Chehaw Park & Zoo, Flint RiverQuarium, and Thronateeska are offering exciting Spring Break camps to entertain and educate children during the school break this year.

Captain Planet Spring Break Camp Adventure is scheduled for March 29- April 2 at Flint RiverQuarium and Thronateeska and April 5-9 at Chehaw Park & Zoo. Camp is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day with camper check-in from 8:30-9 a.m. and checkout from 3-3:30 p.m. After Camp Care is available from 3-6 p.m. for $10 per day or $40 per week. Camp is for children ages 4-12 years old and is $135 for the week or $30 per day. Register more than one camper for a full session (whole week) and receive a $10 discount on the second camper's full session price. Members receive $5 off week sessions plus half price after camp care.

“Camp has always been important for the social and cognitive development of children,” said Director of Education for the Artesian Alliance, Jackie Entz. “However, educational opportunities like camps have become increasingly vital as safe, social interactions have been limited due to the pandemic.”

Campers become Planeteers during camp, and will work to protect Mother Earth from environmental challenges around the Globe. Each day of Camp includes a Zoo visit, animal encounter, games, crafts, and activities.

“We were able to hold 2020 Summer Camps last year and it was a huge success,” said Entz. “Our campers, staff, and animals all remained safe during seven sessions and we expect the same level of safety and enjoyment as we move forward with Spring Break and Summer Camps in 2021.” 

The Artesian Alliance is committed to the safety of our campers, staff, and zoological collection. We are using the CDC Summer Camp Guidelines and AZA COVID-19 Zoological Guidelines. Please see below for an outline of the extra safety measures our staff has implemented. In addition to daily disinfection of our indoor space and toys, we have modified our camp structure: 

Groups sizes have been reduced to 10-13 campers Campers, staff, and volunteers will have their temperature checked throughout the day Each group will have their own indoor space, supplies, and toys, groups and supplies are not permitted to swap between indoor spaces Campers will be socially distanced at all times while outdoors Campers will be required to wear a mask indoors and spaced Campers must bring their own lunch; we are unable to offer lunches.