Chattanooga
Autism Center

Description: Dive in this summer for our new season of Aqua Camp! Join us as we explore the world around us through hands-on animal encounters, Aquarium tours, activities, and so much more.

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Website: Summer Camp · Tennessee Aquarium (tnaqua.org)

Cost:

• General Camps – $252 for members / $280 for non-members

• Specialty Camps – $337.50 for members / $375 for non-members

• Teen Camp – $202.50 for members / $225 for non-members

• Pre-K Camp – $108 for members / $120 for non-members

• (More details for all camps below)

• General Camp – $250 for members / $280 for non-members

• Specialty Camp – $345 for members / $375 for non-members

• Teen Camp – $345 for members / $375 for non-members

• Before Care ($10.00/day) – 7:30 am to 9:00 am

• After Care ($10.00/day) – 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

• Limited scholarship programs available

Times:  9AM-4PM. Aftercare available until 5:30 PM.

Email: summercamp@tnaqua.org

Phone: 423-785-4093

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General Camps

Ages: 5-12 years olds.

General campers stay on campus and are a great choice for those who may be first time campers.

• Wild Legends

  • Dates: June 10 – 14 / July 8 – 12

  • Ages: 5 – 12 years old

  • Description: Join us as we explore wild and mysterious animal legends. Each day, we will use science to debunk or confirm a new animal myth. We also will explore the Aquarium, engage in fun, animal-themed crafts and activities, and meet our ambassador animals!

• Secret Superheroes

  • Dates: June 17 – 21 / July 15 – 19

  • Ages: 5 – 12 years old

  • Description: Not all superheroes wear capes. Sometimes, they have feathers, fur, and scales. This week, we will discover nature’s secret superheroes before becoming one ourselves. We’ll also explore the Aquarium, make fun crafts, perform science experiments, and meet incredible ambassador animals!

• Sense-sational Animals

  • Dates: June 24 – 28 / July 22 – 26

  • Ages: 5 – 12 years old

  • Description: Have you ever wondered how a stingray can see prey hidden in the sand or how a bumblebee finds the perfect flower? From locating food to escaping danger, some animals have extraordinary senses that help them survive and thrive. In this sense-sational camp, we’ll explore the Aquarium, conduct science experiments, and meet ambassador animals to learn the unusual ways they see, hear, smell, touch, and taste!

• Nature Nuts Dates:

  • July 1-3, Full-day Option

  • Ages: 5 – 8 years old

  • Description: This mini week of camp is perfect for the camper who may be new to the camp experience. For three days we will explore nature through hands-on activities, ambassador animal encounters, crafts, and snack time! Join us as we explore the Aquarium and the natural world around us!

Specialty Camps

Ages: 9-14

Specialty Camps have 3 field trips included. This is a wonderful choice for those adventurous campers!

• Trailblazers Dates:

  • June 10 – 14 / July 8 – 12

  • Ages: 9 – 12 years old

  • Description: Spend the week learning how the health of forests benefits our creek and river ecosystems. After exploring the Aquarium and meeting our ambassador animals, we will set out on hiking trails in nearby state parks and national forests to learn about them firsthand. You won’t want to miss out on this outdoor adventure!

• Eco-Builders

  • Dates: June 24 – 28 / July 22 – 26

  • Ages: 9 – 14 years old

  • Description:How are habitats built? We will meet scientists from the Tennessee Aquarium Conservation Institute to learn how nature’s engineers create a habitat for themselves and other animals and how we can responsibly build around them. During this amazing week of camp, we’ll spend time exploring creeks, meeting our ambassador animals, and experimenting with eco-engineering!

​​Teen Camp

• Nature Tech Teens

  • Dates: July 1 – 3

  • Ages: 13 – 16 years old

  • Description: During this mini week of camp, our teens will learn how we use technology to understand the wild world around us. Whether it’s used for tracking animals, testing water quality, or identifying animals, technology is helping advance science. We will tour the Aquarium, meet ambassador animals, and use our tech-savvy skills while hiking through nature and exploring our region’s creeks!

Pre-K Camp

• Tiny Tides Pre-K

  • Dates: July 1 – 3, Half-day Option

    • 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.​

  • Ages: 4 – 5 years old

  • Description: Join us for our new Tiny Tides Pre-K camp. This half-day option is perfect for little ones who want to learn about nature in a fun, safe, and age-appropriate environment.  We will explore nature though hands-on activities, ambassador animal encounters, and snack time! Ability to use the restrooms independently is required.

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