Featuring arts & crafts, animal encounters, behind-the-scenes tours, games, and more! All taught by professional wildlife educators.
Member registration begins Monday, February 17
General registration begins on Monday, February 24
Sibling discount applies only at initial registration and when registered to attend the same session.
​This spring, empower your child to become a scientist of the natural world at the Staten Island Zoo’s Spring Explorers day camp! Designed around student-led, play-based learning, this program encourages young adventurers to ask questions, make discoveries, and build a deeper understanding of the vibrant world around them.
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Campers will investigate spring’s natural cycles—like weather changes, migrating animals, pollinators at work, and plants in bloom—through hands-on exploration, outdoor adventures, and up-close animal encounters. Guided by experienced educators, kids will take the lead in their learning, using observation, experimentation, and creative problem-solving to uncover how plants and animals thrive during this season of growth and renewal.
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The program also incorporates STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) and creative arts projects to nurture discovery and creativity. From designing pollinator-friendly habitats to creating crafts inspired by springtime wildlife, campers will connect science with imagination in meaningful and playful ways.
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This camp is perfect for curious kids who thrive on discovery, creativity, and active learning. Give your child the gift of wonder and exploration this spring!
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Report card
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Student ID
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Letter from the child's school on official school letterhead
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Screenshot of child's DOE MyStudent account
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MAP Growth Report​
The following are NOT acceptable as proof of grade:
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Birth certificate
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Photo of the child holding "First Day of School" chalkboard
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Class photo
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Note Written on plain paper or post-it
Due to the number of inquiries received, we are no longer able to accommodate requests to place children in the same group. No exceptions
PRICING
Pre-K -K
1st - 3rd Grade
Member Registration
1st CHILD
$315
$315
2nd CHILD
$290
$290
3rd CHILD
$265
$265
General Registration
1st CHILD
$355
$355
2nd CHILD
$330
$330
3rd CHILD
$325
$325
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This is a drop off program and we ask that children bring a non-perishable bag lunch. There is no refrigeration at the Zoo for lunches.
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You will be asked to upload proof of grade during registration.
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Please e-mail education@statenislandzoo.org if you have any questions.