Zookeeper Programs
WE OFFER PROGRAMS YEAR ROUND!
We offer camps, workshops and after-school programs for both kids & adults!
JUNIOR ZOOKEEPER CAMPS
General Info – Jr Zookeeper Program for Youth ages 6 – 13
Does your child have a passion for animals? Would he or she love to have a chance to work behind the scenes? Then this is the opportunity they have been waiting for! We’ll be hosting Junior Zookeeper Classes throughout the school year. Participants will get the opportunity to help our staff clean animal enclosures, prepare meals and feed the animals, learn reptile husbandry and simple vet care, handle animals and receive special training on how to deal with reptiles in the wild. Zookeeper duties will vary so each session will not be exactly the same. All classes are 2-hours long. Minimum of 6 participants to run a camp.
COST
- Individual classes are $25/session/child.
- Six-Week Programs are $132 (Saves $18!) if purchased upfront. They can also be purchased as individual classes.
- 8-Day Programs are $175 (Saves $25!) if purchased upfront. They can also be purchased as individual classes.
- PURCHASE A MEMBERSHIP AND SAVE 10% ON ZOOKEEPER CLASSES PLUS GET DISCOUNTS ON MANY OTHER SERVICES!
INSTRUCTIONS FOR REGISTRATION:
FOR INDIVIDUAL DATES: Please click the “Register my Junior Zookeeper” button.
- Choose the date for the first camp you’d like to register for.
- Chooose the Individual Junior Zookeepers Ticket ($25)
- Fill out the questionnaire for each child you are registering.
- FOR MULTIPLE DATES, click the KEEP SHOPPING button. Add another date, and repeat till all dates are in cart. The questionnaire will pre-populate your info so you don’t need to add it again.
- Add your membership code if you have one for member discounts.
- Add your credit card info and complete the registration.
FOR A 6-WEEK or 8-DAY PROGRAM: Please click the “Register my Junior Zookeeper” button.
- Choose the first date & time for the 6-week program.
- Choose the “6-Week Program” Ticket ($132) Saves $18! or the “8-Day Program” ticket ($175) Saves $25!
- Fill out the questionnaire for each child you are registering.
- Add your membership code if you have one for member discounts.
- Add your credit card info and complete the registration.
- We will fill in the other 5 or 7 dates on the back end of the software so we can enable your package discount.
Scales & Ales
Adult Workshops for 18+
What is Scales & Ales?
Each month we have a fun topic about reptiles. We meet at our facility in Kearns and focus on that topic for about about an hour and a half while also interacting with some cool animals, and then we’ll head over to a local brewery at Jordan Landing to relax while we continue our conversations and build new friendships with like minded reptile enthusiasts!
What are the details for this month?
Date/Time: Thursday, March 19th, 2026 @ 6pm
Location: 4944 W 6200 S, Kearns, UT 84118
Topic: Paint Night!
We will be snuggling your favorite animals and using non-toxic, animal safe paint to make a fun photo to celebrate the evening. This will be less formal education and more animal snuggling and creative.
Cost: $25/individual Ticket or $40/for two
What’s Included? Reptile Workshop and reptile handling at our facility in Kearns.
What’s Not Included? Any food or drink purchased at the local brewery. Please do not come inebriated for your safety and the safety of our animals.
What’s coming up?
April 16th – Why are there so many rattlesnakes around right now?
May 21st – Thrash Night – Come help us feed the lizards!
Participant Requirements: 4 Participants minimum and 20 participants max.
Spring Camps – Dates/Topics:
SPRING REGULAR 7-WEEK CLASS SCHEDULE
WEDNESDAYS – March 18th – April 29th / 10am-12pm
Camps are $25/session/child OR $154 (Saves $21) if purchased up front. -Ideal for Ages: 6-13
INSTRUCTIONS: Click on the first date of the 7-week session and choose the 7-week class option OR Add each individual date to your cart to do specific dates before paying.
“Animal Science K-6th”
This 7-week course will spend two hours each week focusing on areas of reptile science that touch on topics from each grade’s core animal science/zoology curriculum. Each class will include a chance to handle some cool animals, help with cleaning or feeding and work on a craft project. Please note, we may not get to every single requirement for each grade, but we’ll do as many as we can during our two hour class each week.
Reptile – Class Topics
- March 18th – Kindergarten – Focuses on observing patterns, identifying what animals need to survive, and basic characteristics.
- March 25th – 1st Grade – Covers life cycles, how young animals resemble parents, and basic animal groupings (mammals, birds, fish).
- April 1st – 2nd Grade – Involves studying animal habitats, diversity, and classifying animals into groups like reptiles, amphibians, and insects.
- April 8th – 3rd Grade – Focuses on detailed life cycles (birth, growth, reproduction, death) and how animals adapt to their environment.
- April 15th – 4th Grade – Examines internal and external structures that support survival, behavior, and reproduction.
- April 22nd – 5th Grade – Focuses on energy flow, such as how animals get energy from food (originally from the sun) for repair and growth.
- April 29th – 6th Grade – Covers the study of animal kingdoms, classifications (vertebrates/invertebrates), adaptations, and life processes. Key topics include animal nutrition, genetics, reproduction, and habitats, often featuring hands-on projects like creating animal presentations, studying food webs, or exploring inherited traits.
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SPRING BREAK JR ZOOKEEPER SCHEDULE
Reptile Rangers Camp – become a reptile keeper for a week!
Campers will learn what it’s like to be a real-life zookeeper! They will help prepare animal food, assist with habitat cleaning, and observe how keepers care for the animals. Each day will include interactive games, crafts, and up-close animal encounters tied to the theme of the day. It’s an exciting and educational experience designed to spark curiosity and give young animal lovers a deeper appreciation for reptiles and wildlife care.
- Day 1 – Zookeeper 101
- Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes at a reptile zoo? In Zookeeper 101, campers will learn the basics of what it takes to care for animals every day. Kids will get an introduction to the facility, learn safe animal handling rules, and help with simple keeper tasks like habitat spot cleaning, refreshing water dishes, and observing how keepers monitor animal health and behavior.
- Day 2- Bug Bistro- feeding day!
- What do reptiles eat, and how do zookeepers prepare their meals? During Camp Day 2, kids will explore the fascinating diets of reptiles—from insects to vegetables and more. Campers will help prepare food, observe feeding time, and learn how different animals eat in different ways. Interactive games, crafts, and animal encounters will make this a fun and engaging experience for curious young animal lovers.
- Day 3- Super Senses and Skins!
- Reptiles experience the world in amazing ways—from smelling with their tongues to sensing vibrations in the ground. During Camp Day 3, kids will explore the incredible senses that help reptiles survive. Reptiles have unique bodies built for survival, and this camp explores everything from scales to skeletons. Campers will learn how reptiles grow, shed their skin, and move in different environments. Through hands-on crafts, activities, and animal encounters, kids will gain a deeper understanding of reptile anatomy and how these incredible animals are adapted for life in the wild.
- Day 4- Masters of Disguise
- Many reptiles survive in the wild thanks to incredible camouflage and defense strategies. During Camp Day 4, kids will explore how animals blend into their environments, hide from predators, and sneak up on prey. Campers will help create enrichment and hiding spots for reptiles while participating in fun crafts, games, and animal encounters that show just how clever these creatures can be.
- Day 5- Wildlife Protectors
- Reptiles play an important role in ecosystems around the world, and Camp Day 5 focuses on how we can help protect them. Campers will learn about conservation, habitat protection, and the work zookeepers and scientists do to care for wildlife. Through hands-on activities, simple zookeeper tasks, crafts, and animal encounters. Kids will discover how they can become reptile rangers, and help protect animals in their own communities and homes.
Prices: $25/Session OR $110 for all 5 days (savings of $15)
INSTRUCTIONS:
To register for all five dates for $110, choose the first day of the week, select 5-day class and register for that date only. To select single or multiple al-a-cart dates, choose your first date, fill out appropriate details, then select KEEP SHOPPING to add more dates.
JORDAN, DAVIS & WEBER SPRING BREAK SCHEDULE:
- MARCH 30TH – Day 1 – Zookeeper 101
- MARCH 31ST – Day 2- Bug Bistro- feeding day!
- APRIL 1ST – Day 3- Super Senses and Skins!
- APRIL 2ND – Day 4- Masters of Disguise
- APRIL 3RD – Day 5- Wildlife Protectors
GRANITE, SALT LAKE, CANYONS, PROVO, WEBER, ALPINE SPRING BREAK SCHEDULE:
- APRIL 6TH – Day 1 – Zookeeper 101
- APRIL 7TH – Day 2- Bug Bistro- feeding day!
- APRIL 8TH – Day 3- Super Senses and Skins!
- APRIL 9TH- Day 4- Masters of Disguise
- APRIL 10TH – Day 5- Wildlife Protectors
VIP ZOOKEEPER EXPERIENCE
Zookeeper Experience for Teens & Adults ages 13+
Work directly with our animal care team behind the scenes to meal prep, feed, and care for our reptile collection for at two hour period. This is a one on one experience with a max of two guests. VIP Zookeeper will also get hands on with several incredible reptiles of their choosing*. Our VIP Zookeeper Experience makes for a great birthday gift, holiday gift or reward! This activity is limited to ages 13 and older.
(*Restrictions and limitations may apply due to participant’s age and previous experience, as well as health of the animals requested. We reserve the right to make those determinations at the time of the VIP experience.)
PRICING: $125/Teen (ages 13 – 17), $150 (adults 18+)
