Accommodations and Other Details
2009 Dates
- Online camp registration began February 3 at 10 a.m.
- One-week session for campers entering grades 5 and
6: July 5-11
- One-week sessions for campers entering grades 7 and
8: July 12-18 and July 19-25
- Two-week session for campers entering grades 9 and 10: July 26-August 8
Fees
A current FONZ Household membership (or higher level) is required to
participate. You can become a member or upgrade your membership during the registration process or 
join FONZ or upgrade now. Full payment is required with registration.
- One-week session: $750
- Two-week session: $1,495
Capacity
The maximum is 52 campers per week and a ratio of one staff member per six campers.
Staff
Staff is certified in Red Cross Basic First Aid and CPR. At least one staff member is a certified lifeguard. All staff have experience teaching children in an outdoor setting.
Location
Overnight camps are held at the Zoo’s Conservation and Research Center in Front Royal, Virginia. CRC is about 70 miles from Washington, D.C.
Accommodations
Campers sleep four per room in air-conditioned dormitories. Boys and girls stay in separate wings, each with its own bathroom. Bathrooms contain individual shower and toilet stalls. Campers may request only one roommate. See your confirmation package for details.
Food
Food is provided by a local caterer. Vegetarian options are available at every meal.
Transportation
Parents are responsible for transportation to and from camp. Directions will be mailed with confirmation package.
With our registration system for camps and classes, all participants must create an account to register. You will need your FONZ member ID ready during the process. This new system enables you to register multiple children at once, view your account online, and make payments. Also, nonmembers can join FONZ during the registration process.
Confirmation Package
Upon receipt of registration, we will send you a confirmation email containing directions, a packing list, and orientation information. Required medical forms will be mailed to registrants prior to the start of the camp session.
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel, notify the FONZ Summer Safari Office in writing or via email at least four weeks before the session(s) for which your child is registered to receive a 75-percent refund. No refunds or changes will be made thereafter.
