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Busch Gardens Camp
Tampa, FL
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813-884-4FUN(4386)
BGTEduc[AT]seaworld.com
3605 E. Bougainvillea Ave
Tampa, FL 33612
CAMPER AGES: 4 - 22
TYPE OF CAMP: Overnight/Sleepaway. Day Camp. Day/Overnight/Resident.
CAMPER GENDER(S): Coed Campers.
AFFILIATION(S): American Camp Association Accredited
BRIEF CAMP DESCRIPTION: Busch Gardens Tampa offers both Day and Resident Camps and as one of the largest zoos in all of North America, it’s home to more than 12,000 animals representing more than 250 species – more than 30 of which are listed as threatened or endangered. And during the Busch Gardens camps, you get to experience what goes in to caring for each and every animal at the park.
CAMP INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES OFFERED:
Swimming, Waterfront/Aquatics, Science, Academics, Adventure, Travel, Wilderness/Nature, and more. Animal Interactions, Science, Field Research, Coasters & Rides, Water Rides & Water Activities, Shows & Performances, & Exploring Other Parks & The Wonders Of Florida.
CAMP LOCATION: Tampa, St. Petersburg and Orlando area
CAMP FACILITIES: Busch Gardens/Adventure Island
CAMP PROGRAM INFO: Our day campers will make new friends, try new things, come face-to-face with a giraffe and challenge North America’s tallest freestanding drop tower! For more than 25 years we've provided children with inspiring, exciting, and educational camp experiences and we look forward to having your child join us this year.
Resident Campers get to actually live and work at Busch Gardens® Tampa or SeaWorld®Orlando! You will spend a week working side-by-side with veterinarians, trainers and other animal care experts. You will help to feed, interact with and care for the animals that make your favorite park amazing. Enjoy snorkeling, kayaking, swimming and more. From fifth grade all the way through college, you can enjoy an immersive and unique experience that has brought us animal-loving guests from across the U.S. and around the world.
YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS:
Group Camps
September 2015 - May 2016
Zoo Apprentice: Grade 9-12
Zoo Journeys: Grade 4-12
Animal Adventures: Grade 6-8
Throughout the year, group camps can learn about the over 12,000 amazing animals that call this renowned zoological facility home. Work alongside zookeepers to care for lions, zebras and many of our other stars!
Visit our state-of-the-art zoo hospital and travel behind the scenes to encounter exotic and endangered species such as lemurs and black rhinos on habitat.
At day's end, there's still time to enjoy the amazing rides, shows and attractions of Busch Gardens® and Adventure Island®.
OTHER CAMP INFO: At Busch Gardens, we have a proud tradition of providing campers unforgettable programming that combines fun, education, and animal connections. Our nationally accredited programs help campers connect to the natural world and inspire a lifelong appreciation for wildlife and wild places. It's also about making memories with new friends while enjoying the awesome rides and shows that you can only find at our parks.
CAMP SESSION DATES & FEES:
Summer Camps: June 2016-August 2016.
SUMMER CAMP JOBS:
Resident Camp Counselor Click on the following link for more information and to apply:Â Our Camp Website Link: careers.seaworldparks.com Â
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