What ages does Herpetology Summer Camp accept?

Herpetology Summer Camp is open to children ages 7–11. 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 Herpetology Summer Camp cost?

Herpetology Summer Camp publishes $200/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Herpetology Summer Camp's hours?

Herpetology Summer Camp runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Herpetology Summer Camp?

Herpetology Summer Camp is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Herpetology Summer Camp provide lunch?

Herpetology Summer Camp 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.

▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 7–11

Herpetology Summer Camp

Weedon Island Preserve · $200/week

Herpetology Summer Camp at Weedon Island Preserve offers day programs for children to explore the natural world, focusing on reptiles and amphibians.

▌ Editor's read The Herpetology Summer Camp is a day camp offered by the Weedon Island Preserve, a Pinellas County Parks and Conservation facility. The camp focuses on reptiles and amphibians, providing an immersive nature experience for children. While specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for camp staff are not explicitly detailed on the website, the preserve itself is a government-run entity. The Weedon Island Preserve boasts a strong public reputation with a 4.8-star rating from over 2,000 Google reviews, frequently praised for its educational programs and natural beauty. The camp is not ACA accredited. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @weedonisland and a Facebook page 'WeedonIslandPreserve'.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 7–11

Herpetology Summer Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given outdoors/nature program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Day camp
ACA accredited: Not verified
Established: Not listed
Operator: Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Outdoors/Nature
Ages: 7–11
Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Address: 1800 Weedon Dr NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33702, USA
Cost notes: USD

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Herpetology Summer Camp

What ages does Herpetology Summer Camp accept?: Herpetology Summer Camp is open to children ages 7–11. 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 Herpetology Summer Camp cost?: Herpetology Summer Camp publishes $200/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Herpetology Summer Camp's hours?: Herpetology Summer Camp runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Herpetology Summer Camp?: Herpetology Summer Camp is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Herpetology Summer Camp provide lunch?: Herpetology Summer Camp 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.

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