Summer Camps at the University of Minnesota (Recreation and Wellness Youth Programs)
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Price for each camp is $299.
Grossology
Uncover the gross but fascinating characteristics of raptors. Learn why a turkey vulture poops on its feet and how it stays healthy even though it eats dead animals. Explore the difference between owl pellets and owl mutes. Look at the life cycles of some parasites that are "hitch hikers" on raptors and learn why these "natural recyclers" are an important part of the food chain. Try many hands-on activities and see live education owls, hawks, falcons, eagles, and a turkey vulture.
Ages: 8-9 (6710) Dates: July 25 - July 29, 2016
Ages: 10-11 (6711) Dates: July 25, 2016 to July 29, 2016
Raptor Vet
Come learn about life as a wildlife veterinarian at The Raptor Center, including the process of raptor rehabilitation from admission to release. Participate in lots of exciting hands-on activities and get up close and personal with live education eagles, hawks, owls and falcons. Camp also includes an extra field trip. A fun way to learn about the exciting science of veterinary medicine!
Ages: 9-11 (6706) Dates: July 11-July 15, 2016
Ages: 12-15 (6707) Dates: July 11-July 15, 2016
Enraptured with Raptors
Want to learn all about the birds of prey called raptors? Find out what characteristics all raptors have in common and the differences between owls, falcons, hawks, and other raptors. Take part in activities at The Raptor Center; see live raptors up close!
Ages: 6-7 (6695) Dates: June 13- June 17, 2016
Ages: 8-9 (6696) Dates: June 13- June 17, 2016
Ages: 6-8 (6697) Dates: August 1-August 5, 2016
Ages 8-9 (6698) Dates: August 1-August 5, 2016
Wizarding World of Wildlife
In the tradition of Hogwarts, discover potions, herbology, transfiguration and the care of magical creatures. What do raptors have to do with dragons? Which magical house will you end up in? What magical properties will your wand be made out of? Find answers to these questions and uncover the secrets of Minnesota's "Hedwig" and other interesting animals at The Raptor Center.
Ages: 8-9 (6702) Dates: June 20 – June 24, 2016
Ages: 12-15 (6703) Dates: June 20-June 24, 2016
Ages: 8-9 (6704) Dates: June 27-July 1, 2016
Ages: 10-12 (6705) Dates: June 27-July 1, 2016
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