June 8-12, 2026: Week 1
“Where’s the Beef?”- Carnivores & Grassland habitats (Africa)
Experience the power of the apex predators – the big cats, alligators, and scorpions, as well as prehistoric predators. Explore the grasslands of the world and the animals that live in them.
June 15-19, 2026: Week 2
“Ex-Squeeze Me!”- Reptiles & Rainforest habitats (Central/South America)
Learn the difference between venomous and non-venomous snakes, discover how dinosaurs developed into modern reptiles, and, wait a minute – our Alabama Gulf Coast is a rainforest?
June 22-26, 2026: Week 3
“Birds of a Feather”- Birds & Woodland habitats (Australia)
Meet the many birds who make their homes at the Zoo. Learn about dinosaurs that developed into modern birds, and how woodland habitats benefit them and other animals
July 6-10, 2026: Week 4
“I’ll have the Salad, Thanks”- Herbivores & Desert habitats
Learn why the Zoo has a Sustainable Garden and how it supports Zoo animal meals. Meet the wide variety of herbivores that live at the Zoo, the herbaceous dinosaurs of long ago, and the types of deserts around the world.
July 13-17, 2026: Week 5
“Busy Bees”- Invertebrates & Backyard habitat (Southern AL)
Look for the Pollinators and other invertebrates (boneless) inhabitants of the Munsell Sustainable Garden – and your yard, too! Tarantulas, earthworms, and butterflies, oh, my!
July 20-24, 2026: Week 6
“Life is a Buffet” – Omnivores & Aquatic habitats
Meet some of the zoo residents who aren’t fussy eaters (omnivores!), investigate a variety of water habitats, and learn about conservation along our AL beaches.
If you have a student who has finished 7th grade to 12th grade interested in participating
as a Junior Camp Counselor.
Contact Sonda Stokes, Education Programs Manager.
[email protected]
Already Registered?
Here Are Some Helpful Reminders for Attending Camp
Parents must complete their Camper Registration and read the Parent Information Packet
Lunch/Snack/Water
Send 1 lunch and 2 snacks daily, along with a refillable water bottle.
Due to allergies, please send nut-free choices.
Please be sure no refrigeration or heating is required.
DROP OFF/PICK UP
Camp is from 8:30 am – 3:30 PM
Campers must be walked up and signed in at Drop-off. Photo ID is required at pick-up.
Notification must be made in advance if a camper will be picked up by anyone not on your camper’s approved list.
Campers picked up after their designated pick-up time will incur a $15 late fee.
Extended care is available (pre-registration required) beginning at 7:30 am and until 5:30 pm
What to Wear and Bring:
For safety, please be sure to send your camper wearing closed-toe shoes.
Campers may also bring a hat and sunglasses, a jacket, and rain gear as needed.