Spring Mini Camp 2026
Friday, April 3 & Monday, April 6
8:30am – 12:30pm
Grades K-6
Registration opens February 20, 2026
Step into the wonders of the natural world with our one-day ZooCamp. Watch your child’s curiosity soar with thrilling wildlife adventures, up-close animal encounters, and imaginative arts and crafts. Throughout the day, they will dive into hands-on activities, including exciting STEAM projects that foster a deep connection to the environment. This camp offers an unforgettable experience, allowing young explorers to discover, learn, and have a blast. Sign up today and let the wild journey of fun and discovery begin!
Themes:
K-1: Do You See What I See?
Description: Join us for an exciting journey into the captivating world of animal vision! Through hands-on experiences, games, and STEAM activities, campers discover the incredible diversity of sight in the animal kingdom, from the ultraviolet vision of bees to the infrared vision of snakes.
2-3: Desert Creatures at Night
As the sun dips below the horizon and the desert cools, nocturnal creatures spring to life. Escaping the scorching heat of the day, they use the cover of darkness to hunt, forage, and explore. From stealthy owls to slithering snakes, campers will learn about how the desert night pulses with fascinating sights and sounds, a testament to how life flourishes in even the harshest environments.
4-6: Deserts in Bloom
Get ready to uncover the hidden magic of the desert! From vibrant flowers to the animals that help them thrive, come explore the powerful partnerships that make desert landscapes burst into bloom. Through hands-on adventures and exploration, campers will discover how timing, adaptation, and teamwork help keep the desert alive and flourishing.
Spring Mini Camp 2026
Friday, April 3 & Monday, April 6
8:30am – 12:30pm
Grades K-6
Registration opens February 20, 2026
Step into the wonders of the natural world with our one-day ZooCamp. Watch your child’s curiosity soar with thrilling wildlife adventures, up-close animal encounters, and imaginative arts and crafts. Throughout the day, they will dive into hands-on activities, including exciting STEAM projects that foster a deep connection to the environment. This camp offers an unforgettable experience, allowing young explorers to discover, learn, and have a blast. Sign up today and let the wild journey of fun and discovery begin!
Themes:
K-1: Do You See What I See?
Description: Join us for an exciting journey into the captivating world of animal vision! Through hands-on experiences, games, and STEAM activities, campers discover the incredible diversity of sight in the animal kingdom, from the ultraviolet vision of bees to the infrared vision of snakes.
2-3: Desert Creatures at Night
As the sun dips below the horizon and the desert cools, nocturnal creatures spring to life. Escaping the scorching heat of the day, they use the cover of darkness to hunt, forage, and explore. From stealthy owls to slithering snakes, campers will learn about how the desert night pulses with fascinating sights and sounds, a testament to how life flourishes in even the harshest environments.
4-6: Deserts in Bloom
Get ready to uncover the hidden magic of the desert! From vibrant flowers to the animals that help them thrive, come explore the powerful partnerships that make desert landscapes burst into bloom. Through hands-on adventures and exploration, campers will discover how timing, adaptation, and teamwork help keep the desert alive and flourishing.
Ticket Pricing
| Members | $85 |
| Non-Members | $95 |
| EBT | $9.50 |
Desert Discovery Camps 2023
The Garden’s Summer Camps are back! Register your child to one of three drop-off camps that will encourage the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts, conservationists and environmental scientists.