Summer 2017 Day CampsFranke Park Day Camp • City Safari Day Camp Summer Safari Zoo Camp • Farmin’ Fun Day Camp

Franke Park Day Camp

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Franke Park Day Camp provides children with enjoyable outdoor experiences in a wooded setting which foster cooperation through learn-ing, playing, working, problem solving, and socializing together. Since 1946, Franke Park Day Camp has been serving the children of this community with an emphasis on basic camping skills, nature education, and Native American Lore. Any individual, 4-18 years of age, may register for Franke Park Day Camp, regardless of sex, color, national origin, religion, or disability.

HOURSDay Camp begins at 9:00 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. On Wednesday, camp begins at 1:00 p.m. and ends at 7:00 p.m. Before and after camp child care is available as early as 6:30 a.m. and as late as 6:00 p.m. See Camp Care.

Campers should be dropped off and/or picked up at the Nature Lodge in Franke Park.

WEDNESDAY EVENING PROGRAMDay Camp ends every Wednesday evening with an open house, staff introductions and a special program of songs and skits from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Parents and family members are encouraged to attend and join the fun. Franke Park Day Camp t-shirts will be avail-able for purchase at this time.

FRIDAY POW-WOWSEach session of camp closes with a pow-wow on Friday, from 2:00-3:00 p.m., where the campers will perform authentic Native American dances and receive their feathers and/or dog tags. The weekly pow-wows help campers prepare for the Annual Big Pow-Wow at the end of camp. Family and friends are invited to attend.

CAMP CAREBefore and After Camp ProgramAn early morning and late afternoon Camp Care program is offered for campers ages 6-12. Camp Care will be held before and after the regular day camping program on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. The morning session runs from 6:30 a.m. until day camp begins at 9:00 a.m. and features breakfast, games, arts and crafts, and nature hikes. The late afternoon session begins when day camp adjourns at 3:30 p.m. and runs until 6:00 p.m. Arts and crafts, games, and nature hikes are also featured in the afternoon program as well as a light snack. Each Camp Care program is $25. Space is limited. Note: Camp Care is not offered on Wednesdays.

Day Camp registration is in progress. Use the registration form on page 8 or register on-line at www.fortwayneparks.org.

4-5 YEAR OLD PROGRAMA thematic approach exposes young chil-dren to the concepts of seeds and plants, trees, animals, and Native Americans in this pre-camp experience. Space is limited to 40 campers per session. Due to space limita-tions, campers may attend only one session of camp.

6-11 YEAR OLD PROGRAMNature education, basic camping skills, and Native American cultures are emphasized in the 6-8 and 9-11 year old programs. Camp-ers enjoy a wide range of activities includ-ing hiking, fire building, outdoor cooking, swamp study, nature walks, arts and crafts, Native American rituals/dancing, games, mudsliding, etc. Space is limited to 156 campers per session. Due to space limita-tions, campers may attend only one session of camp.

ADVANCED CAMPER PROGRAMThe Advanced Camper program is open to individuals, 12-18 years of age, who wish to be Junior Leaders (12 years) or Counsel-ors-In-Training (13-18 years). The program involves day camping, overnight camping, Native American Lore, basic camping skills, canoe instruction, nature education, ecol-ogy, conservation, camp and community service projects, social activities, and assist-ing the Franke Park Day Camp staff. For more information and a registration packet, please call 427-6000. Space is limited.

All campers must be of minimum age by June 1, 2017. Campers (with the exception of CITs) are limited to one camp session.Registering for more than one camp session will result in cancellation of the additional session(s) and a refund less processing fees.

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CAMP BUDDIESChildren who wish to attend camp together must indicate this on the registration form, however, due to the volume of registrations and the lottery processing system, we can-not guarantee placement in the same ses-sion.

SESSIONS#1 ......................................... June 12-16#2 .........................................June 19-23#3 ........................................ June 26-30#4 ..........................................July 10-14#5 .......................................... July 17-21#6 ......................................... July 24-28

WHAT TO BRING •  Sack Lunch (non-refrigerated)•  Canteen or Water Bottle•  Insect Repellent •  Book Bag •  Plain White T-shirt for tie-dyeing (Please mark your name on the tag.)

FRANKE PARK DAY CAMP FEESThe registration fees for a one-week session of camp are:

Day Campers (ages 4-11) .................... $90

A.M. Camp Care (ages 6-12) .............. $25

P.M. Camp Care (ages 6-12) ............... $25

(An Advanced Camper registration packet is required for Junior Leaders and C.I.T.s; call the Department at 427-6000 or visit www.fortwayneparks.org.)

Junior Leaders (age 12) ...................... $90

C.I.T.s (ages 13-18) ........................... $70(Counselors-In-Training may attend 5 or more weeks of camp for a total of $280.)

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Financial assistance is available on a limited basis. Please call 427-6000 for more infor-mation.

MEET THE SUPERVISORThe 2017 Franke Park Day Camp supervi-sor is Chris Freehill. Chris is returning for his 40th year on staff and his 27th year as camp supervisor. He teaches fifth grade at Forest Park Elementary School. Chris looks forward to another great summer at camp.

To reach Franke Park Day Camp Supervisor, Chris Freehill, please call the Day Camp at (260) 427-6725 (June 12-August 2).

DIRECTIONSFranke Park is located at 3411 Sherman Blvd. in Fort Wayne. The day camp parking lot is located between Pavilion #2 and the play-ground.

71st ANNUAL BIG POW-WOWTuesday, August 1, 7:00 p.m., Franke Park

Franke Park Day Campers from all sessions throughout the summer are invited back to participate in the annual Big Pow-Wow and reunite with the friends they made during camp. The program features authentic Native American dances around a big bonfire. Family and friends are invited to attend this traditional Franke Park Day Camp finale!

Franke Park Day Camp questions may be directed to the Parks and Recreation Office at (260) 427-6000.

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LOCATIONCity Safari’s base camp is located at the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conserva-tory, 1100 S. Calhoun Street in downtown Fort Wayne with staff-led excursions to points of interest within walking distance and traveling by van to exciting locations around Northeast Indiana. Campers return to the Conservatory by 4:00 PM for pick up.

AGES/HOURS/FEESEntering Grade 1-6 in Fall 20179:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Monday-Friday$115/camper/week

EXTENDED HOURS CAREPre-camp care, 7:00-9:00 a.m.Post-camp care, 4:00-6:00 p.m.No additional charge!

CAMP GRADUATIONFamily and friends are invited to celebrate the end of each camp week with a gradua-tion ceremony and slide show every Friday afternoon at 3:30 p.m.

WHAT TO BRING• Completed forms: pick-up authorization,

medication form, discipline policy, field trip waiver, photography & sunscreen waivers, and immunization record signed by a doctor or licensed physician. Campers cannot return on second day without forms.

• Sack lunch, non-refrigerated. Camp provides afternoon snack

• Canteen or water bottle• Book bag•  Insect repellent & sunscreen• Swimsuit, towel & dry clothes• Child safety seat (if needed)

Register NOW at www.fortwayneparks.org!

Registration forms are also available on-line or by calling 427-6000 and may be mailed, faxed or dropped off at the Parks & Rec-reation Department. Please read the regis-tration information and refund policy in this insert before you sign up. If you have any questions about City Safari Day Camp, please call the Conservatory’s Camp Coor-dinator at (260) 427-6445.

FINANCIAL AIDThe Parks & Recreation Department offers a $50, once-per-year scholarship for qualified youth. To learn more about this scholarship, contact the Park Office at (260)427-6000.

Week #1 ..................... June 12-16The Wonderful World of WaterGrab your towel and come ready to get wet as we investigate all the amazing ways water shapes the world around us. We will learn to canoe at an Allen County Park pond. We’ll also travel to the Gene Stratton Por-ter Historic Site in Rome City to learn about the critters that call wetlands their home.

Week #2 ....................June 19-23Powerful PollinatorsJoin us as we celebrate some amazing crea-tures during National Pollinator Week! Discover why butterflies, bats, birds and honeybees are all perfect pollinators. We will learn about the important role that each of these creatures plays in our world and travel to the Blue Barn Berry Farm to inves-tigate the link between berry farming and honey bee preservation.

Week #3 ................... June 26-30Amazing ArtsPeople create songs, paintings and sculp-tures, while nature creates art in sunsets, spider webs and bird nests. Beauty is all around us, so join us this week as we explore the various forms of art, both man-made and nature-made! Our field trip this week takes us to Pokagon State Park for a fantastic program on art in nature.

Week #4 ..................... July 10-14Indiana Back ThenNortheastern Indiana has a rich and fasci-nating history. Ever wonder how pioneers and Native Americans lived, long ago? We’ll look into local history in a variety of ways including traveling to the Syracuse –Wawasee Historical Museum to learn all about Native Americans during the 18th and 19th centuries. Join us as we explore daily life “back then.”

Week #5 ..................... July 17-21Garden ExplorersThere are many kinds of gardens: vegetable, flower, butterfly, and rain are a few exam-ples. This week we will learn why people grow different types of gardens. We’ll try our hand at vegetable gardening and visit several other kinds around town. At Min-netrista, a member of the Horticulture team will guide us through their themed gardens.

Week #6 ......................July 24-28Awesome AnimalsWe’ll be watching for amazing animals – both wild and domestic – in town and beyond during this week at camp. Keep your eyes open! Our field trip takes us to Dutch Creek Animal Farm Park where we’ll get to see some pretty unique animals up close and feed some of them during our visit.

City Safari Day CampCome explore the city and discover fun in Fort Wayne and surrounding areas. Each week of camp incorporates a different theme through field trips, guest speakers, activities, games, and arts and crafts. Kids will do a little gardening and compare life inside and outside the city. Camp also includes a Citilink bus ride to Northside pool for some fun in the sun. Join us for one week or all six as we explore downtown, admire wild animals up close, make art, and learn how life was way back when. Pick your week(s) and get your adventure started. Limit 24 campers per week.

Questions? Call the Camp Coordinator at 427-6445.

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Farmin’ Fun Day Camp

LOCATIONFarmin’ Fun Day Camp is held at Salomon Farm Park, 817 W. Dupont Rd. in Fort Wayne.

AGES / HOURS / FEESCampers must be of minimum age by June 1, 2017.

Ages 4-59:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.Fee: $57

Age 5 / Ages 6-109:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.Fee: $90

Ages 11+ F.I.T.9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.Fee: $85

Ages 13-18 C.A.9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.Fee: $70

CAMP CAREAM Camp Care: 7:00-9:00 a.m.PM Camp Care: 4:00-6:00 p.m. Fee: $25 each

SESSIONS#1 ........................................June 12-16#2 ...................................... June 19-23#3 ....................................... June 26-30#4 ........................................ July 10-14#5 .........................................July 17-21#6 ........................................ July 24-28

WHAT TO BRING•  Sack Lunch (full day campers only) •  Snack•  Canteen or Water Bottle•  Insect Repellent•  Sunscreen•  Long pants/change of clothes•  Swimsuit, towel, water shoes

HOW TO REGISTERRegister on-line at www.fortwayneparks.org or use the registration form in this brochure to register by mail, fax or in person at the Parks and Recreation Department. Ques-tions should be directed to the Parks and Recreation Department at (260) 427-6000.

CONFIRMATION NOTICESCampers will receive an e-mail confirmation the week prior to their camp session with all the information needed for the upcoming week. Keep a look out for this email! (If you do not have an email address on file your confirmation will come in the mail.)

F.I.T.“Farmers in Training” is designed to pro-vide children ages 11+ a more active role in the care of livestock, vegetable gardening, hands-on beekeeping, blacksmith demon-strations and campfire cookouts on Fridays. Farmers in Training harvest and sell their vegetables at the Farmers’ Market in addi-tion to participating in games and other fun activities.

COUNSELOR AIDES (C.A.)The Counselor’s Aide leadership program is designed to train youth ages 13-18 how to be confident leaders among their peers. Those enrolled as CAs at Farmin’ Fun Day Camp act as role models for the younger campers and have hands-on opportunities to learn important teambuilding, leader-ship, and agriculture skills as they assist camp counselors in leading activities such as beekeeping, blacksmithing, gardening, and animal care. CAs must have completed 2 weeks of Farmers in Training (F.I.T.) and are required to submit two references to complete their registration. The program is limited to 8 campers per week.

CAMP BUDDIESChildren who wish to attend camp together must indicate this on the registration form and both children must request it. We will do our best to place the campers together as requested, however, due to the volume of registrations and the lottery processing sys-tem, we cannot guarantee it.

Come spend a week on the farm! Our Farmin’ Fun Day Camp provides a stimulating, healthy and beautiful environment where you will learn about soil, plants, animals and the source of our food. The camp integrates hands-on farming such as gardening and animal care, cooperative games, and nature exploration with other typical summer fun activities for a memorable and diverse summer camp experience. You will feed the animals; hike in the woods; play in the water; wash, dye and felt wool from one of our sheep; enjoy hayrides around the farm and more!

Sign up now! Register on-line at www.fortwayneparks.org or use the registration form on page 8.

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Day Camp Registration

5 Easy Ways to Register1) On-LineRegister on-line at www.fortwayneparks.org. If you do not already have a user ID and password or have forgotten them, call 427-6000 or e-mail rhonda.berg @cityoffortwayne.org. On-line registrations are processed as you register with no time delay.

2) By MailSimply complete the day camp registration form in this brochure (or a copy of it) and mail to the address above. Please use a separate registration form for each camper.

3) By FaxFAX your completed registration form to (260) 427-6020. Be sure to include your Visa, MasterCard or Discover number, expiration date and CVV code. Available 24 hours a day.

4) Drop BoxIf our office is closed, you may drop your registration in the 24-hour drop box located at the front entrance of our building at 705 E. State Blvd.

5) In PersonYou may register in person at the Parks and Recreation Department, 705 E. State Blvd., (corner of State and Parnell), Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

We cannot accept day camp registrations over the phone. Confirmations will be sent (by mail or e-mail) within a week of registration. If you do not receive a confirmation in this time frame, please call 427-6000. For more information, please call the Parks and Recreation Department at (260) 427-6000.

Summer Safari Zoo Camp RegistrationRegistration for Summer Safari Zoo Camps is currently under-way. You may register on-line at www.kidszoo.org. Refer to page 6 for registration procedures and the zoo’s refund policy. Questions may be directed to the zoo at education@kidszoo.org or 260-427-6808.

Parks & Recreation Refund PolicyFull refunds less a processing fee of $5 or 10% (whichever is greater) will be granted to individuals if requested before the day the camp session begins. Refunds requested less than one day prior to the start of the camp session may be granted only for illness or medical reasons. These refunds will be pro-rated and issued in the form of a credit to your account with us, which may then be applied to a future purchase. Please allow 4-6 weeks for processing refunds. Visa, MasterCard and Discover refunds are credited to your account immediately.

Things to Know Before You Sign Up•  Registration for day camps opened on February 8. Registra-

tions are processed in the order they are received. Space is limited and placement in any given session cannot be guar-anteed. If the session(s) for which you have registered is full, you will be notified by phone so you may choose another session, be placed on a waiting list or request a refund.

•  On-line registrations are accepted immediately with no time delay.

•  Checks should be made out to Board of Park Commissioners. If you are registering for other Parks and Recreation programs in addition to day camp, please submit a separate check for the camps.

•  We accept Visa, MasterCard and Discover.

•  Campers to be of minimum age by June 1, 2017.

•  Campers ages 4-12 may register for only one Franke Park Day Camp session per season. Campers may sign up for multiple sessions of all other day camps.

•  Additional copies of this brochure are available on-line at www.fortwayneparks.org or by calling 427-6000.

•  Scholarships are available for qualified campers. Call the Parks and Recreation Department (427-6000) or the zoo (427-6808) for information.

Register NOW for Day Camps

On-Line, by Mail, Fax, Drop Box or In Person

All registrations will be taken at the Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department

705 E. State Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN 46805

(Exception: Summer Safari Zoo Camp registrations are handled by the Children’s Zoo. Sign up now on-line or by mail. See note below for details).

TOTAL FEES DUE Please make checks payable to Board of Park Commissioners or charge to your Visa, MasterCard or Discover.

oCash oCheck (# ) oVisa oMasterCard oDiscover oScholarship (documentation required)

\ \ \ - \ \ \ - \ \ \ - \ \ \ Visa, MasterCard or Discover # CVV

Name as printed on card Expires (mo/yr)

$

2017 REGISTRATION FORM for Franke Park, Farmin’ Fun & City Safari Day CampsPlease use a separate registration form for each camper.

Camper’s Name Sex: o M o F Date of Birth Age Grade (2017-18) Parent/Guardian Phone # (h) (w) (cell) Address City State Zip

E-Mail Address

Franke Park Day CampCampers may register for only one camp session per season.

Please indicate 1st, 2nd and 3rd choice.

Session/Dates Age 4-5 Age 6-11 #1 June 12-16 ____W1 ____W1 #2 June 19-23 ____W2 ____W2 #3 June 26-30 ____W3 ____W3 #4 July 10-14 ____W4 ____W4 #5 July 17-21 ____W5 ____W5 #6 July 24-28 ____W6 ____W6

o If these are full, place in any available session.

Camp Care (ages 6-11 only) o AM $25 (W1-W6) o PM $25 (W1-W6)

Camp Fee: $90 FRANKE CAMP FEES: $

I would like to be in the same group as:

Farmin’ Fun Day CampCheck session(s) you wish to attend.

Session/Dates Ages Age Ages F.I.T. C.A. 4-5 5 6-10 11-12 13-18

#1 June 12-16 oW1 oW1 oW1 oW1 oW1 #2 June 19-23 oW2 oW2 oW2 oW2 oW2 #3 June 26-30 oW3 oW3 oW3 oW3 oW3 #4 July 10-14 oW4 oW4 oW4 oW4 oW4 #5 July 17-21 oW5 oW5 oW5 oW5 oW5 #6 July 24-28 oW6 oW6 oW6 oW6 oW6

oAM Camp Care: $25 (W1-W6) oPM Camp Care: $25 (W1-W6)

Camp Fee: Ages 4-5 $57 F..I.T. 11+ $85 Age 5 $90 C.A. 13-18 $70 Ages 6-10 $90

FARMIN’ FUN CAMP FEES: $______________

I would like to be in the same group as:

City Safari Summer Day CampCheck session(s) you wish to attend.

Session/Dates Grades 1-6 #1 June 12-16 oW1 #2 June 19-23 oW2 #3 June 26-30 oW3 #4 July 10-14 oW4 #5 July 17-21 oW5 #6 July 24-28 oW6

oAM Camp Care (W1-W6) oPM Camp Care (W1-W6) (There is no extra charge for Camp Care!)

Camp Fee: $115

CITY SAFARI CAMP FEES: $________ I would like to be in the same group as:

Register on-line at www.fortwayneparks.org

HEALTH INFORMATION

Does camper have any of the following health conditions? Allergies Heart Trouble Diabetes Epilepsy Asthma Cerebral Palsy Cancer AIDS

Physical/Mental/Emotional Disabilities:

Please describe in detail reactions/care/instructions regarding the health conditions circled above or any others: __________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Date of most recent tetanus shot: __________ Recent injuries: ______________________________________ Current Medications:

Physician’s Name: Telephone Number: Hospital Preference:

Emergency Contact (if parent can’t be reached): Alternate Emergency Number(s):

Any special medical instructions in the event you cannot be reached in an emergency:

I, as legal guardian representing a minor participant, agree to release the City of Fort Wayne, its officers, employees and volunteers from any and all li-ability for accidents, injuries, losses of and/or damage to his/her person or property that may arise out of his/her participation in or presence at the above activity(s). I am aware of certain risks of possible dangers associated with participation in this activity. I have entered into this agreement of my own free will.

Parent/Guardian Signature: Date:

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Summer Safari Day Camp

Dates Days Time FeeAge 3 w/adultMe & You at the Zoo *6/13 & 15 T,Th 9-11:30 am $406/27 & 29 T,Th 9-11:30 am $407/11 & 13 T,Th 9-11:30 am $407/25 & 27 T,Th 9-11:30 am $40

Age 4 w/Adult Zoo Buddy *6/12, 14, 16 M,W,F 9-11:30 am $556/26, 28, 30 M,W,F 9-11:30 am $557/10, 12, 14 M,W,F 9-11:30 am $557/24, 26, 28 M,W,F 9-11:30 am $55

* Adult participants receive a complimentary camp t-shirt, too! Please include your shirt size when you register.

Ages 4–5Animal Alphabet 6/5-6/9 M-F 8:30-11:30 am $927/3-7/7 M-F 8:30-11:30 am $92Count the Zoo 6/19-6/23 M-F 8:30-11:30 am $927/17-7/21 M-F 8:30-11:30 am $92

Dates Days Time FeeAges 5–6Rumble in the Jungle 6/5-6/9 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1496/26-6/30 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1497/17-7/21 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $149Who’s Who at the Zoo 6/12-6/16 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1497/3-7/7 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $149Monkey See, Monkey Do 6/19-6/23 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $149 7/10-7/14 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $149 7/24-7/28 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $149

Ages 7–8Design a Zoo 6/19-6/23 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1497/3-7/7 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1497/17-7/21 M-F 8:30 am-3pm $149World Traveler 6/5-6/9 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1496/26-6/30 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $149Positively Predators 6/12-6/16 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1497/10-7/14 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1497/24-7/28 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $149

Dates Days Time FeeAges 9–10 Survivor 6/12-6/16 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1496/26-6/30 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1497/17-7/21 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $149Zoo Detective 6/19-6/23 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1497/24-7/28 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $149

Ages 9–12 Animal Artists 7/10-7/14 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $159 Photo Safari 6/5-6/9 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1597/3-7/7 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $159

Ages 11–12Animal Training101 6/19-6/23 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1497/17-7/21 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $149Junior Zoo Keeper **6/12-6/16 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1796/26-6/30 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1797/10-7/14 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $1797/24-7/28 M-F 8:30 am-3 pm $179** Junior Zoo Keeper includes Thursday night sleepover

Register now for Zoo Camps at www.kidszoo.org

Spend a WILD week at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo! You’ll explore the zoo, visit friendly animals, meet zoo keepers and make new friends in this unique summer adventure. REGISTER ONLINE and see complete program descriptions at www.kidszoo.org.

Before and After Camp CareBefore and After Camp Care is available for Summer Safari Day Camp. For more information contact the Zoo Education Department at 260-427-6808 or education@kidszoolorg.

Age & Cancellation Policy Children must meet age requirements on the first day of all programs (no exceptions). Programs are held rain or shine. Refunds (minus a 10% processing fee) are avail-able if you cancel at least 2 weeks before your program begins. The zoo reserves the right to cancel camps with insufficient registration. In the event of such a cancella-tion, all of your fees will be refunded.

Summer Safari Campership FundAssistance is available for families unable to afford zoo programs. To apply for a Summer Safari Campership for your child, contact us at (260) 427-6808 or education@kidszoo.org.