child playing at zoo

Little Explorers' Base Camp is an opportunity for preschoolers and toddlers to play, learn or make a new friend!

Exploration Stations are designed to encourage discovery through puzzles, books, tools, activities and more! Stop by and see us on select Tuesdays and Thursdays anytime between 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the locations listed below.

This activity is included with Zoo admission. You do not need to register ahead of time...just show up and have fun!

2025 Schedule

In the event of rain or inclement weather, Little Explorers Base Camp will move to the nearest indoor location. Please note that cancellations may occur due to weather-related events. 

MARCH
March 25Farmyard FunThe Barn at North America
March 27Farmyard FunThe Barn at North America
APRIL
APR 1Farmyard FunThe Barn at North America
APR 3Farmyard FunThe Barn at North America
APR 8Animals of Asia QuestAcross from the tiger boardwalk in Asia Quest
APR 10Animals of Asia QuestAcross from the tiger boardwalk in Asia Quest
APR 15Animals of Asia QuestAcross from the tiger boardwalk in Asia Quest
APR 17Animals of Asia QuestAcross from the tiger boardwalk in Asia Quest
APR 22Earth Day AdventureNear Congo River Market Food Court
APR 24Earth Day AdventureNear Congo River Market Food Court
APR 29Earth Day AdventureNear Congo River Market Food Court
MAY
MAY 1Earth Day AdventureNear Congo River Market Food Court
MAY 6Outback ExploringNear Lorikeet habitat in Australia region
MAY 8Outback ExploringNear Lorikeet habitat in Australia region
MAY 13Outback ExploringNear Lorikeet habitat in Australia region
MAY 15Outback ExploringNear Lorikeet habitat in Australia region