Ages 13 � 17
Fees: $125 members/$155 non-members (includes materials fee)
August 9-13, 1 - 4:30 pm FULL - Taking Wait List
Specially designed for teens, this program will teach the basics necessary to take great digital photos. We'll have behind the scenes access, animal close encounters and head outside of the zoo, all in the quest for the perfect "shot." Students will design, produce and participate in their own photo exhibition! Note: students must provide their own digital camera, memory card(s) and batteries.
Keeper For A Week
Fee: $115 members/$130 non-members
August 2-6, 9 am - 12:30 pm FULL - Taking Wait List
August 9-13, 1 - 4:30 pm FULL - Taking Wait List
August 16-20, 9 am - 12:30 pm FULL - Taking Wait List
We offer a similar program throughout the year, click here for details.
If you are thinking of working with animals or wildlife as a career, this is your chance to try it out and find out if it's really for you! Scoop poop, prepare animal diets and meet new animal friends as you discover all of the fun (and work) of life as a Zookeeper.
Marine Biologist For A Week
Fee: $115 members/$130 non-members
July 12-16, 9 am - 12:30 pm FULL - Taking Wait List
August 9-13, 9 am - 12:30 pm FULL - Taking Wait List
We offer a similar program throughout the year, click here for details.
Have you ever thought it would be cool to be a marine biologist? Here is your opportunity to see what it's really like to work in this field � spend time with the sharks, prepare food for the community tank, and meet marine mammal trainers in this one-of-a-kind career exploration.
Teens In Science FULL - Taking Wait List
Fee: $400 members/$450 non-members. Fee includes off-site transportation, applicable admission fees, special materials and all lunches.
July 5-9, 9 am - 4:30 pm
Spend five days exploring different careers in the environmental science field. Each day we will travel off-site for adventures, complete a bird census at a wildlife refuge, try your hand at a water chemistry experiment and spend a day in the wilderness as a park ranger to name a few! Small class size (maximum 6) makes this a unique experience that your teen won't forget! Note: A list of special materials needed (water bottles, backpack, etc. will be mailed 2 weeks prior to start date of camp).
Please call (253) 591-5333 for registration and additional information.
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