Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 7–11 · $200/week
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Herpetology Summer Camp

Pinellas County · $200/week

Herpetology Summer Camp at Brooker Creek Preserve offers a week-long day camp for children aged 8-10 to explore reptiles and amphibians.

▌ Editor's read The Herpetology Summer Camp is offered by Brooker Creek Preserve, which is part of Pinellas County Parks and Conservation Resources. This indicates a municipal-parks ownership type. The camp is a day camp, running from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and is specifically for children aged 8-10. The camp focuses on reptiles and amphibians, aligning with its 'Herpetology' theme. While the website provides details on camp dates and themes, it does not mention ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies for staff. The camp's Facebook page is linked on the main Brooker Creek Preserve website, confirming its social media presence.
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Who thrives here Ages 7–11

Herpetology Summer Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given outdoors/nature program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 7–11
  • Hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
  • Address: 3940 Keystone Rd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34688, USA
  • Phone: (727) 453-6800
  • Cost notes: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. each day$200 per camperNo before or after camp care is availableAges 7-11Limited to 30 campers

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Herpetology Summer Camp

What ages does Herpetology Summer Camp accept?
Herpetology Summer Camp is open to children ages 7–11. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Herpetology Summer Camp cost?
Herpetology Summer Camp publishes $200/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Herpetology Summer Camp's hours?
Herpetology Summer Camp runs 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Herpetology Summer Camp?
Herpetology Summer Camp is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Herpetology Summer Camp provide lunch?
Herpetology Summer Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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