WHEELING, WV – This summer time, Good Zoo campers will expertise wildlife, nature, science and the outside by means of hands-on actions, experiments and animal ambassador experiences.
Oglebay Good Zoo has introduced 11 summer time camp applications designed for youngsters and younger adults ages 4 – 15. Campers who register by April 30 will obtain a ten% low cost on registration charges.
“Zoo camps are an effective way for youngsters to study animal biology, animal care, wildlife conservation and careers in biology in our distinctive zoo setting,” stated Good Zoo Director Dr. Joe Greathouse.
Along with Good Zoo actions, campers in 2nd – eighth grade applications will expertise extra aspects of the park, together with the outside pool in Oglebay’s historic Crispin Heart, and campers enrolled within the new “Get Your Recreation On!” program will check their poise on Oglebay’s aerial problem course.
“Our purpose is to encourage a enjoyable studying setting by guaranteeing youngsters work together with animals and one another and get no less than 60 minutes of train every day by means of a wide range of bodily actions,” stated Good Zoo Curator of Training Courtney Snyder. “By periods at Oglebay’s outside pool and splash pad and Good Zoo’s playground, we encourage play and train campers the significance of dwelling an energetic, wholesome life-style.”
2023 GOOD ZOOS SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS:
Muddy Grubby
5 – 9 June
Designed for youngsters aged 4 years getting into 1st grade
Nothing is just too muddy or soiled for us in our hottest zoo summer time training program! It is all about Nature Play. We discover creatures within the stream and worms within the mud. Spray, dig, discover and construct on this program. Go to with the animals, create nature artwork and rather more! Make reminiscences as we take pleasure in summer time days exploring nature on this unforgettable expertise.
Creepy Critters
26 – 30 June
Designed for youngsters aged 4 years getting into 1st grade
From creepy crawlies to scaly slithering snakes, discover the misunderstood creatures of the zoo and out within the wild! Even among the cute and fuzzy animals have some unusual diversifications. Campers will face their fears whereas assembly a cockroach and can even create a maze for drugs. By video games, crafts, and different actions, youngsters will develop an appreciation for animals they could not have preferred earlier than, or take pleasure in studying extra in regards to the creatures they’ve all the time cherished!
The place the wild issues are
17 – 21 July
Designed for youngsters aged 4 years getting into 1st grade
On this program we study every of the seven continents and use crafts and hands-on actions to recreate the various completely different habitats. Then head out to the zoo to find the animals that decision these habitats residence. Additionally get an perception into the completely different cultures of the individuals who share the continents – enhance your individual boomerang, create an African-inspired necklace, and make “sushi” for a few of our animals!
Animals in motion
7. – 11. August
Designed for youngsters aged 4 years getting into 1st grade
Leap like a kangaroo, slide like a snake and run like a cheetah! Members will uncover why animals transfer the best way they do and see them in motion. We begin every day with animal yoga after which use video games and actions to discover the animals’ athletic talents and see how our talents match up!
Maintaining it actual
12. – 16. June
Designed for youngsters in 2nd and third grade
By simulations, actions and video games, we’ll discover the thrilling, rewarding and demanding jobs on the zoo! Construct your individual animal exhibit and find out how zookeepers enrich and practice animals. Study actual reside zoo animals, learn x-rays, use a microscope and examine animals’ heartbeats. You may even be part of our “I ate an insect membership” in case you like, by style testing among the similar meals our animals eat. Monday to Thursday all actions happen within the zoo, however on Friday afternoon we go for a swim within the outside pool.
Zoo-per Powers
3 – 7 July
Designed for youngsters in 2nd and third grade
Animals have unbelievable abilities, identical to the skills of superheroes. Discover most of the extraordinary issues animals can do! Learn the way some animals have tremendous senses. See how some creatures can turn into virtually invisible with their camouflage! On the finish of the week, campers will design their very own tremendous animal and inform a narrative about its powers. Monday to Thursday all actions happen within the zoo, however on Friday afternoon we go for a swim within the outside pool.
Play with the animals
24 – 28 July
Designed for youngsters in 2nd and third grade
Be part of the zoo’s workforce to study how we be sure that zoo animals are comfortable, wholesome and behaving naturally. You’ll assist us make particular enrichment objects and treats for the zoo animals and study how we practice animals to help with well being and veterinary procedures. Additionally, you will have the chance to craft an enrichment merchandise in your pet at residence! Go to animal ambassadors and extra! On daily basis begins on the zoo, however within the afternoon we go for a swim within the outside pool and play the coaching sport within the water like a dolphin! Do you wish to be part of this system however do not wish to go to the pool? Attempt our day possibility from 9-12!
Soiled Filthy
14. – 18. August
Designed for youngsters in 2nd and third grade
Do not wait to affix this common messy journey! Search for nasty objects in a scavenger hunt! Gather branches to construct a easy wilderness shelter. Conduct a pollination experiment, play within the water, and study the worth of our “cute” and “not-so-cute” zoo animals. Monday to Thursday all actions happen within the zoo, however on Friday afternoon we go for a swim within the outside pool.
Wild work
19. -23. June
Designed for youngsters in grades 4-8. class
Expertise the challenges of working in a zoo on this hands-on program. You’ll sort out the duties of a homesteader, train “visitors” in regards to the animals and do some actual analysis. You’ll even study veterinary duties if you participate within the care of one in all our animals, in addition to many different actions to higher perceive all of the wild jobs in a zoo. Interview an actual zookeeper and get solutions to your most curious questions on life in a zoo! You additionally get the chance to design your individual exhibition. Monday to Thursday all actions will happen within the zoo, however on Friday afternoon we’ll go for a swim within the outside pool.
ZSI – Zoo Scene Investigation
10 – 14 July
Designed for youngsters in grades 4-8. class
A sensible joker wreaks havoc on the zoo! Animal names and graphics are modified, misinformation is rampant, and even one of many golf carts is vandalized. Your assist is required to gather proof equivalent to fingerprints and interview suspects. Earn your investigator’s badge as you resolve these mysteries and assist zoo guests study the true details in regards to the animals whereas studying some forensic methods. Campers will spend the afternoon swimming in Oglebay’s outside pool. Do you wish to go to camp however do not wish to go to the pool? Attempt our day possibility from 9-12!
Get your sport on
31 July – 4 August
Designed for youngsters in grades 4-8. class
Take a look at your data, agility, survival abilities and talent to beat tough challenges on this sport present impressed camp! From Jeopardy to Worry Issue, we’ll put our zoo twist on some common sport reveals. See in case you can guess the value of things used within the zoo. Are you smarter than a zookeeper? Or meet in a trivia problem with our workers! Monday by means of Wednesday, all actions shall be on the zoo, however on Thursday afternoon we’ll go to the Oglebay airstrip and on Friday afternoon we’ll go for a swim within the outside pool.
Dates and costs range by camp. Camp charges and registration data can be found on-line at oglebay.com/good-zoo/summer-camps or by cellphone by calling the Good Zoo workplace at 304-243-4100.
To reinforce the camp expertise, a lot of extra facilities can be found for buy, together with pre and submit therapy, camp t-shirts and packed lunches. Babysitting costs, t-shirt costs and lunch menus are additionally accessible at oglebay.com/good-zoo/summer-camps.