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Winter Camp

December 27 |

Fri., December 27 | 9 am – 3 pm | Ages 6 – 8 | Pricing: Members: $59 per Camper; Non-Members: $69 | National Aviary

Beat the holiday break boredom by attending a session of Winter Camp at the National Aviary! Campers will learn how birds survive the winter and discover what makes birds so extraordinary through guided learning sessions, interactive activities, and up-close Encounters! Plus, learn how YOU can help backyard birds during the winter, while exploring the National Aviary’s immersive habitats alongside an Aviary expert (see if you can spot a Snowy Egret!). 

 

Two female Andean Condor juveniles snuggling next to each other while enjoy a recent snowfall.

Andean Condors, Marijo and Illimani, enjoying the snow last year!

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