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EDUCATION: Summer 2010

YOUTH PROGRAMS & CAMPS

Two by Two

(Age 2 and adult)
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This program is designed for a two year old and his or her parent or grandparent. Through interactive learning, this experience will promote positive feelings about the world around them. Children must be accompanied by an adult and the child MUST have reached the age of two by the date of the first class. Due to limited classroom space, we ask that only one adult attend with the child per session. Extra adults attending will be $10 each. All campers will receive a t-shirt.

Cost (4 consecutive Fridays for one child and adult): Regular $95; Members $80

Head to Tail

Do we have ears like a rabbit or eyes like an owl? Children will see animals up close and learn to identify parts of animals’ bodies.

June 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9 – 10 a.m.

July 16, 23, 30, Aug 6, 9 – 10 a.m.

Two by Three

(Age 3 and adult)

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This program is designed for a three year old and his or her parent or grandparent. Through interactive learning, this experience will promote positive feelings about the world around them. Children must be accompanied by an adult and the child MUST have reached the age of three by the date of the first class. Due to limited classroom space, we ask that only one adult attend with the child per session. Extra adults attending will be $10 each. All campers will receive a t-shirt.

Cost (4 consecutive Fridays for one child and adult):  Regular $95; Member $80

Counting Critters

Bring your three year old to a program that incorporates counting skills with hands-on animals contact. This program includes Zoo walks, crafts and activities.

June 11, 18, 25, July, 9 – 10 a.m.

July 16, 23, 30, Aug 6, 9 – 10 a.m.

ZOOper Kids 

(Ages 4-5)

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ZOOper Kids enjoy Zoo walks, crafts, snacks, closely supervised contact with education animals and story times. All campers receive a t-shirt.

Cost: Regular $115; Members $100

Do Animals Wear Clothes?

Some animals have scales while others have feathers. What’s the difference between a reptile and an amphibian? This program will introduce your child to the different groups of animals.

June 7-10, Monday - Thursday  9 – 11:45 a.m.

June 28- July 1, Monday - Thursday  9 – 11:45 a.m.

July 19-22, Monday - Thursday  9 – 11:45 a.m.

August  9-12, Monday - Thursday  9 – 11:45 a.m.

The Five Senses

Some animals can see in the dark and some use smells to communicate! Come discover sights and smells, touch some of our education animals and learn about animal senses.

June 14-17, Monday - Thursday  9 – 11:45 a.m.

July 6-9 (Tuesday – Friday), Tuesday – Friday 9 – 11:45 a.m.

July 26-29, Monday - Thursday  9 – 11:45 a.m.

Hop, Slither and Fly!

Animals move about the world in a great number of ways. Some creatures walk, some creatures run, other prefer to swim and many can even fly. ZOOper kids will look at how animals get around and the special features they have to help them get from place to place.

June 21-24, Monday - Thursday  9 – 11:45 a.m.

July 12-15, Monday - Thursday  9 – 11:45 a.m.

August 2-5, Monday - Thursday  9 – 11:45 a.m.

Safari Day Camp

(Ages Listed Below)

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Introduce your child to a camp experience found in few other places. Campers will be divided into small groups according to their ages. Camp activities are age-appropriate and will include nature study, arts and crafts, controlled animal contact and Zoo walks. All campers receive a Safari Day Camp t-shirt. Camps are Monday through Friday with the exception of the week of the Fourth of July (note dates on the registration form). Children attending full day sessions from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. must bring a sack lunch and a drink. Lunches will be refrigerated. Cost includes a special visit to Zoo's Dinosaurs Alive! a limited-time exhibit of 16 life-size animatronic dinosaurs. If you would like your child to be grouped with a friend, please indicate this clearly in the space provided on the registration form. We will adhere to our policy of grouping children according to their age. We do not recommend placing siblings of different ages together. 

Safari Day Camp Cost:

Half Day:  Regular $125; Members $110

Full Day:  Regular $195; Members $180

Week of July 4th: Half Day: Regular $105; Members $90; Full Day: Regular $160; Members $145

Animals Around the Clock  (Ages 6-7)

Do you ever wonder why some animals are awake at night and some are awake during the day? Discover the what, where and when of animal behaviors throughout the different seasons of the year.

June 7-11, 9 a.m. - Noon

June 14-18, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

July 6-9, 9 a.m. - Noon (Tuesday – Friday)

July 12-16, 9 a.m. - Noon

August 2-6, 9 a.m.  - Noon

Let’s Eat!  (Ages 6-7)

Animals survive by eating a wide variety of foods. Campers will learn about what animals eat in the wild and at the Zoo. A visit to the Zoo’s Commissary where most of the animal diets are prepared will be one of the many special experiences planned for the week.

June 21-25, 9 a.m. - Noon

June 28-July 2, 9 a.m. - Noon

July 19-24, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

July 26-30, 9 a.m. - Noon

August 9-13, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

I Will Survive! (Ages 8-9)

From camouflage to echolocation, all animals have special characteristics that help them to survive in the wild. Campers will explore the various survival techniques of the plant and animal kingdoms.

June 7-11, 9 a.m. - Noon

June 14-18, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

July 6-9, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Tuesday – Friday)

July 12-16, 9 a.m. - Noon

August 2-6, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Planet of Plenty (Ages 8-9)

Campers will learn about the biodiversity of ecosystems which includes animals, plants and people. Animal behavior, adaptations and the music, art and cultural traditions that exist around them will be explored in this multi-cultural program.

June 21-25, 9 a.m. - Noon

June 28-July 2, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

July 19-23, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

July 26-30, 9 a.m. - Noon

August 9-13, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

If I Ran the Zoo!  (Ages 10-12)

Campers will learn about all that is required to run a zoo which will include the different jobs that people have, animal care policies, husbandry procedures, safety requirements, horticulture needs, fundraising programs and exhibit design. Campers will meet the staff that makes our Zoo possible.

June 7-11, 9 a.m. - Noon

June 14-18, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

July 6-9, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Tuesday – Friday)

August 2-6, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Zoo Detective (Ages 10-12)

Every day brings a new mystery at the Zoo! Campers will explore the Zoo and learn problem solving skills to crack the case of the day. Campers will learn what it is like to be a researcher or a field biologist throughout this fun-filled “discovery” week.

June 28-July 2, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

July 19-23, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

August 9-13, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Teen Safari

(Ages 13-15)

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This program is designed for teens ages 13-15 who have an interest in our living world, zoology and conservation. Teen Safari is designed to challenge the senses and activate the minds of young people using the wonderful resources of our Zoo. Classes, activities and behind-the-scenes tours provide an opportunity for teens to discover more about the Zoo, our planet, and conservation issues. Cost includes a special visit to Zoo's Dinosaurs Alive! a limited-time exhibit of 16 life-size animatronic dinosaurs. Three sessions are offered. 

Teen Safari Session 1 will meet Monday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Thursday evening participants will meet at the Zoo at 7 p.m. for the Night Safari, which ends at 9 a.m. Friday morning. NOTE:  An evening cookout and breakfast will be provided for the Night Safari! Monday through Wednesday each teen should bring a sack lunch and drink. Teen Safari Sessions 2 and 3 will meet Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Each teen should bring a sack lunch and drink each day.

Cost: Regular $200; Members $185 

June 21-25, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday  9 a.m. – 4 p.m. &
                       Thursday 7 p.m. - Friday 9 a.m.

July 12-16, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. – 4  p.m.

July 26-30, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Track 'em, Smack 'em and Roar

(Ages 8-12)

The Louisville Tennis Center, the Louisville Nature Center and the Louisville Zoo will again be offering a week of non-stop excitement for children ages 8–12. Campers will be tracking native wildlife at the Louisville Nature Center, learning tennis skills on the courts of the Louisville Tennis Center, and visiting with the wild creatures at the Louisville Zoo. All three sessions are identical. If your child has a tennis racket we suggest that he/she bring it. Each participant must bring a lunch and dress appropriately for outside play (tennis shoes are required). 

Cost:  Regular $195; LNC or Zoo Members $180

June 21-25, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

July 12-16, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

July 26-30, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

FAMILY PROGRAMS

No Family classes available at this time

Cancellation and Refund Policy

  1. Individuals who wish to cancel their registration in any class must notify the Education Department, in writing, no less than one week prior to the actual date of the class. We will refund 80% of the class fee upon receipt of a written or email (danita.robbins@louisvilleky.gov) cancellation.
    There will be no refunds for cancellations made less than one week prior to class date.
  2. The Education Department reserves the right to cancel classes with insufficient registration.
  3. There will be a $10 service charge for any changes in the original registration.
  4. Pre-registration is required for all classes.

Registration Information

Registrations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis and camps fill quickly. Pre-registration is required for all classes.

  1. Online registrations through our eTicket Store are available unless otherwise noted. Only credit card payments accepted.  Confirmations are automatically emailed with your ticket. Please be sure to "view and print" your eTickets.
  2. For mail in registrations, Download a Summer Registration Form. Payments must be received with the registration form at least two weeks to the preferred session. Confirmations will be mailed to you. Please make your check payable to the Louisville Zoo.
  3. Reservations will not be taken over the phone.

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