Kayaks to Keepers

June 13 - June 17

July 5 - July 8

An unforgettable experience, this camp is all about new adventures! Each camper can get hands on by helping our keepers feed and clean up after our critters. This camp shows campers a new perspective on nature and what it takes to care for animals on a wildlife refuge.

During camp, we will:

Day 1:

• Have a "snowball" fight in class.

• Go crabbing on the National Wildlife Refuge Beach.

• Conduct an experiment focused on propulsion.

Day 2:

• Play water sports on San Diego Bay.

• Meet an amazing ocean animal ambassador.

• Collect plankton using a Plankton Tow and observe them under a microscope.

Day 3:

• Meet a green sea turtle.

• Learn about sharks and rays.

• Conduct a shark stomach experiment.

Day 4:

• Play water sports on San Diego Bay.

• Make slime to take home.

• Touch tide pool animals.

Day 5:

• Perform animal keeper duties for both avian and aquariums.

• Conduct a balance experiment.

• Meet a raptor.

All camp schedules and activities are subject to change based off organizational and animal needs.

**Please complete the Chula Vista Water Sports Waiver below prior to the start of camp.