What ages does Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) accept?

Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) is open to children ages 10–12. 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 Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) cost?

Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) publishes $105/week for the standard session. USD. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12)'s hours?

Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) runs 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12)?

Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) 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 Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) provide lunch?

Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) 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.

How does Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Springfield?

Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) is one of 20 outdoors/nature camps in Springfield that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 10–12

Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12)

Henson Robinson Zoo · $105/week · ★ 4.7 (1583 reviews)

Springfield Park District's Zoo Camp offers children aged 10-12 an immersive day camp experience focused on animal care, conservation, and behind-the-scenes ...

▌ Editor's read The Springfield Park District website loads successfully and provides information about various programs, including summer camps. The specific 'Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12)' is a day camp offered by the Henson Robinson Zoo, which is part of the park district. The camp focuses on animal care, conservation, and behind-the-scenes experiences, as detailed on the camp's registration page. The Springfield Park District has a Google review rating of 4.3 stars from 208 reviews, with many positive comments about their facilities and programs. There is no mention of ACA accreditation for the camp. The website does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or details about staff background checks. The owner type is municipal-parks, as it is operated by the Springfield Park District. Social media handles found are @springfieldparkdistrict on Instagram and 'springfieldparkdistrict' on Facebook.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 10–12

Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right outdoors/nature fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: 10–12
Hours: 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Address: Springfield, IL 62701, USA
Cost notes: USD.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12)

What ages does Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) accept?: Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) is open to children ages 10–12. 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 Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) cost?: Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) publishes $105/week for the standard session. USD. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12)'s hours?: Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) runs 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12)?: Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) 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 Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) provide lunch?: Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) 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.
How does Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Springfield?: Zoo Camp (Ages 10-12) is one of 20 outdoors/nature camps in Springfield that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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