Welcome to Aark Summer Camps for the 2026 Season! Registration Opens on 1/16/26 at 5:00PM EST
This year we are offering a total of 8 weeks of camp, split between 6 different camp themes and 3 age groups.
All sections are $400 per ticket and have a 9am drop-off and 3pm pick-up, running Monday through Friday.
Be sure to pack your child a snack, lunch, a refillable water bottle, and an extra set of clothing and water safe footwear.
In the event that your child your child becomes unable to attend, you must let us know of the cancellation at least 2-weeks prior to the start of their camp session in order to receive a refund.
If you have any questions regarding summer camps, please contact
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Animal Caretaker Camp
This camp is perfect for aspiring animal professionals! Campers will explore the basics of animal care and husbandry through themed days focused on diets, veterinary care, enrichment, training, and more. Hands-on activities include assisting with patient care and interacting with some of our animal ambassadors, making for an engaging and educational experience!
Ages 8-11: July 13th to 17th
Avian Exploration Camp
Campers will partake in an exciting journey into the world of birds! Through activities, crafts, and live bird encounters, campers will learn about different species, their behaviors, and habitats. Perfect for young ornithologists and bird enthusiasts!
Ages 12-14: June 22nd to 26th
Ages 8-11: July 6th to 10th
Critter Camp
Critter Camp is a hands-on summer adventure for children ages 5–7 who love animals and the outdoors! Campers will explore the world of wildlife through fun games, crafts, and up-close learning while discovering how animals are cared for at a real wildlife rehabilitation center. From meeting animal ambassadors to helping with age-appropriate care tasks, kids will learn compassion, responsibility, and respect for nature, all while having a wild amount of fun!
Ages 5-7: June 29th to July 3rd
Herpetology Discovery Camp
Dive into the fascinating world of reptiles and amphibians! Campers will explore the unique characteristics, behaviors, and habitats of snakes, salamanders, turtles, frogs, and more through hands-on activities, live animal encounters, and outdoor fieldwork. Excellent for budding herpetologists and nature aficionados!
Ages 12-14: July 27th to 31st
Ages 8-11: Aug 3rd to 7th
Wildlife Camp
This camp is perfect for young wildlife enthusiasts! Campers will explore mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, invertebrates, and their ecosystems through games, crafts, live animal presentations, and hands-on outdoor activities like insect sweep netting, wildlife tracking, and stream studies. Each day brings a new focus, sparking curiosity and a love for nature!
Ages 8-11: July 20th to 24th
Young Naturalist Camp
A camp for nature lovers, the camp will cover different aspects of the natural world and the organisms that live in it. Students will learn about Pennsylvania native wildlife, native plants, our local ecosystems, the interconnectivity between them, and how to help preserve them.
Ages 12-14: Aug 10th to 14th