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Junior Zoo Keeper Camp
Ages 13-17
Perfect for teens interested in pursuing veterinary, animal science, or conservation-related careers, Junior Zoo Keeper Camp gives teens an in-depth look at real-world animal care!
Safari Explorer Summer Camp
Ages 5-7 & 8-12
Our Safari Explorer Summer Camps are divided into two age groups.
Plus, we have a one-hour Habitat Hangout add-on for extra fun!
Guardian & Me Camp
Ages 3-5 + 1 Adult (required)
For our littlest explorers, check out our brand-new Guardian & Me Camp - designed just for minis and their favorite grown-up!
These 4-day camps include animal showings with some of our favorite animal friends, games and crafts, interactive activities, along with tours of the Zoo and/or Wildlife Museum (including Zoo & Museum admission for the day), and other fun surprises! Plus, snacks are provided daily!
A new theme each week!
AGES:
Summer Camps are divided into two age groups:
Ages 5* - 7
Ages 8 - 12
*Note: 5-year-olds must be 5 years old prior to August 21, 2025 and must have attended at least one day of Kindergarten.
Five-year-olds that are not age 5 prior to August 21, 2025 and have not attended at least 1 day of Kindergarten are eligible to register for Guardian & Me Camp!
WHEN:
Summer Camps are various dates, Tuesday - Friday, from June 2 - July 17.
You may enroll your child(ren) for single dayor for all four days (Tuesday - Friday)
TIMES:
Both Age Groups
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
REGISTRATION FEES per Child:
MEMBERS: $25/Single Day or $90/Tuesday - Friday (4-Day "Week")
NON-MEMBERS: $30/Single Day or $108/Tuesday - Friday (4-Day "Week")
Registration includes Admission to the Zoo & Wildlife Museum for the day for the child.
Camp dates and times that do not show up on the online form are SOLD OUT.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Must be registered for Summer Camps by the THURSDAY PRIOR to the camp week you're registered for.
Must pre-register. No drop-offs!
QUESTIONS?
Contact our Education Curator, Teagan Miller, at teagan@rollinghillszoo.org or call 785-827-9488, ext 132.
Extend the Summer Camp fun with Habitat Hangout, a one-hour add-on designed for campers who aren’t quite ready to leave the adventure behind, or perfect for parents who need a little extra flexibility for pickup!
Kids will get to unwind and chill while coloring, crafting or playing with nature, while enjoying a snack!
FEES:
For Both Members & NonMembers
$10/Child, Per Single Day
$24/Child, Per 4-Day Week
TIMES:
For Both Age Groups
11:30 - 12:30 PM
Note: If a week is not listed under our Summer Camp Weeks & Themes, it’s not actually “missing.”
These weeks are designated for our Guardian & Me Camps.
Additionally, any weeks that do not appear on the online form are Sold Out.
WEEK 1 • JUNE 2 - 5
OCEANS
Explore the unknown in the depths of the ocean.
TUE: Reef • WED: Deep Sea • THU: Arctic • FRI: Forests in the Ocean
WEEK 2 • JUNE 9 - 12
FOSSIL FRIENDS
Lace up your boots and explore the creatures of the past.
TUE: Megalodon • WED: T-Rex • THU: Saber-toothed Cat • FRI: Giant Ground Sloth
WEEK 4 • JUNE 23 - 26
PRIMATES in the FORESTS
From the treetops to the forest floor - a primate exploration week.
TUE: Lemurs • WED: Apes • THU: Old World Monkeys (Africa & Asia) • FRI: New World Monkeys (Mexico to South America)
WEEK 6 • JULY 7 - 10
SUMMER VACATION (MIGRATION)
Explore how animals take their vacations.
TUE: Zebra • WED: Butterflies & Birds • THU: Sea Turtle Migration • FRI: Sharks & Whales
WEEK 7 • JULY 14 - 17
BUILT DIFFERENT
The wonderfully weird animals of the animal kingdom.
TUE: Freaky Feathered Friends - Shoebill Stork, Arctic Terns, Penguinsand, & More
WED: Primates of the Night - Aye Ayes, Bush Babies, & More
THU: Venomous Lizards - Gila Monster, Komodo Dragon, & More
FRI: Xenarthans - Who's heard of them? Anteater, Sloth, Armadillo, & More
MEMBERS: $135/Person • NON-MEMBERS: $140/Person
Dates: Tuesday, May 26 - Friday, May 29, 2026
Time: 9 AM - 3:30 PM, Daily
Camp Includes: T-Shirt, lunch, and a variety of interactive lessons provided by our Zoo Keepers & other Zoo staff.
Junior Zoo Keeper Camp offers an in-depth look at careers in conservation, animal science, and veterinary medicine. Participants will learn how animals are trained for routine health checks and veterinary procedures, tour the zoo’s on-site veterinary clinic, and hear directly from the zoo’s veterinarian about real-world animal care. This camp is ideal for teens interested in pursuing veterinary, animal science, or conservation-related careers.
Must be registered for Summer Camps by the THURSDAY PRIOR to the camp week you're registered for.
Junior Zoo Keepers, while none of this is required, it is highly recommended:
Wear clothing that is okay to get dirty, tennis shoes or work boots, work gloves and a hat.
Bring an extra pair of clothes, just in case.
Water bottle required.
Sunscreen is recommended.
Be advised of possible changes in the weather. It could be rainy one day, but activities will not be changed unless weather is inclement.
MEMBERS: $25/Child & Adult • NON-MEMBERS: $30/Child & Adult
A Guardian, of 18 years of age or older, is REQUIRED to attend.
*Five-year-olds that are not age 5 prior to August 21, 2025 and have not attended at least 1 day of Kindergarten are eligible to register for Guardian & Me Camp!
If they are age 5 prior to that date and have attended at least 1 day of Kindergarten, you can sign them up for Safari Explorer Camp.
Moms, Dads, Grandparents, Guardians - register yourself and your favorite little explorer for this two-hour guided camp, complete with an animal encounter, a lesson, animal-themed story and a craft!
Dates: June 17, 18, 19 | July 1, 2, 3 | July 22, 23, 24
Time: 9 AM - 11 AM
Camp Includes: Animal Encounter, Short Lesson, Story Time, Craft & Snack! (Does not include Zoo & Wildlife admission)
Must be registered for Summer Camps by the THURSDAY PRIOR to the camp week you're registered for.
Note: If a week is not listed here, it’s not “missing.”
Those weeks are designated for our Safari Explorer Camps.
Additionally, any weeks that do not appear on the online form are Sold Out.
WEEK 3 • PRIMATE WEEK • JUNE 17, 18, 19
JUNE 17: Chimpanzee
JUNE 18: Ring-tailed Lemur
JUNE 19: Orangutan
WEEK 5 • OCEAN FRIENDS • JULY 1, 2, 3
JULY 1: Shark
JULY 2: Dolphin
JULY 3: Sea Turtle
WEEK 8 • FRIENDS THAT FLY • JULY 22, 23, 24
JULY 22: Flamingo
JULY 23: Parrots & Macaws
JULY 24: Owls
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