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Day Camps
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2006 Palmetto Parent Family Choice Award
Best Summer Camp
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Riverbanks' Spring Break Camp, known as "ZOOm! Into Spring," and Winter Break Camp, simply called "WinterCamp," are offered to children ages 6-9 and pack hands-on activities, animal encounters, behind-the-scenes tours, games, and arts and crafts into three fun-filled days. The Summer Camp Programs (Sprout Camp, KinderCamp, Wild Weeks and Adventure Camp) serve 3-15 year olds.
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Riverbanks Summer Camp – There's a camp just for you!
Registration for Summer Camps 2008 is now online or look for the enrollment form in the March/April edition of Riverbanks magazine.
For over 20 years, children of all ages have been enjoying the unforgettable experiences of Riverbanks' summer camps. This summer, we are offering Sprout Camp, as well as the always popular KinderCamp, Wild Weeks and Adventure Camp.
If you have any questions, please email Amy Stewart (Coordinator of Camps and Overnights) at 803.779.8717x1140. |
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Sign In/Sign Out: Parents or guardians must sign in/out when students arrive and leave (absolutely no exceptions). |
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Security: Students will not be released to anyone other than the parents or guardian unless special prior arrangements have been made (absolutely no exceptions). Photo ID is required to pick up campers. Please be prepared to show photo ID every day.
To insure the safety and enjoyment of all Zoo campers and staff, Riverbanks Zoo reserves the right to dismiss any child in response to any inappropriate, unsafe or unruly behavior. There is no refund for unused camp time. |
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Cancellations: Cancellations must be made no later than two weeks prior to the first day of camp to receive a full refund (minus a $30 processing fee). |
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Drop Off: Morning drop off for regular day campers is 8:30am. Extended Stay and Play drop off is at 7:45am (additional fee required). |
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Pick Up: KinderCamp pick up = 12:00pm; Wild Weeks & Adventure Camp pick up = 3:00pm; and Extended Stay pick up = 5:00pm. |
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Late Pick Up Fee: There will be a late pick up charge of $10 for EVERY 5 minutes you are late picking up your child (after 12:15pm for KinderCamp, after 3:15pm for Wild Weeks & Adventure Camp, and after 5:15pm for Extended Stay). |
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Registration is by mail and online only. |
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Sprout Camp 2008 is designed for the curious and imaginative 3–4 year old and a parent. This three-day camp explores the interaction of plants and animals and guides children through the joy of gardening.
Kids will get a chance to discover the garden from an insect’s perspective as we “pollinate” flowers and go on a bug hunt. The fun continues with seed exploration, making mud pies, planting flowers and a wiggle worm party.
Each day will consist of hands-on activities that capture children’s imagination through crafts, garden walks, explorations, stories and more. Sprout Camp is a wonderful way for adults and children to experience the fun of the Garden together. The same program is repeated throughout the summer, so campers should sign up for one week only.
When is Sprout Camp?
Sprout Camp meets at Riverbanks Botanical Garden on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 9:30am until 11:30am. There are eight weeks to choose from during the summer.
How much does Sprout Camp cost?
The cost for a one-week session is $80 for Riverbanks members and $110 for the general public.
ENROLL TODAY FOR SPROUT CAMP 2008! |
KinderCamp 2008 is a special camp, for children ages 4–5, that’s packed with educational and fun experiences for all! This year, KinderCamp will explore one of the five senses each day. Campers will enjoy hands-on activities, animal encounters, exciting zoo walkabouts, scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, and games galore! KinderCamp is the best camp around for all the young animal lovers out there. The same program is repeated throughout the summer, so campers should sign up for one week only.
When is KinderCamp?
KinderCamp runs for eight one-week sessions through the summer. Camp begins at 8:30am each day and ends at noon.
What does my child need to bring?
We ask that your child bring a snack (no lunch) and a filled water bottle to camp each day.
How much does KinderCamp cost?
The cost for a one-week session of KinderCamp is $110 for Riverbanks members and $169 for the general public.
ENROLL TODAY FOR KINDERCAMP 2008! |
Wild Weeks 2008 is the most unique and exciting summer camp in Columbia. Each week children learn about the fascinating wildlife at Riverbanks Zoo through crafts, games, keeper talks and live animal encounters. Campers are grouped according to their ages, ensuring developmentally appropriate activities. The same program is repeated throughout the summer, so campers should only sign up for one week.
NEW Groups:
Zooper Heroes - Children ages 6–7 will discover the super strength, super senses and super speed that help animals survive.
Riverbanks Rangers - Children ages 8–9 will experience the wild side of South Carolina and discover the cool animals that share our woods, rivers and ocean.
ZSI: Zoo Scene Investigators - Campers ages 10–11 will become detectives as they solve animal mysteries and end the week with a mystery hunt around the Zoo.
When is Wild Weeks?
Wild Weeks runs for eight one-week sessions throughout the summer (see enrollment form for session dates). Camp begins each day at 8:30am and ends at 3:00pm.
Extended Stay & Play Option: (NEW times!)
This option now allows campers to be dropped off at 7:45am and stay until 5:00pm and can be selected for an additional $75 per child for the week. Space is limited.
What does my child need to bring?
We ask that your child bring lunch, a snack and a filled water bottle to camp each day. Please note that lunches cannot be refrigerated.
How much does Wild Weeks cost?
The cost for a one-week session of Wild Weeks is $175 for Riverbanks members and $234 for the general public.
ENROLL TODAY FOR WILD WEEKS 2008! |
Riverbanks’ Adventure Camp 2008 is one of the most exciting and diverse camps in town! Each week participants will explore different avenues of nature and the environment. Campers will travel to various sites in Columbia for some wild adventures, learn about exhibit design, animal enrichment and animal husbandry at the Zoo, and take part in crafts, games and live animal encounters. By the end of the week, each camper will participate in different behind-the-scenes tours, design their own animal exhibit and gain a newfound respect for the environment. The same program is repeated throughout the summer, so campers should only sign up for one week. Space is limited, so register soon!
When is Adventure Camp?
Adventure Camp runs for six one-week sessions throughout the summer (see enrollment form for session dates). Camp begins each day at 8:30am and ends at 3:00pm.
Extended Stay & Play Option: (New times!)
This option now allows campers to be dropped off at 7:45am and stay until 5:00pm and can be selected for an additional $75 per child for the week. Space is limited.
What does my child need to bring?
We ask that your child bring lunch, a snack and a filled water bottle to camp each day. Please note that lunches will not be refrigerated.
How much does Adventure Camp cost?
The cost for a one-week session of Adventure Camp is $250 for Riverbanks members and $309 for the general public.
ENROLL TODAY FOR ADVENTURE CAMP 2008! |
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