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 The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and the zoo animals are anxiously awaiting the arrival of their Summer Camp friends! Join us for Summer Nature Camp and enjoy hands-on activities, live animal contact, games, crafts and so much more. If you are between the ages of 5 and 12, sign up for one or more of our three rotating weeks to have the best summer ever!
Days: Monday through Friday
Dates: July 6th through August 21st
Times: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Explorer Groups:
River Otters: Ages 5 - 6
Sea Lions: Ages 7- 8
Polar Bears: Ages 9 -12
Please provide copy of Birth Certificate for registration purpose either by fax or mail.
Summer Nature Camp Topics
Weeks 1: (July 6-July 10)
Sea Lions: Ages 7- 8 FULL
Around the World in 5 Days:
North, south, east and west! Our animals at the Zoo come from all over the Earth, and we are going to spend the week exploring their natural habitats and the countries they call home. Not only will we meet these special animals, but we will also create cultural crafts and learn the games children play in other countries. It’s going to be a whirlwind of a trip so pack your bags and join us!
Weeks 2: (July 13- July 17)
Arts and Crafts, Animal Style:
Our animals are the perfect models for our art projects, so come to the Zoo and bring your hidden talents! We’ll design with everything from paint to paper mache to photography. We might make a mess, but it’ll be worth it!
Weeks 3: (July 20 - July 24)
Polar Bears: Ages 9 - 12 FULL
Wet n’ Wild Week:
The animals need to cool off in the summer time – and we do too! This week we’ll discover how the animals at the Zoo stay cool and healthy in the summer time, and while we’re at it, we’ll play some water games ourselves!
Week 4: (July 27-July 31)
Around the World in 5 Days:
North, south, east and west! Our animals at the Zoo come from all over the Earth, and we are going to spend the week exploring their natural habitats and the countries they call home. Not only will we meet these special animals, but we will also create cultural crafts and learn the games children play in other countries. It’s going to be a whirlwind of a trip so pack your bags and join us!
Weeks 5: (August 3 -August 7)
Sea Lions: Ages 7- 8 FULL
Arts and Crafts, Animal Style:
Our animals are the perfect models for our art projects, so come to the Zoo and bring your hidden talents! We’ll design with everything from paint to paper mache to photography. We might make a mess, but it’ll be worth it!
Week 6: (August 10 - August 14)
Wet n’ Wild Week:
The animals need to cool off in the summer time – and we do too! This week we’ll discover how the animals at the Zoo stay cool and healthy in the summer time, and while we’re at it, we’ll play some water games ourselves!
Week 7 (August 17 – August 21)
Sea Lions: Ages 7- 8 FULL
Wild Wacky Week:
This week, we’re throwing out all the rules! It’s a top secret week, with crazy games, special guests and a whole lot of fun! Be prepared for a special surprise that will knock your socks off. This is the way to end the summer in style.
** To provide a stimulating environment for campers, we recommend that campers avoid repeating weeks. The curriculum and activities for those weeks will be identical.
General Information
Arrival/Departure times are 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. respectively. Campers must arrive at the Magnet School entrance on Meadow Drive by 9:00 am and be picked up at the same entrance at 3:00 p.m. Campers will not be allowed to leave the Zoo without a parent or guardian signing for their child. Please be prepared to show ID upon request.
To better accommodate the needs of our campers' parents, we do offer a fee-based Before and After Care Program between the hours of 7:45 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. sharp. Please be respectful of the drop-off and pick-up times of this program. Parents will be assessed a fee of $5.00 for every 5 minutes past 5:00 that their child remains at the zoo.
Appropriate clothing must be worn. This includes sturdy shoes and appropriate outerwear labeled with the camper's name. We recommend sending a change of clothing with your child. Each camper will receive a camp t-shirt courtesy of the Buffalo Zoo at the beginning of each week of camp. Campers are encouraged to wear their t-shirts for the remainder of the week.
Activities will include a combination of exhibit visits, animal information, games, songs, stories, activities and live animal contact. Students will have the opportunity to interact with a variety of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and arthropods from our Education Department animal collection. This provides each camper with the experience and thrill of live animal contact under well supervised conditions.
NO LUNCHES ARE PROVIDED due to individual food preferences, allergies and dietary restrictions. Campers must bring a bag lunch each day. A snack will be provided by the Zoo. If your child has special dietary needs, we ask that you provide him/her with a snack from home and provide the Zoo with details of your child's dietary requirements and limitations. Please note: due to the potential for severe allergic reactions, peanuts and tree nut products are not allowed at camp.
Any additional questions or information should be directed to the Education Department at (716) 995-6128.
Registration Information
To register for the Spring Nature Camp, complete the application indicating whether you are registering for one week, or more. Be sure to indicate all of your choices.
Become a Zoo Member and save on Summer Nature Camp fees. For information on Zoo Membership, call 837-3900, ext. 131.
Registration fee:
MULTIPLE WEEK & CHILD DISCOUNT-Receive a five (5) percent discount if you register for multiple weeks and/or if you have multiple children enrolled.
CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS may be available to a limited number of qualified applicants. To request more information, please call (716) 995-6128. Scholarships are awarded for one week of camp only..:
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Single Child Enrollment
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Multiple Child Enrollment
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Member
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Non-member
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Member
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Non-member
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Single Week
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$142 per child
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$158 per child
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$135 per child
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$150 per child
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Multiple Weeks
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$135 per week
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$150 per week
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$128 per child/week
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$143 per child/week
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Before Care from 7:45 - 9:00 a.m. add $25/week
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After Care from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. add $25/week
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LATE REGISTRATION-Registration must be received at least seven days prior to the first day of camp. Registrations received after that deadline will be assessed a late processing fee of $15.00.
Only completed registration forms will be accepted. Your camper is considered enrolled in the Summer Nature Camp once you have received a written confirmation letter from the Buffalo Zoo. Once the Zoo has received a completed registration and payment for Camp, a confirmation letter will be sent out within 14 days.
How to register…
a) Mail your registration - Payment MUST accompany your registration and may be made in cash, by check, MasterCard, Visa or Discover. Please make checks payable to the Zoological Society of Buffalo. Mail the completed form and registration fee to:
Education Department
Buffalo Zoo
300 Parkside Ave.
Buffalo, NY 14214-1999
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b) Fax your registration - You may also fax completed registration with credit card payment to (716) 834-1106.
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c) Download an On-line registration form
Click here to download form
b) Register on-line
Click here for on-line registration
To provide the campers with individual attention, group size is limited. Register early to save your camper’s spot!
Registration must be received at least seven (7) days prior to the first day of the camp week your child is registering for. Registrations received after that deadline will be assessed a late processing fee of $15. If you are registering after this deadline, please call 995-6128 to ensure there are still spots in that week available.
Cancellation requests must be made in writing at least one week prior to the start of the Summer Nature Camp to receive a refund. All refunds will be assessed one administrative charge of $25. Fees will NOT be refunded for any reason after the first day of camp.
Any additional questions or information should be directed to the Education Department at (716) 995-6128.
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