Campers even become directly involved with animal care as they prepare frozen enrichment treats for some of the zoo's primates. Before the week is over, the children get to watch the primates enjoy their treats. This optional four-hour evening session has been very successful. Campers are treated to a hamburger supper, evening boat ride, night tours of the zoo, a nocturnal video, and crafts. One of the most exciting activities is luring wild bats almost to the ground.
Campers discover an entirely different world as they prowl the zoo in the dark.
The ultimate goal of zoo camp is to cultivate respect for animals and the environment through hands-on activities and animal observations. Another summer of zoo camp has ended, but children can look forward to half-day camps during Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks. Information will be available soon. Please RSVP to Kim Thomas 329-3290. Here are some shooting tips from the New York Institute of Photography.