University Recreation and Wellness

Discover the wild world of ologies in this interactive and hands-on camp! Each day we will try out a new ology like ornithology (birds), mammalogy (mammals), phytology (plants) and, of course, grossology (things that make you go eww!) and discover how we use it here at Como Zoo.

Explore natures designs and how humans can be inspired by them! Spend the week designing and engineering using raptor adaptations and live birds as your muse at the Raptor Center!

Dive into the fascinating world of cold-blooded creatures with crafts, exciting games, and up-close encounters with our scaly friends at the Nature Center.

Power up your engineering skills to construct boats that actually float. Apply real-world concepts to physics and mechanical engineering as you work with different propulsion systems; from paddles to propellers and much more.

Put on your paleontologist hat to uncover amazing prehistoric plants and animals from the fossil record. Well meet some of their living relatives as we explore the Como Zoo and Conservatory and make comparisons on how these creatures have changed over time!

Dive into a week of culinary exploration at the Nature Center! Unleash your inner chef as we figure out what makes food look and taste the way it does. Every day is full of interactive experiments, delicious tastings, and hands-on cooking.

Learn what it takes to migrate, survive the winter cold, nest in the spring, and swap in a new set of feathers as you get up close and personal with the birds at the Raptor Center.

Complete challenges, earn stamps, and unlock the title of Nature Navigator! From tracking wildlife to plant scavenger hunts, every day is full of fun and discovery at the Nature Center.

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?

Cook up some outdoor fun at the Nature Center! From mastering the perfect s'more to gourmet campfire cuisine, we'll have a blast cooking and tasting, while also practicing safe fire skills. Plus, engage in classic camp activities like games and crafts.

Embark on quests, solve puzzles, and discover natures secrets. Well use explorer tools like maps and compasses, weave through forest obstacle courses, apprehend plant trespassers, and make friends along the way.

This eye-opening learning experience is designed to inspire young learners to protect raptors and the environment we share. Find out what characteristics all raptors have in common and the difference between owls, falcons, hawks and other raptors.

Explore diverse biomes, gather resources to craft tools, build epic shelters, and defend against imaginary monsters. Well practice survival skills and teamwork while fostering a love of the great outdoors at the Nature Center.

Join us for a thrilling week of Pokmon-themed STEAM activities. Learn coding, animation, and more while creating your own Pokmon-themed stop-motion film.