Tennessee Aquarium summer camp sign-ups begin soon
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Tennessee Aquarium announced on Tuesday it is preparing to open sign-ups for summer camp.
The aquarium will open sign-ups to the general public on Monday, March 11.
Aquarium members can begin signing up early, on March 4.
There are several different camp options for various age groups. Those range from Pre-K to teens up to 16 years old.
“Campers will explore the Aquarium, including going behind the scenes, interacting with animal care specialists, and encountering furry and scaly representatives from the Aquarium’s crew of Ambassador Animals,” the Aquarium explained.
Camp prices are as follows:
- General camps: $252 Members/$280 non-Members
- Specialty camps: $337.50 Members/$375 non-Members
- Teen camp: $202.50 Members/$225 non-Members
- Pre-K camp: $108 Members/$120 non-Members
Those who need financial assistance for camp can apply for camperships. Camperships are limited scholarships that cover 75 to 90% of each program fee for a single camp session.
To apply for a scholarship, apply by April 13. Those who are awarded scholarships will be notified by May 3.
General camps are available to children aged 5 to 12. These camps feature games, crafts and hands-on activities. Specialty Camps include three field trips and are for campers between the ages of 9 and 14.
Teen camps are mini camps that teach campers about using technology to understand the environmental world around them. Pre-K camps are also mini camps for children 4 to 5 years old. It features nature learning in an age-appropriate environment.
Most camps last one week, but there are mini-camp options as well that last about three days. Camps begin at 9 a.m. and end at 4 p.m.
The Aquarium will offer before- and after-care options which are $10 each.