Winter Nature Camp 2010
Are you looking for a place where your child(ren) can have loads of fun over their holiday break? Why not bring them to Winter Camp Workshops at the Buffalo Zoo! Presented by Perry’s Ice Cream, morning and afternoon workshops allow great family flexibility; sign up for one half day session, a full day or all seven workshops. Activities include a combination of exhibit visits, animal information, games, songs, stories, crafts, and live animal contact.
Days: Monday through Thursday
Dates: December, 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th, and 31st, 2010
Times: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
and afternoon sessions run daily 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Explorer Groups:
Giraffes (Ages 5-6)
Rhinos (Ages 7-8)
Elephants (Ages 9-12)
Winter Nature Camp Topics:
Monday, December 27th, 2010
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Snowlympics
Can you run as fast as a snow leopard or hop as far as a snowshoe hare? Test your winter sporting skills as we compare ourselves to animals from the coldest areas on earth.
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tracks, Scats & Scrapes
The snow provides a perfect canvas for animal tracks, scats, and scrapes. Explore the zoo and learn how to identify the resident and wild animals that roam the grounds in winter.
Tuesday, December 28th, 2010
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Migration Challenge
The temperature isn’t the only thing that changes in winter – explore the many reasons and ways that animals migrate and see if you have what it takes to survive the long journey south.
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Herp-a-palooza
What better way to shake off winter’s chill than by spending time with animals who like it hot! We’ll discover all that is scaly and slimy at the zoo as we examine the fascinating lives of reptiles and amphibians.
Wednesday, December 29th, 2010
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cool Cats
Lions and tigers and leopards – oh, my! Check out our coolest cats, big and small.
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Monkey See, Monkey Do
This workshop is all monkey business. We’ll play, communicate, and explore the zoo just as the monkeys do!
Thursday, December 30th, 2010
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Arctic Adventure
Embark on an arctic adventure as we meet the animals that live in the coldest areas on Earth.
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Down on the Farm
Old MacDonald doesn’t have anything on our farm. Become a 19th-century child as we meet farm animals that were common in our area more than one hundred years ago, and make a popular 1800’s toy to take home!
Friday, December 31st, 2010
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Jungle Boogie
Party with the animals in the jungle! Get ready to ring in the New Year animal-style as we twist, turn, and sing like the animals in the jungle.
Registration Fee::
Morning OR Afternoon Workshop
Non-members = $25 per child
Members = $20
Full Day (9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
Non-members = $45 per child
Members = $36 per child
General Camp Information
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 demonstrations under well-supervised conditions.
Arrival/Departure: Doors will be open 10 minutes prior to the beginning of each winter camp workshop at either 8:50 a.m. or 12:50 p.m. Campers must enter through the Drew Science Magnet School entrance on Meadow Drive no later than 9:15 a.m. or 1:15 p.m. and be picked up at the same entrance promptly at 12:00 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. Campers will be directed to their appropriate room from this location. 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.
Appropriate clothing: Winter Nature camp involves activities that may take the children outdoors. Appropriate clothing must be worn and should include; winter boots, hats, scarves, mittens/gloves and winter jackets. All outerwear should be labeled with the camper’s name.
Lunch Time: If your child is registered for both the morning and afternoon workshops, they must bring a bag lunch. Lunch time is from 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. with adult supervision.NO LUNCHES ARE PROVIDED.
Due to dietary restrictions/allergies, no snacks will be provided by the Zoo for the health and safety of our campers. Please provide a snack for your child for the morning and afternoon. ZOO CAMP IS NUT FREE. Please be considerate of this when choosing your child’s snack and lunch options.
Cancellation: Requests must be made in writing at least one week prior to the start of the Winter Nature Camp. 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.
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 registration form
To provide the campers with individual attention, group size is limited. Register early to save your camper’s spot!
Cancellation requests must be made in writing at least one week prior to the start of the Spring Nature Camp. 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.
