Wonders of the Wild
Explore nature, wildlife, and outdoor activities at the Idaho Falls Zoo.
▌ Editor's read The camp 'Wonders of the Wild' is offered by the City of Idaho Falls Parks and Recreation Department, as indicated by the URL (idahofallsidaho.gov/830/Summer-Camps). This suggests it is a municipal program. The website lists it as a summer camp, implying a day camp structure. There is no information regarding ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies on the provided page. The camp's focus is on outdoor and nature activities, aligning with its name. The cost per week is listed as $130.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 6–12
Wonders of the Wild 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
Details
- Category: Outdoors/Nature
- Ages: 6–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Address: 2920 E Sunnyside Rd, Idaho Falls, ID 83406
- Phone: 208-612-8480
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Wonders of the Wild
- What ages does Wonders of the Wild accept?
- Wonders of the Wild is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Wonders of the Wild cost?
- Wonders of the Wild publishes $130/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Wonders of the Wild's hours?
- Wonders of the Wild runs 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Wonders of the Wild?
- Wonders of the Wild 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 Wonders of the Wild provide lunch?
- Wonders of the Wild 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Wonders of the Wild with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- Financial aid and scholarship camps · Compare aid policies, discounts, and application timing.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Wonders of the Wild.
- Nike Wrestling Camps with Rulon Gardner at Club Apple - Full Day · Club Apple · Ages 8–18 · $611/week
- Nike Wrestling Camps with Rulon Gardner at Club Apple - Younger Clinic · Club Apple · Ages 5–9 · $436/week
- Wonders of the Wild - Session 2 · Idaho Falls Zoo · Ages 6–12 · $130/week