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2010 Camp Descriptions
For Campers Entering Grades 4-5

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Week 1: June 21-25

Amazon Adventure
Spend a week in the rainforest and get face to face with some of the world's most intriguing creatures, including monkeys, frogs, and giant fish. Go high in the canopy and then down to the forest floor and river on a wild adventure you'll never forget.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Classroom Near Parking Lot D

Junior Zoologist
Take on the role of a young research scientist and perform some of the same experiments as our Zoo scientists. Meet a few of these animal experts and discover what it takes to become a great zoologist.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Visitor Center Classroom

Week 2: June 28-July 2

Animal Behavior 101
Elephants, sea lions, and many other animals receive special instruction from their keepers. Take a seat in the animals' "classroom" and discover the ins and outs of animal training and enrichment.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Classroom Near Parking Lot D

Wildlife Conservation
The National Zoo is a leader in saving endangered species including giant pandas, Asian elephants, and clouded leopards. Meet experts in the field of animal science and species survival, and discover the important work they do. Plus, find out how you can protect wildlife at home.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Visitor Center Classroom

Week 3: July 5-9

Zoo Crew
Do you dream about working at the Zoo? Experience what it's like to be a research scientist, animal keeper, and more. Meet National Zoo experts and discover what it takes to run the Zoo.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Classroom Near Parking Lot D

Photo Safari
Photograph exotic animals big and small. Learn the basics of wildlife photography as you journey through the Zoo. Traditional or digital SLR cameras are encouraged, but point-and-shoot cameras are OK too. Bring your printed pictures for a photo show at the end of the week. Participants with film cameras will need two rolls of color film per day.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Classroom Near Parking Lot D

Week 4: July 12-16

Photo Safari
Photograph exotic animals big and small. Learn the basics of wildlife photography as you journey through the Zoo. Traditional or digital SLR cameras are encouraged, but point-and-shoot cameras are OK too. Bring your printed pictures for a photo show at the end of the week. Participants with film cameras will need two rolls of color film per day.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Classroom Near Parking Lot D

Down by the Bay
The Chesapeake Bay is one of the region's biggest natural resources. Learn about its many residents, from blue crabs to the occasional manatee, and how you can help keep the bay healthy. Meet the Zoo's bay creatures and take a field trip to the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center on the Bay.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Visitor Center Classroom

Week 5: July 19-23

Photo Safari
Photograph exotic animals big and small. Learn the basics of wildlife photography as you journey through the Zoo. Traditional or digital SLR cameras are encouraged, but point-and-shoot cameras are OK too. Bring your printed pictures for a photo show at the end of the week. Participants with film cameras will need two rolls of color film per day.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Classroom Near Parking Lot D

Zoo MD
Imagine what it takes to care for a toothy tiger, or slimy salamander. How do you X-ray a stingray or give a shot to a shrew? Zoo veterinarians have one of the toughest jobs around. Visit the Zoo's animal hospital and meet the vets that care for our 400 different species of animals right here at the National Zoo. Scrubs are optional.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Visitor Center Classroom

Week 6: July 26-30

Photo Safari
Photograph exotic animals big and small. Learn the basics of wildlife photography as you journey through the Zoo. Traditional or digital SLR cameras are encouraged, but point-and-shoot cameras are OK too. Bring your printed pictures for a photo show at the end of the week. Participants with film cameras will need two rolls of color film per day.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Classroom Near Parking Lot D

Livin' la Cheetah Loca
Find out about the fast, fantastico felines at the National Zoo. Learn to spot the cheetah's amazing adaptations and lifestyle. This class will take you from zero to 45 in less than three seconds. Sign up now before spaces run out.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Visitor Center Classroom

Week 7: August 2-6

Junior Marine Biologist
From seals to otters to octopodes and crabs, marine biologists dive in to investigate. Discover the Zoo's bubbliest animals and meet some of the experts who are keeping them afloat in the Zoo and around the world.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Visitor Center Classroom

Zoo Tube
Learn about arthropods and tripods, shot lists and conservationists. Put a small mammal on the big screen! In this class, learn some of the introductory elements to movie making and wildlife conservation while making your own doc-zoo-mentary. Conclude the final class with a screening of your work. Cameras will be provided but there will be a $50 equipment fee.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Classroom Near Parking Lot D

Week 8: August 9-13

Superman-imals
With capes, super strength, disguises, and binocular vision, animals have amazing powers. Learn all about the superheroes (and villains) of the animal world. Make your own comic book about the awesome adventures of Superman-imals! Saving the day, summer 2010. Education in flight thanks to our generous sponsor, United Airlines.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Visitor Center Classroom

Zoo Crew
Do you dream about working at the Zoo? Experience what it's like to be a research scientist, animal keeper, and more. Meet National Zoo experts and discover what it takes to run the Zoo.
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Visitor Center Classroom

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