snow safari
DAY CAMP
A WILD NATURE EXPLORATION FOR CHILDREN IN GRADES K-5. Just because it's winter doesn't mean you need to hibernate. The National Zoo's animals are ready to romp—and we are ready for you! Snow Safari campers will explore the lives, habitats, and conservation of animals around the world.
Each four-day session includes exciting hands-on activities, craft projects, and science experiments. Participants will also meet Zoo experts, go on exclusive tours, and experience private animal encounters. (Please note: There is never direct contact with the animals.) There's "snow" doubt about it! Snow Safari Day Camp is the coolest way to spend your winter vacation.
Program Options Grades K-1
WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE
A wonderful world unfolds in this four-day investigation of the animal kingdom. Each day, kids study a different animal and learn about its home. Join the adventure, max out on fun, and become king of the wild things.
PURR OR GROWL
The Zoo is always purring with excitement! Learn about your favorite felines through Zoo walks, science projects, and purr-fect crafts. Lions, tigers, cheetahs, and more—missing out would be a cat-astrophe!
Program Grades 2-5
EXTREME ANIMALS
Animals are built for survival. They can live deep in the sea, buried in snow, or in the driest desert. Get answers to your extreme animal questions and discover the roughest, toughest, fastest, and strongest animals alive. This camp will surely earn a gold medal in fun!
AGES
Campers are grouped into two grade levels: K-1 and 2-5. Snow Safari is not offered at the pre-K level. Children may only be registered for their current grade level.
DATES/TIMES
Sessions are held Dec. 27-30, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Campers must be dropped off between 8:45 and 9 a.m. After-Camp Care is offered in the Visitor Center classrooms from 3 to 6 p.m. for an additional fee. Space in After-Camp Care is limited and not guaranteed.
FEES
A current FONZ household membership or higher is required to participate.
CAMP SESSION: $280
AFTER-CAMP CARE: $100
After-Care is held in the Visitor Center classrooms from 3-6 p.m. An additional fee will be charged at 6 p.m.
LOCATION
All classes are held in the Visitor Center classrooms. Please pick up campers in parking lot A. Campers in After-Camp Care must be picked up in the Visitor Center classrooms.
REGISTRATION
Registration begins November 8 at 10 a.m. All confirmation materials will be sent via email upon registration.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellation requests received at least four weeks before the session will receive a 75 percent refund.
Please
email the FONZ Snow Safari Day Camp office.
No refunds will be made for less than four weeks' notice.
Space in the Snow Safari Day Camp and After-Care is limited!
