Zookeeper Camp
Discover animal careers and skills!
Duration
6 hours
Includes
Hands-on care, Animal training
Highlights
Give your child a hands-on day exploring animal care. Learn diet prep, exercise, enrichment, training, and habitat care with professional staff.
- Handle a variety of animal species
- Prepare and feed animal diets
- Assist with grooming, exercising, and training
- Help clean and maintain animal habitats
- Learn about animal career opportunities
- Understand animal body language and communication
What's Included
- Introduction to exotic pet care
- Avian care and handling
- Reptile feeding and handling
- Small mammal nutrition and care
- Barn routines and mini horse grooming
- End-of-day wellness and enclosure checks
Things to know
This camp is for kids ages 9+ only. Campers must use the restroom independently. Closed-toed shoes required; species may vary.
FAQs
Why is this priced higher than your other camps?
Capacity is strictly limited to allow more direct, hands-on interaction with animals, including behind-the-scenes experiences.
Is each camp date different?
The program style is the same each date, but animal focus and activities may vary based on the day.
Should my child become a veterinarian to work with animals?
Veterinarian is one path, but there are many ways to work with or support animals. These options are discussed during career camps.
How does authorized pick up work?
Children are released only to people on the "authorized to pick up" list. ID is checked daily at checkout. You can add authorized names through your account.
Cancellation policy
Stay home if a household member is sick. Transfers to another day are allowed before the start if space is available. Cancel more than 24 hours before the camp day for an 85% refund. No refund if canceled within 24 hours of the start.
Meeting location
6461 El Apajo Rancho Santa Fe CA 92067
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