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Zoo CAMPS

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Join the Waitlist

Thank you for your interest in our Summer Day Camps! If the camp of your choice is sold out, please sign up for the waitlist by selecting the ‘Register for Camps’ button below. Once a spot becomes available, an automated message will be sent to you to complete your registration.

Woodland Park Zoo’s summer camps inspire children to make conservation a priority in their lives through play and science learning that builds connection to nature and the animals of our world. Our summer camp dates follow Seattle Public Schools’ calendar.

Camps are divided into tiers by camper age. Each tier offers developmentally appropriate curricula that support Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) with themes that are thought-provoking, educational, and fun.

Pond Turtles

Ages 5-6

Learn about the world of animals through exploration. Camp curricula focus on early learning best practices and school readiness.

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River Otters

Ages 7-9

Dive deeper into the world of animals as a scientist. Camp curricula focus on developing tools for scientific inquiry.

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Grizzly Bears

Ages 10-13

Go beyond the zoo to learn about global wildlife conservation and become a part of the solution. Camp curricula align with NGSS and youth development best practices.

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Camp Scholarships

Thank you for your interest in our summer camp program. Unfortunately, all available scholarship funds have now been exhausted.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at camps@zoo.org if you have any questions.

Additional Camp Information

Discover what a day at camp looks like, check out of FAQ’s, read our Parent Guide, and more!

Find out more information about participating in camp

Registration Information

Learn how to register for camps, extended care, and scholarships.

Find out more about Registration

Camp Safety & Policies

Find information regarding the zoo’s camp safety and program policies. Including kid codes, cancelation or modification, inclement weather plan, waitlists, and grouping requests. 

Visit the Safety and Policies page

Accommodation & Inclusion

Explore what accessibility and inclusion look like at camp through frequently asked questions and additional resources. 

Learn about accessibility and inclusion at camp

Questions?

If you have additional questions or need assistance contact us at camps@zoo.org.