
● Ice cream/treat last day of each camp session
**Campers must bring a bag lunch or snack and water bottle each day and sunscreen
must be applied at home before coming to camp**
