Micronauts
What: Build and launch a probe into a comet from the International Space Station.
Dates: June 17, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Ages: Grades K-3
Cost: $65
The de Paul School
1925 Duker Ave.
Brian Archibald, 502-459-6131
Depaulschool.org/summer, admissions@depaulschool.org
De Paul’s 2014 Summer Program
What: de Paul offers students with learning differences/ ADHD remediation or strengthening of academic skills in a comprehensive and engaging way. Afternoon enrichment camps are also available.
Dates: June 16- July 11
Ages: Grades K-8
Cost: $975- $1850
The Louisville Nature Center
3745 Illionois Ave.
Jessica Wheatley, 502-458-1328
Louisvillenaturecenter.org
Bug Hunters
What: This afternoon camp studies and stalks the most diverse group on our planet. We do everything from looking at insects in amber to a bug safari.
Dates: June 11-13, 12-4 p.m.
Ages: 8-12
Cost: $105- $115
The Louisville Zoo
1100 Trevilian Way
louisvillezoo.org/education
Adult Programs: Close Encounters at the Louisville Zoo
What: Focus will be on the information related to animal husbandry, zoo conservation efforts, and why we do the things we do.
Dates: May 10; 9-11 a.m.
Ages: 18+
Cost: $20- $25
Animal Art Detectives
What: The Louisville Zoo and Speed Art Museum are teaming up. Campers will become certified Art detectives where they will investigate both animals and art through unique hands-on activities.
Dates: July 14-18; 9 a.m. -4 p.m.
Ages: Grades 4-7
Cost: $215- $275
Family Camp: Giant Bugs
What: Includes lots of information about the world of invertebrates, like tarantulas and butterflies. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Dates: May 10; 9- 10:30 a.m.
Ages: All Ages
Cost: $10- $50
Homeschool Programs: Claws and Nails
What: Students will look at patterns and formulate answers to questions about the world around them. The Animal Puzzles look at different body parts and how these physical features help them survive.
Dates: March 25; 2-4 p.m.
Ages: Grades K-5
Cost: $15- $20
Homeschool Programs: Teeth & Beaks
What: Students will look at patterns and formulate answers to questions about the world around them. The Animal Puzzles look at different body parts and how these physical features help them survive.
Dates: April 29; 2-4 p.m.
Ages: Grades K-5
Cost: $15- $20
New Teen Tuesdays: Biodiversity Blitz
What: Learn about the basics of biodiversity and the fascinating connections that make it vital for is to protect.
Dates: June 24 & July 29, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Ages: Grades 8-10
Cost: $43- $275
New Teen Tuesdays: Reptiles and Amphibians
What: What is the difference between reptiles and amphibians? How can you tell which ones are venomous? Includes myths, facts and a tour of our HerpAquarium.
Dates: July 1 & Aug. 12, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages: Grades 8-10
Cost: $43- $275
New Teen Tuesdays: Veterinary Visions
What: Learn about what it takes to be a zoo veterinarian. Learn about the importance of preventative healthcare, and interesting cases our zoo vets have handled!
Dates: July 8, Aug. 5, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Ages: Grades 8-10
Cost: $43- $275
New Teen Tuesdays: Why Zoos?
What: Zoos have come a long way since there origins. Why are zoos so crucial? What career are required to operate a zoo? How do we care for our many animals?
Dates: June 10 & July 15, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Ages: Grades 8-10
Cost: $43- $275
New Teen Tuesdays: Wild Service Day
What: Includes hands-on projects that will benefit that zoo. Possible projects include work in our wetlands area, creating enrichment planters or other items for our animals.
Dates: June 17 & July 22, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Ages: Grades 8-10
Cost: $43- $275
Safari Day Camp: Adventures in Adaptations
What: From camouflage to echolocation, all animals have special characteristics that help them survive in their habitat. Campers will discover extraordinary plant and animal survival techniques.
Dates: June 2-6, 9 a.m.-noon; June 16-20, July 7-11, 21-25, Aug. 4-8, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Ages: Grades 3-4
Cost: $115- $275
Safari Day Camp: Animal Myth Busters
What: The animal world is full of myths, legends and sayings that are often not true. Camperr will be busting myths all week.
Dates: June 16-20, June 30-July 3, July 21-25, July 28- Aug. 1, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Ages: Grades 5-7
Cost: $175- $275
Safari Day Camp: Animals Around the Clock
What: Discover how the rhythm of the day and night and the season throughout the year affect animal behavior.
Dates: June 9-13, 23-27, 9 a.m.-noon; June 30-July 3, 9 a.m. -4 p.m.; July 7-11, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.; July 28- Aug. 1, 9 a.m.- noon
Grades: 1-2
Cost: $115- $275
Safari Day Camp: Let’s Eat
What: Animals survive by eating a large variety of foods. Includes a visit to the zoo’s commissary where most of the animal diets are prepared.
Dates: June 2-6, 9 a.m.- noon, June 16-20, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.; July 14-18, 9 a.m.-noon; July 21-25, Aug. 4-8, 9 a.m. -4 p.m.
Ages: Grades 1-2
Cost: $115- $275
Safari Day Camp: Planet of Plenty
What: Biodiversity is the variety of life on our planet. Campers will learn about the wealth of habitats that house all life forms and the interconnections that tie us together.
Dates: June 9-13, 9 a.m.-noon; June 23-27, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.; June 30- July 3, July 14-18, July 28- Aug. 1, 9 a.m.- 4p.m.
Ages: Grades 3-4
Cost: $115- $275
Safari Day Camp: Zoo Exhibit Design
What: Learn what is required to create a new exhibit and design their own! Tours are planned so campers will understand the complexity of exhibit design.
Dates: June 23-27, July 7-11, 14-18, Aug. 4-8; 9 a.m. -4 p.m.
Ages: Grades 5-7
Cost: $115- $275
Track ‘em, Sack ‘em, and Roar
What: Campers will track native wildlife at the Louisville Nature Center, learn basic tennis skills and good sportsmanship at the Louisville Tennis Center and spend the afternoon visiting the wild creatures at the Louisville Zoo.
Dates: June 9-13, July 7-11, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Ages: 8-12
Cost: $215- $275
