Audubon Summer Camps

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Audubon Summer Camps

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Play. Explore. Protect.

Audubon Summer Camps connect your kids to the natural world through hands-on experiences designed for campers entering Kindergarten through 7^th grade.

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Camp Details

Monday—Friday | 9:00 AM—3:00 PM
Weekly camps start on June 1, 2026.

Drop-Off: 8:45 - 9:15 AM | Pick-Up: 3:00 - 3:30 PM
Extended Care: Before Care (8:00 - 8:45 AM) | After Care (3:30 - 5:30 PM)

Save when you register for a full week of Before & After Care!

Camp Pricing	Members	Non-Members
Weekly Tuition	$360	$400
Before Care	Weekly: $54 Daily: $20	Weekly: $60 Daily: $20
After Care	Weekly: $108 Daily: $30	Weekly: $120 Daily: $35

What Your Camper Gets

It's easy to see why kids love Audubon Summer Camps

Give your camper a week packed with adventure, discovery, and hands-on fun at Audubon. Campers will explore the natural world, build confidence, make friends, and connect with animals in unforgettable ways.

One Week of Discovery – Five immersive days where campers explore living ecosystems, solve real-world nature challenges, and learn alongside Audubon educators.
Daily Wild Adventures – Up-close animal encounters, hands-on science, and outdoor explorations that turn curiosity into real understanding.
Epic Weekly Themes – Each week opens a new world, from ocean engineering to rainforest creatures.
Expert, Caring Guides – Educators trained in child engagement, safety, and natural science lead campers through every adventure with encouragement and inclusivity.
Keeper & Vet Connections – One-on-one chats and behind-the-scenes experiences with Audubon’s animal care and veterinary teams.
Camp T-Shirt Included – A fresh camp tee for every registered week.

Children at Aqua Camp learning about penguins up close.

Weekly Camp Themes

Please note: themed weeks repeat curriculum, so we encourage choosing different themes to get the most out of camp!

Zoo Camp | K - 4th grade

Rivers of the World (Weeks 1 & 5)

Theme: Rivers of the World
Campers will embark on a global adventure, discovering the major river systems of the world and the diverse animals that call them home. From the depths of the Amazon to our own backyards of the Mississippi, they'll learn how these vital waterways shape habitats and human cultures.

Each Zoo Krewe week includes:

Daily Zoo exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
One morning at Cool Zoo (weather-dependent)

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 1 - 5
Session 2: July 6 - 10

GRADES: K - 4th grade
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Junior Zookeeper (Weeks 2 & 6)

Theme: Junior Zookeeper
This week campers will step into the shoes of a zookeeper, exploring the daily care and unique needs of the zoo's animal residents. Each day campers will explore a different aspect of being a keeper, like designing habitats, planning diets, and what to do if an animal gets sick.

Each Zoo Krewe week includes:

Daily Zoo exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
One morning at Cool Zoo (weather-dependent)

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 8 - 12
Session 2: July 13 - 17

GRADES: K - 4th grade
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Bayou Buddies (Weeks 3 & 7)

Theme: Bayou Buddies
This week is a celebration of Louisiana's unique wetland ecosystem, the Bayou. Campers will explore what makes the bayou an important habitat for so many species and the importance of this unique ecosystem in our local culture.

Each Zoo Krewe week includes:

Daily Zoo exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
One morning at Cool Zoo (weather-dependent)

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 15 - 19
Session 2: July 20 - 24

GRADES: K - 4th grade
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Rhythm & Roar (Weeks 4 & 8)

Theme: Rhythm & Roar
This week campers will be immersed in the sounds, movements, and communication of the animal kingdom. This week blends animal science with creative arts, turning the zoo into a stage for discovery and expression. Through hands-on projects, campers will discover how music and art are used as powerful tools to raise awareness and support for wildlife conservation.

Each Zoo Krewe week includes:

Daily Zoo exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
One morning at Cool Zoo (weather-dependent)

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 22 - 26
Session 2: July 27 - 31

GRADES: K - 4th grade
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Zoo Krewe | 5th-7th grade

River Rangers (Weeks 1 & 5)

Theme: River Rangers
This week will challenge young explorers to become true River Rangers, investigating the ecosystems of the world's most significant rivers, from the Amazon to our own Mississippi. Using the zoo as a real-world case study, campers will conduct hands-on scientific research, including water quality testing and habitat assessments, to understand the complex ecosystems that depend on these vital waterways. The week culminates in a conservation action plan where campers propose solutions to protect local waterways and the animals that call them home.

Each Zoo Krewe week includes:

Daily facility exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
One morning at Cool Zoo (weather-dependent)

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 15
Session 2: July 6 - 10

GRADES: 5th - 7th grade
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Secret Life of Vets (Weeks 2 & 6)

Theme: Secret Life of Vets
This week offers an exclusive, in-depth look into the rigorous and often-unseen world of veterinary medicine. Through interactions with Audubon's veterinary team, campers will gain insights into animal behavior, preventative care, and emergency procedures. They will participate in simulations of veterinary assessments, learn about diagnostic tools, and explore the ethical considerations of animal care.

Each Zoo Krewe week includes:

Daily facility exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
One morning at Cool Zoo (weather-dependent)

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 8 - 12
Session 2: July 13 - 17

GRADES: 5th - 7th grade
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Protecting Our Parish (Weeks 3 & 7)

Theme: Protecting Our Parish
This week is a deep dive into the delicate balance and importance of Louisiana's unique ecosystems. Campers will become active local conservationists, learning about the threats facing the bayou from coastal erosion to invasive species. Through fieldwork, experiments, and help Audubon's conservation experts, they will research and develop strategies for local habitat restoration and preservation. This week empowers campers to become leaders in protecting their local natural heritage.

Each Zoo Krewe week includes:

Daily facility exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
One morning at Cool Zoo (weather-dependent)

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 15 - 19
Session 2: July 20 - 24

GRADES: 5th - 7th grade
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Harmony of Nature (Weeks 4 & 8)

Theme: Harmony of Nature
This week transforms the zoo into a stage for creative expression and environmental advocacy, exploring the profound connections between art, music, and the natural world. Campers will study animal communication and behaviors as inspiration for their own artistic creations. Whether through visual arts, songwriting, or performance, they will develop pieces that capture the essence of wildlife.

Each Zoo Krewe week includes:

Daily facility exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
One morning at Cool Zoo (weather-dependent)

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 22 - 26
Session 2: July 27 - 31

GRADES: 5th - 7th grade
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Aqua Camp | 1st-4th grade

Shark Week (Weeks 1 & 5)

Theme: Shark Week
How fast can sharks swim? What senses do sharks have? Where do they live? Why are sharks important? These are a few of the questions campers will explore during Shark Week. Campers will earn the title “Shark Scientist” as they explore the spectacular world of sharks via STEAM games, crafts, and experiments.

Each Aqua Camp week includes:

Daily facility exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
Weekly French Quarter field trips

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 1- 5
Session 2: July 6 - 10

GRADES: 1st - 4th
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Colorful Creatures & Creations (Weeks 2 & 6)

Theme: Colorful Creatures & Creations
How do animals use color? What is the purpose of different colors in nature? How do animals use color to create things? Campers will answer these questions as they dive into the colorful world around us and earn themselves the title "Colorful Creator" as they engage with various STEAM games, crafts, and experiments.

Each Aqua Camp week includes:

Daily facility exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
Weekly French Quarter field trips

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 8 - 12
Session 2: July 13 - 17

GRADES: 1st - 4th
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Flighted Friends (Weeks 3 & 7)

Theme: Flighted Friends
What do bees, beetles, barred owls, and brown pelicans have in common? The power of flight! This week campers sky dive into the wonderful world of wings and earn the title “Audubon Aviator” as they explore what it takes for an animal to fly via STEM games, crafts, and experiments.

Each Aqua Camp week includes:

Daily facility exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
Weekly French Quarter field trips

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 15 - 19
Session 2: July 20 - 24

GRADES: 1st - 4th
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Wetland Warriors (Weeks 4 & 8)

Theme: Wetland Warriors
What is a wetland? Why are they important? What can I do to help protect them? Campers will go on a journey throughout the French Quarter as they discover the answers to these questions and earn the title “Wetland Warrior” via STEAM games, crafts, and experiments.

Each Aqua Camp week includes:

Daily facility exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
Weekly French Quarter field trips

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 22 - 26
Session 2: July 27 - 31

GRADES: 1st - 4th
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Aqua Krewe | 5th - 7th grade

Elasmobranch Engineers (Weeks 1 & 5)

Theme: Elasmobranch Engineers
Elasmobranch Engineers is an exciting dive into the spectacular world of sharks, rays, and skates. Campers will learn all about this enigmatic group of fish and how to take care of them via STEAM games, crafts, and experiments; earning them the title “Elasmobranch Engineer”.

Each Aqua Camp week includes:

Daily facility exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
Weekly special behind-the-scenes or animal experience

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 1- 5
Session 2: July 6 - 10

GRADES: 5th - 7th
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Audubon Architects (Weeks 2 & 6)

Theme: Audubon Architects
How has nature influenced architecture? What animals inspired inventions? Campers will become "Audubon Architects" as they answer these questions and build their own nature-inspired inventions while engaging in STEM crafts, games, and experiments.

Each Aqua Camp week includes:

Daily facility exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
Weekly French Quarter field trips

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 8 - 12
Session 2: July 13 - 17

GRADES: 5th - 7th
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Audubon Aviators (Weeks 3 & 7)

Theme: Audubon Aviators
Avian and Arthropod Aviators ask the question: Why and how do animals fly? Campers will answer that question via STEM crafts, games, and experiments, earning them the title of “Audubon Aviator".

Each Aqua Camp week includes:

Daily facility exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
Weekly French Quarter field trips

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 15 - 19
Session 2: July 20 - 24

GRADES: 5th - 7th
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Coastal Conservation Careers (Weeks 4 & 8)

Theme: Coastal Conservation Careers
Coastal Conservation Careers is a deep dive into the numerous jobs that help protect our coasts and our animals! From animal stranding to oyster recycling, to the fishing industry; campers will have the ability to meet with industry professionals all while participating in STEM crafts, games, and experiments.

Each Aqua Camp week includes:

Daily facility exploration
Special animal experiences
Nature & science-themed STEM activities
Weekly French Quarter field trips

Session Dates:

Session 1: June 22 - 26
Session 2: July 27 - 31

GRADES: 5th - 7th
COST (per Child): $400 for non-Members & $360 for Members

Camp Scholarships

Click below to learn about scholarships for summer camps.

Scholarships

Children entering grades K through 7th who receive free or reduced lunch at school, SNAP benefits, or participate in a similar program, are eligible to apply for a one-week Audubon Summer Camp scholarship. There are a limited number of scholarships available, and they will be awarded to eligible campers in a lottery system.

Each scholarship includes:

Registration for one (1) camp week
Before & After Care for one (1) camp week
One (1) camp hat
Two (2) camp t-shirts

Please note: You must submit proof of the child's eligibility for/participating in a government-funded assistance program (e.g. SNAP, Medicaid, National School Lunch Program, etc.) for the application to be considered complete. Reduced school tuition does not qualify.

To apply, click the registration link above and follow the instructions to set up your Camp Doc account. Proceed with the registration selecting the camp week you would like to apply for and selecting if you would like extended care as well on the add-ons page. (Note: Do not select a hat or additional shirt as these are included with scholarships.) On the coupons page, enter the coupon code SCHOLARSHIP-TEMP and proceed to checkout. For payment, select “none” then click register. IMPORTANT: This does not guarantee a scholarship, it only holds a place in the week you selected until the application is complete.

To complete your application, you will be prompted to complete your camper profile. Please enter the required information for each section. There will be a Scholarship application page that will ask if you are applying for a camp scholarship. Select “Yes” and the application will open. Once you have finished your camper profile, your application is complete.

Next Steps

Applications close on March 7th. The lottery selection will take place after the application closes, and submissions have been reviewed for completion.

All applicant primary guardians will be notified of their status no later than April 1st.

If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact us at [email protected].

Camper Safety, Inclusion & Support

Learn how we keep campers safe, how groups are formed, and how we support children of all abilities throughout their camp experience.

Safety Protocols & Camper Guidelines

Safety Protocols

Inclusion & Camper Support

Audubon Camps are traditional camps that welcome all children to join in our exploration of nature. Our camp days are very active and engage campers in a variety of activities with quick transitions and sensory changes throughout the day. All campers are expected to follow directions, adhere to safety rules, and behave according to our Code of Conduct ("Be Kind, Be Respectful, Stay with the Group").

Our camp day experience includes:

Exploring facility grounds, which includes a variety of sights, sounds, lights, and temperatures, and often includes navigating through crowds.
Maneuvering on uneven terrain.
Spending time both outdoors and indoors, with Zoo campers spending more time outdoors and Aquarium & Insectarium campers spending more time indoors.
Utilizing public restrooms.

Our team is happy to work with campers and their families to make each child feel welcome and included in a safe environment. We are unable to provide one-on-one support (including assisting campers in the bathroom) or administer medication. Campers are welcome to attend with 1:1 aides or paraprofessionals – please notify us in advance at [email protected].

Camp Groups

Camp activities are tailored to your camper’s age. Campers will be divided into groups based on the age group they are registered for (Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd , 3rd & 4th , 5th thought 7th). Specific group requests will be noted, but we cannot guarantee accommodation.

Camper Safety

Camper safety is our top priority. As such, camper supervision is kept as close to the following ratios as possible: 6:1(Kindergarten), 8:1 (1st-4th grade), 10:1 (5th through 7th grade) Audubon Camps also have a "Rule of Three," which means that campers will never be left unsupervised and will always be in a group of at least three individuals, one of which will always be a staff member. All staff undergo a federal background check and drug test prior to employment and are trained on emergency procedures.