OREGON ZOO   .   PORTLAND, OREGON   .   WWW.OREGONZOO.ORG

Animal Investigation Corps and Wild Science
6th & 7th Grade (This Fall)

Animal Investigation Corps
If you've ever wondered what it's like to work in a zoo, this camp is for you! A.I.C. focuses on Zoo operations and endangered animals. Be a junior zoo keeper as you tour behind the scenes of a major animal exhibit and work with animal keepers - all while exploring the purposes, changes and benefits of zoos. This Camp includes an OVERNIGHT stay at the zoo.

Monday - Thursday:
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday: Arrive at 6:30 p.m. for an overnight with an after-dark tour, evening program and breakfast.
Saturday: 9 a.m. Parents pick up students

*Wild Science
Explore the Zoo's exhibits and animals them explore nearby parks and forests to see animals in the wild. Be a junior wildlife biologists as you use scientific equipment and techniques like sweep nets, microscopes, water quality testing, animal surveys and radiotelemetry, while taking a closer look at wild animals in their natural habitats.This Camp includes an OVERNIGHT trip to the coast for tide pool explorations..

Monday - Wednesday:
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. leave for an overnight trip to the coast.
Friday: Noon, parents pick up students

Fees:
Zoo members $155
Non-members $185

Check out the delicious Zoo Camp Lunch option
*NOTE: Zoo Lunch is not an option for Wild Science camp. Campers should pack a lunch daily.

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Information
For more information call the Education Registrar at (503) 220-2781 or e-mail