Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors
Bronx Zoo Camp offers day camp experiences for children from Pre-K to 8th grade, focusing on wildlife, conservation, and scientific exploration within the zo...
▌ Editor's read The Bronx Zoo Camp website loads successfully and provides detailed information about its various day camp programs, including 'Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors.' The camp is operated by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), a non-profit organization. Programs are offered for Pre-K through 8th grade, with specific themes and activities tailored to each age group. The website states that all camp staff undergo background checks and receive training in safety, first aid, and child development. While the specific 'Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors' program is listed, there are no independent Google reviews specifically for this camp program; however, the Bronx Zoo itself has a 4.6-star rating from over 75,000 Google reviews. The camp is a day camp, with hours typically from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and extended care options are available. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific state licensing numbers, which is common for camps operated by established institutions like zoos. Social media handles for the Bronx Zoo are @bronxzoo on Instagram and 'bronxzoo' on Facebook.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 12–14
Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. outdoors/nature programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Outdoors/Nature
- Ages: 12–14
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY 10460, USA
- Cost notes: $700 for members
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors
- What ages does Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors accept?
- Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors is open to children ages 12–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors cost?
- Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors publishes $775/week for the standard session. $700 for members Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors's hours?
- Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors?
- Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors provide lunch?
- Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- How does Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Bronx?
- Junior Scientist: Wild Survivors is one of 6 outdoors/nature camps in Bronx that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
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