National Aviary Camps!

National Aviary Camps

Whether you have a toddler or a teen, the National Aviary has exciting programming to encourage, teach, and inspire!

2026 Summer Camps at the National Aviary logo

National Aviary Members: Please register for National Aviary Camps by logging into your Member profile.

Toddler Camp

Ages 2 – 3 | 9 am – 12 pm | Members: $70; Non-Members: $75
Registration saves a camp space for one toddler and one caregiver

  • SOLD OUT!!! Tuesday, June 9 – Thursday, June 11
  • SOLD OUT!!! Tuesday, August 18 Thursday, August 20
  • Toddler Camp Details

    You and your little one will have fun together, learning about birds and other animals through science, art, sensory play, story time, and (of course!) movement. Meet friendly, fan-favorite Aviary Animal Ambassadors as you connect with our feathered friends while exploring our colorful habitats alongside an Aviary expert.

    A little girl gleefully looking at something out of frame of the picture

Little Explorers Camp

Ages 4 –  5 | 9 am – 12 pm | Members: $90; Non-Members: $100
Registration saves a camp space for one toddler and one caregiver

  • SOLD OUT!!! Monday, June 15 –  Thursday, June 18
  • JUST ADDED: Tuesday, August 11 – Thursday, August 14 | Register Here
  • Little Explorers Camp Details

    So many core memories (and photo opportunities) await: Through interactive activities, engaging story time, and habitat exploration, this camp is designed to take your “Little Explorer” on an enchanting journey through the avian world. Plus, all campers (and caregivers) will meet darling Animal Ambassadors!

    A mom and her two children watching a Great Argus walk in front of them

Feathers and Flight Camp

Ages 6 – 8

Four-Day Session | 9 am – 3 pm | Members: $200; Non-Members: $210

  • SOLD OUT!!! Monday, July 13 – Thursday, July 16

Five-Day Session | 9 am – 3 pm | Members: $230; Non-Members: $250

  • SOLD OUT!!! Monday, June 22 – Friday, June 26
  • SOLD OUT!!! Monday, July 27 – Friday, July 31

Ages 9 – 12

Five-Day Session | 9 am – 3 pm | Members: $230; Non-Members: $250

  • SOLD OUT!!! Monday, July 6 – Friday, July 10
  • SOLD OUT!!! Monday, July 20 – Friday, July 24

  • Feathers and Flight Summer Camp Details

    Hummingbirds hover, storks soar, gulls glide, and tiny finches flap! Birds fly in many different ways, using their unique adaptations, to find food, escape predators, and even migrate. Campers will explore why many bird species fly AND the different ways in which they take to the skies – or don’t fly at all (looking at you, African Penguins!)!

    Through classroom activities, up-close Animal Encounters, and immersive habitat exploration to get your kids moving and grooving all day long, the science of flight will come to life!

    A young boy holding a cup of nectar with four Rainbow Lorikeets sitting on his arm

Zookeeping for the Birds Teen Camp

SOLD OUT!!! Monday, August 3 – Friday, August 7 | 9 am – 3 pm | Ages 13 – 16
Members: $230; Non-Members: $250

  • Zookeeping for the Birds Teen Camp Details

    Not only do National Aviary care staff members work hard every day to ensure that our animal residents are thriving, our experts also engage with visitors and advocate for conservation, just to name a few job duties!

    Teens in Zookeeping for the Birds Camp will learn how we care for our more than 500 feathered, furry, and scaly animals, as well as how we work together to protect their wild counterparts at home and abroad. Perfect for any animal-loving teen!

    Kids sitting and watching while an Aviary expert feeds a sloth lettuce during camp.

General Camp Info 

  • National Aviary Members should register for Camps via their Member profile.
  • National Aviary Camps enable children and teens to connect with nature both indoors and out!
  • Our fees include admission, all of our exciting camp activities, supplies, and time to explore our beautiful free-flight habitats. 
  • Parents/guardians may only register their own child(ren).  
  • All campers will be required to bring a packed lunch from home each day. 
  • National Aviary camp staff have previous experience working with children, all state-mandated clearances, and CPR/First Aid certifications. We ensure individualized attention so that each and every camper can enjoy an unforgettable experience! 
  • Registration is final after payment is received and a formal confirmation is sent to you.  
  • Visit our FAQ section of our website for our cancellation policy.

In cases of insufficient registration, the National Aviary reserves the right to cancel any program. Under these circumstances, you will receive a full refund. 

ALLERGY NOTICE: The National Aviary is NOT an allergen-free facility, as many of our birds’ diets include nuts, seeds, and other potential human allergens.

The National Aviary connects your students to concepts in science, technology, engineering, environmental literacy, and sustainability (STEELS), as well as math, geography, wildlife conservation, and more! Our team is ready to engage your students in the discovery of the natural world with the importance of protecting wildlife in mind.

Book Your Field Trip

Questions? Email us at [email protected]!

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