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Featuring arts & crafts, animal encounters, behind-the-scenes tours, games, and more! All taught by professional wildlife educators.
Member registration begins Monday, January 13
General registration begins on Monday, January 20
Sibling discount applies only at initial registration and when registered to attend the same session.
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This winter, empower your child to become a scientist of the natural world at the Staten Island Zoo’s Zoofari: Winter Investigations day camp! Designed around inquiry-led and play-based learning, this program encourages young explorers to ask questions, make discoveries, and build a deeper understanding of the world around them.
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Campers will investigate winter’s natural cycles—like hibernation, migration, and trees shedding their leaves—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 unlock the secrets of how plants and animals adapt to winter.
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The program also incorporates STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) and creative arts projects to support discovery and creativity. From building animal-inspired shelters to designing winter ecosystems, campers will connect science with imagination in meaningful and playful ways.
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 winter!
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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 PER WEEK
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.
Proof of grade will need to be uploaded during registration. The following are examples of acceptabe proof of grade. Please note that uploaded documents MUST include the child's first name, last name, and grade.
WINTER SESSION : FEB 17 - FEB 21
WINTER INVESTIGATIONS
Join us for an exciting winter adventure where kids will explore the wonders of nature through hands-on activities, animal encounters, and outdoor exploration! Guided by expert educators, campers will discover how plants and animals survive the cold by investigating hibernation, migration, and more!
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