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FULLDAY CAMPSFull Day Camps include a summer camp T-shirt, snacks (campers pack lunch), full day of fun

including games, hikes, animal encounters, crafts, group projects, animalfeedings, animal shows, train rides, keeper talks and so much more!

Before Care session: 8-9 am- $45 After Care session: 4-5:30 pm- $55* Cost for 7th-8th Graders: Members: $235/Non-Members $250

All sessions meet 9 am-4 pm, Monday-FridayCost: Members: $225 / Non-Members: $240

4 Year Olds & KindergartenersCATCH ME IF YOU CANDo you think you can catch these critters? Discover what it means to be a predator or prey animal and how they use their adaptations to try to outwit, outrun, and hide from each other! Come and explore their wild worlds and help uncover their sneaky, stealthy secrets. Dates:May 30-June 3June 6-10June 13-17June 20-24June 27-July 1July 4-8

1st-2nd GradersZOOPER HEROESDid you know that a certain bird can fly at speeds of 200mph? Animals can be out of this world when it comes to their super adaptations. Some can leap 12 feet high with a single bound! Come to summer camp and discover these animals and their “incredible” super-powers. Each day, we will look at an unbelievable superhero, and then see if our Zoo animals can measure up to their spectacular abilities. Dates:May 30-June 3June 6-10June 13-17June 20-24June 27-July 1July 4-8

Generous support provided by:

July 11-15 July 18-22 July 25-29 August 1-5 August 8-12 August 15-19

July 11-15 July 18-22 July 25-29 August 1-5 August 8-12 August 15-191

SUMMER FULLDAY CAMPS3rd-4th GradersCHOOSE-YOUR-OWN-ADVENTURE:EXPEDITION NATURALISTCampers will get a chance to become Naturalists, as they choose their destiny through different expeditions. These expeditions will traverse through the world’s different biomes.Dates:May 30-June 3June 6-10June 13-17June 20-24

5th-6th GradersEXPLORING ENRICHMENTWhat do boomer balls, spices, and fish-sicles all have in common? They are different forms of animal enrichment! Enrichment provides stimulation to our Zoo animals keeping their minds and bodieshealthy. We will create some animal enrichment items and brain-storm some new enrichment ideas to present to the enrichment committee. Dates:May 30-June 3June 6-10June 13-17June 20-24

7th-8th GradersWORKING WITH WILDLIFEAnimal keepers, field researchers, animal trainers…the list goes on and on when it comes to jobs that work with wildlife. We’ll meet some people who work with wildlife, some of the critters they work with, and tour some behind-the-scenes areas. This is a hands-on class, so be prepared to get knee or elbow-deep in exploration of some of the jobs and tools of the trade that come with a wildlife-re-lated career! Participants will even write and record animal-related podcasts that might be selected to be on the Zoo’s website!Dates:June 6-10June 13-17June 20-24June 27-July 1

June 27-July 1 July 4-8 July 11-15 July 18-22

July 25-29 August 1-5 August 8-12 August 15-19

June 27-July 1 July 4-8 July 11-15 July 18-22

July 25-29 August 1-5 August 8-12 August 15-19

July 4-8 July 11-15 July 18-22

July 25-29 August 1-5 August 8-12

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HALFDAY CAMPSHalf Day Camps include a summer camp T-shirt, snacks, live animal encounters,

games, hikes, animal feeding opportunities, keeper talks and so much more!No Before Care option available with Half Day Camps • After Care Session: 4:00-5:30 pm- $55

A.M. sessions meet 9:30 am-12 pm, Monday-Friday • P.M. sesssions meet 1:30-4 pm, Monday-FridayCost: Members: $110 / Non-Members: $125

Generous support provided by:

4 Year Olds & KindergartenersSENSATIONAL SENSESCan you talk like an elephant or taste with your feet like a butterfly? Explore what sensory adaptations animals have and how these adaptations help them survive. We’ll spend the week looking at our five senses and seeing how they compare to other animals’. Dates:May 30-June 3 (am only)June 13-17

BRINGING UP BABYDo other animals live in families like humans? Are all babies raised by their moms? During this camp, we’ll learn about why it can takea mom, dad, pack, or no one at all to raise a baby animal.Dates:June 6-10June 20-24

July 25-29 August 8-12

August 1-5 August 15-19

1st-2nd GradersGROWING UPWhat do polliwogs, cubs, and owlets have in common? They’re all babies! Spend a week learning how animals change and grow from the time they’re born until they reach adulthood. Each day is packed with activities to help discover how insects, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals grow.Dates:May 30-June 3 (am only)June 13-17

ANIMAL CHATTERHave you ever wondered what a lion was roaring about or a bird chirping about? This camp will explore animals and how they “talk” to each other. Join us for a fun-filled week, where campers will discover what animals are communicating through smell, facial expressions and sound.Dates:June 6-10June 20-24

July 25-29 August 8-12

August 1-5 August 15-19

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A.M. sessions meet 9:30 am-12 pm, Monday-Friday • P.M. sesssions meet 1:30-4 pm, Monday-FridayCost: Members: $110 / Non-Members: $125

HALFDAY CAMPS3rd-4th GradersZSI-ZOO SCENE INVESTIGATIONFootprints……teeth marks…..broken branches…..and scat??? What can these clues tell us about the biology of wildlife and the events that occurred at the scene? Discover ways to study the evidence that animals leave behind as well as learn about ways that Zoo pro-fessionals are using science to help conserve wildlife.Dates:May 30-June 3 (am only)June 13-17

5th-6th GradersOPERATION CONSERVATIONThis program will explore the ins and outs of wildlife conservation. Through animal encounters, hikes, and other activities, we’ll learn about real-life conservation efforts taking place at the Zoo, someof the tools researchers use to keep track of wild populations of spe-cies, and what we can do to help the wildlife in our own backyard.Dates:June 20-24July 4-8July 18-22August 1-5LEADERS OF THE PACK

During this week-long adventure, campers will discover animal leaders of all kinds, from keystone species to alpha males and females! Then campers will meet some leaders in conservation here at the Cincinnati Zoo! By the end of the week, campers will have the opportunity to become leaders in conservation themselves!Dates:June 6-10June 20-24

July 25-29 August 8-12

August 1-5 August 15-19

June 27-July 1 July 11-15

July 4-8 July 18-22

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SLEEP WITH THE MANATEESDid you know that The Cincinnati Zoo is one of only two insti-tutions outside of Florida that rescue and rehabilitate mana-tees? Come experience a once-in-a-lifetime sleepover with these gentle giants! During the overnight you will enjoy two sneak peeks behind the scenes, hike the Zoo at night, play games, experience animal encounters and fall asleep with our resident manatee, swimming at your feet. Dates: June 4, 25, July 16 or 23: 6 pm-9 amCost: $40/Member $45/Non-Member

ANIMAL ADAPTATIONSEver wonder why an owl has such big eyes or why an armadillo is covered in plates? Come find out what adaptations our animals need to survive in the wild! During the overnight you will go behind-the-scenes, hike through the Zoo at night, and meet some animals with cool adaptations up close!Dates: June 4, 25, July 16 or 23: 6 pm-9 amCost: $35/Member $40/Non-Member

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CAMP OUTNew! Twiga- African Tented Camp OvernightTransport yourself to Africa during this brand new tented camp overnight experience at the Zoo! Built on the edge of the newly expanded Giraffe exhibit Twiga Tented Camp offers an intimate, high-end, authentic adventure at the Zoo including special encoun-ters with African animals, behind the scenes tours, comfortable cots in safari tents, a continental breakfast and so much more.Dates: August 13 or 20: 6 pm-9 amCost: $75/Member $80/Non-Member

NOCTURNAL ADVENTURE FAMILY OVERNIGHTS AT THE ZOO

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Zoo Troop participants engage in hands on investigation of nature. 6th-8th graders pictured below study micro-scopic organisms from Swan Lake water samples.Register for Fall Zoo Troop in August.

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BIG OR SMALL, LET’S FIND THEM ALLCan you imagine if an ant was as big as an elephant, or if a giraffe was as small as a deer? All of the animals in the Zoo come in differ-ent sizes, some bigger or smaller than others! Join in for a journey through the Zoo to discover some of the largest and tiniest Zoo residents. Dates: June 4, July 9 or 16 – 9:30-10:15amCost: Members: $11/Non-Members: $15

TERRIFIC TEXTURESPlants and animals come in all different textures! Some are soft like the hair on a rabbit and some are rough like the scales on a lizard’s back! We will stroll through the Zoo and use our fingers to touch the many textures of nature! Dates: July 30, August 6 or 13 – 9:30-10:15amCost: Members: $11/Non-Members: $15

TODDLERS (18-36 Months old)

STROLLER SAFARIS

PRE-KANIMAL OPPOSITESWhether you love elephants or inchworms, cheetahs or sloths, learn-ing about opposites is super fun with the help of the Zoo’s animals. We’ll sing songs, play games, meet some animals and make a craft to help us learn the ins and outs of opposites!Dates: June 4, July 9 or 16 – 11am-noon Cost: Members: $11/Non-Members: $15

COUNT ON ME1 train, 6 legs, 7 penguins…there sure are a lot of things to count at the Zoo! Join us to work on counting, the animal way! A craft, activities, and the animals we see on hike and in our classroom will make practicing our counting skills fun. You know you can count on us for a good time!Dates: July 30, August 6 or 13 – 11am-noon Cost: Members: $11/Non-Members: $15

SEASONALHIGHLIGHTSphoto by Crissi Lanier

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HURRAY FOR DAD! From babysitters to breadwinners, the dads of many animal species take an active role in their families’ lives. We’ll learn more about theseimportant and often overlooked family members as we celebrate them on their special weekend.Dates: June 18: 10:00-11:30 am

FAMILY NIGHT HIKES:LAND LOVERSWonder how a Pallas’ cat can climb steep, rocky mountains or how afennec fox can survive in the hot, dry desert? We will discover someof the variety found in land loving critters who share our sandy, snowy, rocky, and grassy home. Dates: June 11, 25 or July 2: 6:30-8 pm

WATER WONDERSFrom tiny microorganisms to the largest mammals on earth, there sure is a lot of diversity when it comes to aquatic wildlife! We will sneak a peek at the inner water workings of our new hippo exhibit and explore what lives in, on, and under the water of Swan Lake and other aquatic Zooexhibits. We will learn all about wonderful water wildlife and the role it (and we) plays in helping to maintain healthy aquatic ecosystems!Dates: July 23, August 6 or 27: 6:30-8 pm

These family-oriented programs explore wildlife through animal demonstrations and hikes though the Zoo as well as crafts or games in a manner that is sure to be fun for all ages.

Cost: Members: 8/Adult, $8/Child Non-Members: $12/Adult, $12/Child

photo by Jeff McCurry

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ZOO ON THE MOVE

WANT TO ADD SOMETHING WILD TO YOUR UPCOMING EVENT? We will bring the Zoo to you during these 45 minute closeencounters with the Zoo’s animal ambassadors. We travel to schools, birthday parties, scout meetings, nursing homes, libraries, community events, festivals, and more. Contact us for more details on how we can bring our animals andconservation stories to your next event.

Cost: $250

Visit cincinnatizoo.org/zoomor call 513-559-7767

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This special night will include:• Animal encounters• Keeper ‘Ask Me’ Stations• Cheetah run• FREE train & carousel rides• Discount at the gift shop• Animal Meet-and-Greets throughout the park• Grill specials

NIGHTMEMBER‘S APPRECIATIONSaturday, May 14, 2016

6pm – 9pm

Thank you for being a Cincinnati Zoo member! We designed this event toshow our appreciation for your support. Come out and enjoy this fun-filled nightat the Zoo!

Presenting Sponsor:

photo by Jeff McCurry

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AnimalSHOWSSHOW / AREA SUNMON TUES WED THU FRI SAT

Wings of Wonder Bird Show 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm retaehT rednoW fo sgniW 3:00pm 3:00pm 3:00pm 3:00pm 3:00pm

Cheetah Encounter Show 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 11:00amCathryn Hilker Running Yard Noon Noon Noon Noon Noon Blakely’s Barnyard Bonanza 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 11:00amChildren’s Zoo mp00:2 mp00:2 mp00:2 mp00:2 mp00:2

AnimalCHATSCHAT SUNMON TUES WED THU FRI SAT

African Lion Africa 10:00am 10:00am 10:00am 10:00am 10:00am 10:00am 10:00amSnow Leopard Cat Canyon 10:15am 10:15am 10:15am 10:15am 10:15am 10:15am 10:15amBull Elephant Elephant Reserve 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am 10:30amManatee Manatee Springs 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am 10:30amKea Free Flight Aviary 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am 10:30am 10:30amLemur Lemur Lookout 10:45am 10:45am 10:45am 10:45am 10:45am 10:45amElephants Elephant Reserve 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 11:00amOkapi Rhino Reserve 11:00am 11:00am 11:00am Aquaponics Base Camp Cafe 11:30am 11:30am 11:30am 11:30am 11:30amPolar Bear Lords of the Arctic 11:30am 11:30am 11:30am 11:30am 11:30am 11:30am 11:30amReptiles Reptile House 12:45pm 12:45pm 12:45pm 12:45pm 12:45pm 12:45pm 12:45pmInsects World of the Insect 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pmAfrican Painted Dog Painted Dog Valley 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pmCougars Night Hunters 1:30pm 1:30pm 1:30pm 1:30pmGorillas Gorilla World 1:30pm 1:30pm 1:30pm 1:30pm 1:30pm 1:30pm 1:30pm Otter Wolf Woods 1:45pm 1:45pm 1:45pm 1:45pm 1:45pm 1:45pm 1:45pmSea Lion Wolf Woods 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pmAfrican Savannah Africa 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pmHoney Bee Pollinator Garden 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pm 2:00pmRed Panda Red Panda 2:15pm 2:15pm 2:15pm 2:15pm 2:15pmOrangutan/Bonobo Jungle Trails 2:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pmMeerkat Africa 2:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pm 2:30pmGalapagos Tortoise Galapagos Exhibit 3:00pm 3:00pm 3:00pm 3:00pm 3:00pm 3:00pm 3:00pmCheetah Exhibit Africa 3:15pm 3:15pm 3:15pm 3:15pm 3:15pm Sloth P&G Discovery Forest 3:30pm 3:30pm 3:30pm 3:30pm 3:30pmPenguins Wings of the World 4:00pm 4:00pm 4:00pm 4:00pm 4:00pm 4:00pm 4:00pm

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AnimalINTERACTIONSGoat Yard Children’s Zoo 9:30am-6:00pm 9:30am-6:00pm 9:30am-6:00pm 9:30am-6:00pm 9:30am-6:00pm 9:30am-6:00pm 9:30am-6:00pm Animal Encounter Africa 9:45am-3:00pm 9:45am-3:00pm 9:45am-3:00pm 9:45am-3:00pm 9:45am-3:00pm 9:45am-3:00pm 9:45am-3:00pm Giraffe Feeding Giraffe Ridge 9:30am-3:30pm 9:30am-3:30pm 9:30am-3:30pm 9:30am-3:30pm 9:30am-3:30pm 9:30am-3:30pm 9:30am-3:30pmChinese Alligators Feeding Reptile House 11:30am 11:30am Camel Feeding Wildlife Canyon 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pmGalapagos Tortoise Galapagos Exhibit 1:15pm 1:15pm 1:15pm 1:15pm 1:15pm 1:15pm 1:15pmExploration Station Gift Shop 1:30pm 1:30pm 1:30pm 1:30pm 1:30pm 1:30pm 1:30pm

SUNMON TUES WED THU FRI SATAREAINTERACTION

Saving Specieswith Science CREW Building 11:00am-2:00pm 11:00am-2:00pm 11:00am-2:00pm 11:00am-2:00pm 11:00am-2:00pm

* Times are subject to change without notice depending on the needs of the animals.

SUMMERADVENTURE

Presented by:

Title Sponsor:

It’s a nightbeyond your

wildest dreams

Harold C. SchottFound ation

FRIDAY June 3, 2016 · 7– 11 PM

ACCREDITATIONS:

THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:

Official Soft Drink of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Valued Partner of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Official Snack Food of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Official Document Provider of Cincinnati Zoo

& Botanical Garden

Official Sponsor of the Animal Encounter Shows for the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Walk on the Wild Side partner for theCincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Official Ice Cream of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Official Sponsor of Gorilla Conservation for the

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Official Wild About Moms partner of theCincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Official Uniform Provider of theCincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Official Chili of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

Official Healthy Habits Sponsorof the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

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of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

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