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Do you know a child that dreams of spending his or her days surrounded by animals? Send them to ZooCamp! Perfect for budding scientists, zoologists, explorers, artists, and kids that just love animals! Days are filled with crafts, hands-on and inquiry driven activities, encounters with wild animal ambassadors, and guided Zoo tours. Campers will be able to safely explore the natural world with their ZooCamp family!

Zoo Adventures Prices

  • Full Week (RWPZ Members): $381
  • Full Week (Non-Members): $406
  • Per Day – Winter Session Only (RWPZ Members): $81
  • Per Day – Winter Session Only (Non-Members): $96

ZooCamp Hours

  • Camp sessions run from 8:00 am – 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

See below for details on upcoming winter, spring and summer programs and for important registration information.

Zoo Adventures Camp Sessions:

Winter Adventures | February 16-20, 2026

REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 7, 2026

Instead of keeping the kids inside during February school vacation, send them to Winter Adventures ZooCamp where your child will be engaged in a full day of crafts, hands-on and inquiry-driven activities, encounters with wild animal ambassadors and even bundled-up tours of the Zoo where each camper will get a chance to feed the goats in the Alex and Ani Farmyard. Please note: Only campers that attend all 5 days will receive a t-shirt.  Camp runs 8:15 am – 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday of February 16-20.

THEME: Island Trekking

Get your passports ready because we’re heading on an island trekking adventure around the world! Together we will travel to different islands and explore amazing creatures that have adapted to love on them. From the Giant Tortoise of the Galapagos Islands to the tiny but mighty American Burying Beetle on Block Island, we’ll explore the diverse creatures that inhabit islands both near and far!

REGISTER HERE for Winter Adventures > (Opens January 7th)

OR you can register for individual days of winter break:

Spring Adventures | April 13-17, 2026

REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 7, 2026

Shake off winter with a week filled with crafts, hands-on and inquiry-driven activities, encounters with wild animal ambassadors, and guided Zoo tours. Each Spring Adventures camper will get a ZooCamp t-shirt and the chance to feed the goats in the Alex and Ani Farmyard. Camp runs 8:15 am – 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday the week of April 13-17. 

THEME: Language of Color

Spring is in bloom and that means bright colored plants and animals are on the way! But have you ever wondered why some animals rock bright colored fur, feathers or scales while others seem to blend into their environment? This week we will learn about how animals use color to ward off predators, hide from danger, attract mates and even mimic other animals!

REGISTER HERE for Spring Adventures >  (Opens January 7th)

 

Summer Adventures | June 14 – August 21, 2026

Perfect for budding scientists, zoologists, explorers, artists, and kids who just love animals! Days are filled with crafts, hands-on and inquiry-driven activities, encounters with wild animal ambassadors, and guided Zoo tours. Each Summer Adventures camper will get a ZooCamp t-shirt and a chance to feed the goats in the Alex and Ani Farmyard. Camp runs 8:15 am – 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday.  

Summer ZooCamp Registration opens February 4th at 9 am for Summer Adventures.

Please note:Campers may be registered for one week of each theme for a maximum of one odd week and one even week. Registrations beyond this maximum will be canceled. If you are a RWPZ Member, you will be prompted to Create an Account or Login at checkout to receive discount.

Even Weeks: Stayin’ Alive

Animals in the food chain do everything they can stay alive! Over time many species have developed unique adaptations that keep them from becoming the next item on the menu. From clever tricksters to built in armor, we’ll learn about how animals survive in their natural habitat!

Odd Weeks: Wild World of Reptiles

Welcome to the wild world of reptiles! This week were diving into the diverse world of reptiles and their amazing adaptations. From snakes, to lizards, to turtles…OH MY! Each day we’ll explore a different species of reptiles through hands on games, crafts, and science activities. It’s going to be a SCALEY good time!

Adventures Summer Schedule: (June 14 – August 21, 2026)

  • Week 1: June 15 – June 19
  • Week 2: June 22 – June 26
  • Week 3: June 29 – July 3
  • Week 4: July 6 – July 10
  • Week 5: July 13 – July 17
  • Week 6: July 20 – July 24
  • Week 7: July 27 – July 31
  • Week 8: August 3 – August 7
  • Week 9: August 10 – August 14
  • Week 10: August 17 – August 21

Register for Summer ZooCamp Here > (Opens February 4th)

Important ZooCamp Information

Please Read Before Registering

  • Registration for Winter and Spring ZooCamps begins at 9:00 am on Wednesday, January 8th at rwpzoo.org. Registration deadlines are two weeks prior to your desired week of camp, but camps may sell out prior to deadlines.  
  • Registration for all Summer ZooCamps begins at 9:00 am on Wednesday, February 4th at rwpzoo.org.  Registration deadlines are two weeks prior to your desired week of camp, but camps may sell out prior to deadlines.  
  • Campers must be the minimum age of each camp at the time of attending camp. Requirements are not negotiable and are strictly enforced. RWP Zoo reserves the right to cancel your registration if your camper does not meet the minimum age requirement.  
  • Refunds, minus a $30.00 registration fee per camper, will be given through February 1, 2026, for Winter ZooCamps, April 1, 2026, for Spring ZooCamps, and June 1, 2026, for Summer ZooCamps. Absolutely no refunds will be given after these dates.  
  • $35 sibling discount applies to all full week ZooCamps. First registration at full price, $35 applied to each sibling thereafter. Siblings must be registered within the same account. 
  • Pre-paid lunch options for full-day campers are available. For $15.00/day, choose from Macaroni  and Cheese, Hot Dog, or a personal cheese pizza. All lunch options come with a side of applesauce, chips and a drink.  
  • For those parents that need a bit more time, we offer after camp care Monday – Friday from 3:30-5:30 for $100 per week. After Care can be added up to two weeks before your camp session.
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