2013 Camp Descriptions

For Campers Entering Grades 6-7

Week 2: June 24-28: Lights, Cameras, Animals

Twilight
As the sun sets, a wolf howls, lemurs swing, and alligators hunt. Study the wonder of crepuscular animals- the few who are active at dusk and dawn-and learn about the adaptations that help them survive. Then decide. What team are you on?
Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Morning Meeting Location: Visitor's Center Auditorium

Week 4: July 8-12: Zoomagination

Operation: Conservation
Be the expert! The National Zoo is a leader in saving endangered species. Learn about the Zoo’s efforts in rehabilitating black footed ferrets and Panamanian golden frog populations, and then get on the case! Do research, complete experiments, and create a plan to save the polar bears (formerly Survivor).
Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Morning Meeting Location: Visitor's Center Auditorium

Week 6: July 22-26: Book Worms

Hunger Games
It’s survival of the fittest in this dog eat dog world. Investigate evolution, how animals have developed, and create your own theory on the future of a Zoo species. Will your species survive? How can you help? Your name has been picked, register now, and “may the odds be ever in your favor.”
Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Morning Meeting Location: Visitor's Center Auditorium

Week 8: Aug 5-9: Zoology 101

Critter Twitter
Walk. Talk. Grunt and squeak and squawk with the animals! Explore the world of animal linguistics as you study how to communicate with all of your senses. Speak with a species and become fluent in a very foreign language.
Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Morning Meeting Location: Visitor's Center Auditorium