 Animal Camps @ Cosley Zoo
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Animal Outlaws
Some animals get a bad rap. Snakes and spiders are the most common
“outlaws,” but we’ll set the record straight and show they are just
misunderstood. (TR)
Location: Cosley Zoo
Limit: 16
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Animal Tales
There are many wonderful tales about animals. Each day of camp focuses
around a favorite animal story. (TR)
Location: Cosley Zoo
Limit: 16
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Animal Wraps
Animals are covered in all sorts of different things from fur to feathers.
Their coverings help them slither, hide and hover. Learn about animal
body coverings and how these coverings help the animals. (TR)
Location: Cosley Zoo
Limit: 16
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Backyard Buddies
There are lots of interesting animals right under our noses! From bugs to
owls and salamanders to turtles we’ll investigate the animals that live in
our backyards. (TR)
Location: Cosley Zoo
Limit: 16
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Creature Features
Spend the week at the zoo discovering all the unique and useful features
animals have that help them to survive. Animals truly are amazing! Bring a
sack lunch. (TR)
Location: Cosley Zoo
Limit: 16
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Extreme Wildlife
From spines to bright colors, these are all animal adaptations. Spend some
time at the zoo learning about some wild, weird, and extreme animal
adaptations. (TR)
Location: Cosley Zoo
Limit: 16
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Farmyard Fun
Spend some time on the farm and learn about cows, pigs, chickens and
other animals that call the farm home. (TR)
Location: Cosley Zoo
Limit: 16
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Furry Friends
Animals with fur are always soft and cuddly, right? Campers discover for
themselves that fur can be soft, rough, or even a little poky as they learn all
about mammals. (TR)
Location: Cosley Zoo Limit: 16
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Hide & Seek
Many animals have patterns or features that help them to hide from
predators. Other animals are excellent at seeking out their prey. Come and
explore the everyday game of hide and seek for wild animals. (TR)
Location: Cosley Zoo
Limit: 16
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Keeper Camp
Ever wondered what a zookeeper does? Join us for a week and participate
in some keeper duties – clean a stall, feed an animal or two, and much
more. (TR)
Location: Cosley Zoo
Limit: 16
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Nifty Natives
What animals live in and around our backyards? Learn all about the
fabulous animals that make Illinois their home.(TR)
Location: Cosley Zoo
Limit: 16
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Spineless Wonders
Insects, spiders, crabs, oh my! Over 98% of all known animal species are
invertebrates. Explore the world of animals without backbones. (TR)
Location: Cosley Zoo
Limit: 16
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Zoo Crew
What all goes on at the zoo? See what it is like to be a researcher, an
educator, exhibit designer and more as you discover what it takes to be
part of a zoo crew! (TR)
Location: Cosley Zoo
Limit: 16
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