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Register for Grades 7 to 9

Minnesota Zoo

The Minnesota Zoo offers day camps for grades 7-9, focusing on animal science, conservation, and behind-the-scenes experiences at the zoo.

▌ Editor's read The Minnesota Zoo's Summer Zoo Camp website loads successfully, offering day camp programs for various age groups, including grades 7-9. The Minnesota Zoo has a Google review rating of 4.7 stars based on over 20,000 reviews, with many reviewers praising the zoo's exhibits and educational opportunities. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. The website mentions that all camp staff and volunteers undergo background checks. The program type is day camp, and the owner type is a university, as the Minnesota Zoo is a state agency. Social media handles found are @mnzoo for Instagram and MinnesotaZoo for Facebook. The camp provides an immersive experience in animal science and conservation, utilizing the zoo's facilities and expert staff.
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Who thrives here Age 12

Register for Grades 7 to 9 is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty 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
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 12–12
  • Address: 13000 Zoo Boulevard, Apple Valley, MN 55124, USA
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Register for Grades 7 to 9

What ages does Register for Grades 7 to 9 accept?
Register for Grades 7 to 9 is open to children age 12. 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 Register for Grades 7 to 9 cost?
Register for Grades 7 to 9 doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Register for Grades 7 to 9?
Register for Grades 7 to 9 is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Register for Grades 7 to 9 provide lunch?
Register for Grades 7 to 9 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 Register for Grades 7 to 9 compare to other specialty camps in Apple Valley?
Register for Grades 7 to 9 is one of 36 specialty camps in Apple Valley 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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