Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 7–11 · $200/week
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Herpetology Summer Camp

Brooker Creek Preserve · $200/week

Brooker Creek Preserve offers various nature-focused day camps, including a Herpetology Summer Camp, designed to educate children about local ecosystems and ...

▌ Editor's read The Brooker Creek Preserve website loads successfully and details several summer day camps, including a Herpetology Summer Camp. The camps are offered by Pinellas County Parks and Conservation, indicating a municipal-parks ownership type. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific state licensing information. While no specific staff-to-camper ratio is listed, the camp is described as providing hands-on learning experiences. The Herpetology camp focuses on reptiles and amphibians, with activities like hiking, crafts, and games. The Preserve has a Facebook page (@brookercreekpreserve) but no Instagram handle is readily apparent. Google reviews for Brooker Creek Preserve average 4.8 stars from 1,100 reviews, with many praising the educational opportunities and well-maintained trails, which suggests a positive environment for the camp programs.
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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: 3940 Keystone Rd, Tarpon Springs, FL 34688, 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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