Fort Wayne Children's Zoo

Summer Safari & Spring Break Day Camp

Summer Safari Campers with K'ZooEarly Registration* begins February 1

*Early registration is available for BasicPlus, Zoo Friend, Zoo Booster, Safari Club, Director's Circle, and King of the Jungle Members only. 

Open Registration begins February 8

Please read the camp descriptions below and review the camp schedule. 

Spring Break Camp:  Click here to register online for Spring Break Camp
Summer Safari Day Camp:  Click here to register online for Summer Safari Day Camp
Click here to download and print a registration form for either program.  Mail or FAX the form to the zoo with your payment to Programs, 3411 Sherman Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46808 FAX 260-427-6820.
You may also register in person at the Zoo Office weekdays from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

 

Spring Break Day Camp Descriptions

Age 3 + Adult
Zoo Tots:  Bugs Don't Bug Me
 Explore those creepy, crawly critters that outnumber people 200 million to one. In this fun filled camp, you will learn about how important bugs are to out everyday life.  Fee includes one adult and one 3-year-old child.
 
Age 4-5
Kazoos: Backyard Habitat
Preschoolers ages 4-5 will explore the secret lives of birds, bugs, and other creatures found in their own backyard. They will also make crafts that can help attract these furry and feathered friends to their home.  This is not a parent-child class. 
Age 6-12
Holes, Hide-a-ways, and Houses
Holes, Hide-a-ways, and Houses is an adventure-filled program for children ages 6-12 years old. Discover some of the most innovative homes in the animal world. Then test your creativity by trying your hand at architecture of your own.

Egg-cellent Adventure
Egg-cellent Adventure is a program for children ages 6-12 years old. Believe it or not, eggs are tough to crack .Explore all there is to know about what makes up an egg, inside and out. From tadpoles, to birds, to spiders - eggs are key in creating and maintaining life.

Mad Scientist Day
Mad Scientist Day is a fun-filled program for children ages 6-12 years old. From geysers to goo - this camp is for you! Get your hands dirty and go a little mad performing safe and fun experiments you can do with everyday household items.
 

Summer Safari Day Camp Descriptions

18 - 36 months with Adult
Walkin' & Rollin'
a fun-filled 2 -1/2 hr. program for children ages 18 mos. to 3 years with adult. Every day we will venture through a different area of the zoo, exploring with our new friends and learning about the animal kingdom. We will ride rides, play games, sing songs, meet animal friends and even make something special to take home.
Age 3-4 with Adult
Me & You at the Zoo
A fun-filled 2 - 1/2 hr. program for children ages 3-4 years with adult. Everyday we will venture through a different area of the zoo, exploring with our new friends and learning about the animal kingdom. We will ride rides, play games, sing songs, meet animal friends and even make something special to take home.
 
Age 4-5
Animal Alphabet
A fun-filled half day program for children ages 4-5 years. Children will learn about the animals at the zoo, with an emphasis on the letters of the alphabet. Every day we will venture through a different area of the zoo, exploring with our new friends and learning about the animal kingdom. We will ride rides, play games, sing songs, and even make something special to take home.

Count the Zoo
A fun-filled half day program for children ages ages 4-5 years. Children will learn about the animals at the zoo, with an emphasis on the numbers and counting. Every day we will venture through a different area of the zoo, exploring with our new friends and learning about the animal kingdom. We will ride rides, play games, sing songs, and even make something special to take home.
 
Age 5-6
Rumble in the Jungle
A fun-filled program for children ages 5-6 years. We will learn about the mysteries of the animal world.  We’ll focus on camouflage and adaptations during our week at the zoo. Every day, we will venture through a different area of the zoo, exploring with our hands and senses, making new friends and learning about the animal kingdom. We will ride rides, play games, sing songs, and even make something special to take home.

Who's Who at the Zoo
A fun-filled program for children ages 5-6 years. What’s a bird? What’s a reptile, a mammal, an amphibian and a fish? How do we tell them apart? Every day we will venture through a different area of the zoo, exploring with our hands, making new friends and learning about the animal kingdom. We will ride rides, play games, sing songs, and even make something special to take home.

Monkey See, Monkey Do
 A fun-filled program for children ages ages 5-6 years. We will learn all about primates from around the world, including the differences between monkeys and apes, primate behavior, and prehensile tails during this four-day program at the zoo. Every day, we will venture through a different area of the zoo, exploring with our hands and senses, making new friends and learning all about primates. We will ride rides, play games, sing songs, and even make something special to take home.
 
Age 7-8
Design a Zoo
A fun-filled program for children ages 7-8 years. We will explore the reasons we have zoos: Education, Recreation, Conservation, and Research. Participants will go behind the scenes at the zoo, observe how the zoo operates, meet the many people who work here, and discover how we create exhibits. Campers will work together to create their own exhibit and zoo. Every day we will venture through a different area of the zoo, exploring with our new friends. We will ride rides, play games, sing songs, and even make something special to take home.

World Traveler
A fun-filled program for children ages 7-8 years. They will be learning about the animals and cultures from all around the world. We will learn to speak as if Australian, play games and sing songs from Africa, and even try a snack or two from another country. Every day we will venture through a different area of the zoo, exploring with our hands, making new friends and learning about the animal kingdom and the country they come from. We will ride rides, play games, sing songs, and even make something special to take home.

Positively Predators
An action packed program for children ages 7-8 years. Not all deadly creatures of the animal kingdom advertise the fact that they can do some serious damage. Some are cute and furry, resembling household pets, while others appear deceptively slow and calm or just blend into their surroundings. Each day your camper will discover a different area of the zoo and a different type of predator. We will ride rides, play games, sing songs, and even make something special to take home.
 
Age 9-10
Survivor
A fun-filled program for children ages 9-10 years. Can your camper outlearn, outplay, and outdiscover the other campers? This action-packed camp has something for everyone. Each day campers will discover a different area of the zoo and investigate different topic, including predator/prey relationships, camouflage, and adaptations. Campers will take information they learn throughout the morning to help them with fun challenges in the afternoon.

Zoo Detective
A fun-filled program for children ages 9-10 years. With the “Who did it?” theme, campers will solve an animal mystery by gathering clues, conducting experiments, and venturing through the zoo in search of answers. Campers will be exploring all areas of the zoo, riding rides (this does not include ponies), and meeting new friends. We create a new mystery every year!
 
Age 8-12
Animal Artist
Does your child age 8-12 years like to draw, paint, or sculpt AND love animals? This camp is for you! While we will visit the zoo every day, most of our time will be spent learning about the animals they have chosen for their projects. Campers will fine tune their art skills and leave with some really cool projects, including sketching, painting, print making, sculpture, and more. Projects will be on display Friday afternoon.
Age 9-12
Photo Safari
Is your child age 9-12 years a budding photographer?  Join us on a photo safari as we explore the wonders of the zoo and the mysteries of the animal world. Each day, we will visit the zoo to learn about the animals and fine-tune our photography skills. Campers will then select their favorite photos to create their very own scrapbook.  Scrapbooks will be displayed the last day of camp and taken home as a souvenir to treasure forever. Campers must bring their own digital camera to camp each day.
Age 11-12
Animal Training 101
A learning program for campers ages 11-12 years. We will explore the hows and whys of animal training in many ways.  Campers will even train an animal themselves! We will observe keepers as they train animals and have a chance to talk with some trainers. We will also visit behind the scenes, and get our hands dirty, and participate in a training competition.

Junior Zoo Keepers
A learning program for campers ages 11-12 years. Ever wonder what it’s like to be a keeper? Campers will be getting dirty as they spend the week in the role of zookeeper. We will clean, fix and deliver food, explore animal training, conduct research, travel behind the scenes, and much more. Thursday includes a late arrival 12:30 p.m. and an overnight at the zoo. Overnight includes a pizza party, night hike, and much more.