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 Zoo School
Spring - Summer 2013 Catalog
Summer Camps
This summer, the Zoo School at Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo is headquarters for more than 100 week-long camps for students who have completed K-8th grades. Kids and teens can learn about nature, science and the animal kingdom while hiking through the Zoo, exploring behind-the-scenes and cooling off in the Zoo's water play areas. Adventure camps include animal encounters, keeper talks, educational shows, games, crafts and more.
A typical day at Summer Camp Includes:
- Zoo hikes
- Classroom lessons with pictures and artifacts
- Daily animal encounter or animal enrichment
- Activities based on the weekly camp theme
- Arts and crafts projects
- Animal shows
- Animal feedings
- Keeper talks
- Educational videos
To see a complete list of camp themes that are offered Click HERE and register for camps as a "New User" (no purchase will be required).
Time:
Camp begins PROMPTLY at 9 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. If you need to drop your child off before 8:55 a.m. or pick them up after 4 p.m. you MUST sign up for Extended Care.
General Summer Camps:
Annual Zoo Pass Holder: $170/child per week
Non-Zoo Pass Holder: $190/child per week
Shutterbug Camps:
Annual Zoo Pass Holder: $190/child per week
Non-Zoo Pass Holder: $210/child per week
*We loan Fisher Price Kid Tough digital cameras, but if you would like to use your own personal camera, feel free to bring it along.
Animal Handling/Animal Trainer Camps:
Annual Zoo Pass Holder: $205/child per week
Non-Zoo Pass Holder: $225/child per week
Extended Care:
Morning: 7-9 a.m., $25/week
Afternoon: 4-6 p.m., $25/week
Extended care can only be for the entire week. Sorry, partial week extended care is not available.
Click HERE to enroll in our summer camps.
You don't have to take our word for it...
Click HERE to hear what the parents and students have to say about the Zoo School at Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo!
NEW! Camp Meal Options
Save time by ordering healthy and delicious meals for your child during their adventures at Zoo Camp.
Click HERE to download the order form.
Hillsborough County School
Holiday Camps
No School? No Problem! K-8th grade students, join Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo for fun and education during school breaks.
A typical day at camp includes:
• Zoo hikes
• Classroom lessons with pictures & artifacts
• Daily animal encounter or animal enrichment
• Arts & crafts projects
• Animal shows
• Animal feedings
• Keeper talks
• Educational videos
Program Information*
1 Day Camp: Zoo Pass Holder $55/
Non-Zoo Pass Holder $65
5 Day Camp: Zoo Pass Holder $175/
Non-Zoo Pass Holder $195
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Extended Care:
Morning: 7-9 a.m., $15 for 1 Day Camps, $25 for 5 Day Camps
Afternoon: 4-6 p.m., $15 for 1 Day Camps, $25 for 5 Day Camps
Extended care can only be for the length of camp. Sorry, partial camp extended care is not available.
*All prices are per child and include on t-shirt that must be worn daily.
Classes for Kids Ages 2-5 & Parents!
Family Flock
(For Pre-K and younger)
Journey through the animal kingdom using the letters of the alphabet as your guide. Each class will focus on a specific letter of the alphabet and the amazing, awesome, awe-inspiring animal it represents. Play-based activities may include animal visits, biofact viewing, games, crafts, songs, and stories.
Program Information:
- 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
- An adult MUST accompany child(ren).
- Classes take place rain or shine.
- Registration is required no later than 1 week prior to class.
Cost (includes 1 child and 1 adult):
- Zoo Pass Holders $15
- Non-Zoo Pass Holders $17
- Additional siblings in household are $5 each
- Does not include Zoo admission. You must purchase tickets or use a Zoo Pass to enter the Zoo before or after class.
Click HERE to register online.
If you have additional questions, please call 813-935-8552 ext. 263.
CLASSES:
May 2 Lovely Leopards
May 9 Monster Mandrills
May 16 Outstanding Otters
May 23 Singing Siamangs
May 30 Frilly Frilled Lizard
July 1, 2, 3 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday) Eagles Red, White, and Zoo*
*Holiday Themed Classes for
Family Flock
Program Information:
- 10:30a.m. – 12p.m.
- An adult MUST accompany child(ren).
- Classes take place rain or shine.
- Registration is required no later than 1 week prior to class.
- Class sizes are limited so register early!
Cost (includes 1 child and 1 adult):
- Zoo Pass Holders $20
- Non-Zoo Pass Holders $25
- No discount for additional siblings
- Does not include Zoo admission. You must purchase tickets or use a Zoo Pass to enter the Zoo before or after class.
CLASSES:
Eagles Red, White, and Zoo
July 1, 2, 3
Learn about and meet our nation’s symbol, the bald eagle, when you join us for a red, white, and blue celebration of America’s birthday, including the best part of a birthday…cake!
Click HERE to register online.
Home School Programs
For K-8th Grades
Home School classes at the Zoo are interactive and hands-on. Animal-based classroom lessons are followed immediately by application with an animal encounter and/or Zoo Hike. Participants may express their creativity with a themed craft or experiment and also interact with their peers in classroom activities. All students receive a certificate of participation. Parent involvement is optional. Any information regarding Home School will be kept confidential. Programs meet Sunshine State Standards in Language Arts and Science. Materials will be provided only to paying participants.
Program Information:
- 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. NEW TIME!
- Zoo Pass Holders $25/
Non-Zoo Pass Holders $30
- Classes take place rain or shine
- Registration is required no later than 1 week prior to class
Children must be at least 5 years old to sign up for the K-2 classes.
If you have additional questions please call 813-935-8552 ext. 263.
Home School classes take place on Mondays (Grades K-2),
Wednesdays (Grades 3-5) and Tuesdays (Grades 6-8).
CLASSES:
May 6 (Grades K-2) Feathered Friends
May 8 (Grades 3-5) Birds of a Feather
May 14 (Grades 6-8) Ornithology
Time: 10a.m. – 12p.m.
Cost: Zoo Pass Holders $20/Non-Zoo Pass Holders $25 (includes access into DinoQuest)
Click HERE to register online.
Home School Group Rates for Grades Pre-K-12
- 1 free chaperone per 5 student ages 5 and under
- 1 free chaperone per 10 students ages 6 and up and mixed groups (ex: a group with K-2nd graders)
- Free parking
- Minimum of 15 paying visitors required for group rate
- Payment must be made collectively, not individually, and paid on arrival
Click HERE for pricing and to register for your field trip.
Click HERE for more info on Tours & Special Experiences at the Zoo.
Parent's Night Out
Looking for more than just a babysitter? Trust your children to the professional Education Department staff at the Zoo. Take advantage of our reliable service that includes entertainment, a pizza snack, and drinks while you go out and have a wild time!
Program Information:
• Ages: 3-12 (must be potty trained)
• 1st Saturday of each month (2nd Saturday in August)
• Drop off at 5:30p.m. Pick up at 11p.m.
• $30 for one child, $10 for each additional child ($40 for one child, $20 for each additional child for April's Prehistoric DinoNite Out)
• One week advance registration is required.
Click HERE to register online.
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Animal Careers Teen Workshops
Do you love animals? Do you hope to work in a zoo one day? This 2.5-hour workshop for teens, ages 13-17, is a perfect opportunity to learn more about animal-related careers, to get to know some of the animals at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo up-close and to earn service hours.
Workshop includes:
- Introduction to animal careers
- An animal encounter
- A Zoo tour including a “behind-the-scenes” component and an animal enrichment or husbandry experience
- A mini service project
- A certificate acknowledging the service hours earned through the workshop
Dates:
Monday, June 17, 3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, July 20, 9 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $25*
*Does not include Zoo admission before or after workshop.
Questions? Please email the Youth Programs Coordinator or call
813-935-8552 ext. 479.
Click HERE to register online.
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