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▌ Specialty · Ages 5–10

Ed-ZOO-cation Camp

Raleigh · $180/week

A nature-themed day camp at Pullen Park for children to learn about animals and the environment.

▌ Editor's read The provided website, raleighnc.gov/summer-camps, is the official portal for summer camps offered by Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources. Ed-ZOO-cation is listed as one of their day camp options, specifically designed for ages 6-10, with a focus on animals and nature. The site mentions that camps are led by experienced staff and that the department is committed to providing a safe and fun environment, though specific background check language for staff is not detailed. The Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources department has a Google rating of 4.3 stars based on 1,000+ reviews, with general positive comments about park facilities and programs. The camp itself is not individually accredited by the ACA. Social media handles for Raleigh Parks are @raleighparks on Instagram and RaleighParks on Facebook. The camp is clearly a day camp, and its owner type is municipal-parks.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–10

Ed-ZOO-cation 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 specialty 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: Specialty
  • Ages: 5–10
  • Address: Pullen Park, 520 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, NC 27606
  • Phone: 919-996-6664

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Ed-ZOO-cation Camp

What ages does Ed-ZOO-cation Camp accept?
Ed-ZOO-cation Camp is open to children ages 5–10. 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 Ed-ZOO-cation Camp cost?
Ed-ZOO-cation Camp publishes $180/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Ed-ZOO-cation Camp?
Ed-ZOO-cation 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 Ed-ZOO-cation Camp provide lunch?
Ed-ZOO-cation 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.
How does Ed-ZOO-cation Camp compare to other specialty camps in Raleigh?
Ed-ZOO-cation Camp is one of 83 specialty camps in Raleigh 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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