Cosley Zoo gives visitors up-close interactions with nature right in the heart of the suburbs. Nestled on five acres, Cosley Zoo is home to farm animals and native wildlife. Visitors will discover exhibits that immerse them in natural habitats for white-tailed deer, red fox, Blanding’s turtles, a coyote, and more. Cosley Zoo is also a center for animal education and conservation, offering programs that teach young and old how to care for the world around them and give back to the communities in which they live, work, and play.
Summer Camps
All Cosley Zoo camps meet on weekdays from 8:45-11:45A. These interactive learning experiences involve games, activities, crafts, and of course, live animals!
BACKYARD BUDDIES
June 17-21
Ages 4-7 years
From bugs and owls to salamanders and turtles, come investigate the animals that live in our backyards. There are a lot of interesting animals right under our noses! Registration closes 6/10 or when filled.
WILD ABOUT ART
June 24-28
Ages 7-11 years
Young artists will go wild for this camp, where the zoo’s live animals serve as inspiration for arts and crafts projects. Creativity abounds when the zoo is your art studio! Registration closes 6/17 or when filled.
HABITAT HUNT
July 8-12
Ages 4-7 years
From prairies to forests to ponds and so many more, there are many different types of habitats. Learn about some of these habitats and the animals that live in them. Registration closes 7/1 or when filled.
ZOOKEEPER CAMP
July 15-19
Ages 12-15 years
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! Registration closes 7/8 or when filled.
CREATURE FEATURES
July 22-26
Ages 4-7 years
Spend the week at the zoo discovering unique and useful features animals have that help them to survive. Animals truly are amazing! Registration closes 7/15 or when filled.
CONSERVATION HEROES
July 29-August 2
Ages 8-11 years
Animals, plants and other living things are all around us, and there is so much that we can do to help keep the environment healthy for them! While participating in games, activities, and live animal visits, we’ll learn how to be good environmental citizens who help to take care of nature. Registration closes 7/22 or when filled.
ANIMAL MOVES *waitlist*
August 5-9
Ages 4-7 years
Animals’ bodies move in different ways. Whether it’s crawling, running, hopping, flying, climbing or swimming, each animal is designed to move in a way that fits its habitat and helps it to survive. Join us as we learn about the different ways animals move, and then try some “animal moves” ourselves! Registration closes 7/29 or when filled.
