Lee Richardson Zoo in Garden City runs Edventure summer camps that introduce children to wildlife and conservation through animal encounters and hands-on science. Camps are grouped by grade – Wildlife Safari (grades 1–2) and Biome Bonanza (grades 3–4) – as two-day, half-day sessions running 8am–12pm. The zoo is operated by the City of Garden City.
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We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Lee Richardson Zoo directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Brooke SedarWas very impressed with this zoo, especially given that it's free to enter. Drove up from Dodge City and we spent about 2 hours walking around. Would definitely come back!
★★★★★Jake DornerWent in on a Sunday, spent a little over 3 hours walking the park. Was free admission to walk. Saw lots of cool animals and we enjoyed the trip.
★★★★★Lanalyn RiveraBoys had fun. It was nice that they have plenty for kids to play. There are several playground in it.
★★★★★Teagan SandstedtVery good zoo with lots to see. Lemurs, lions, bobcats, red pandas, and sloth bears! There a couple play areas for kids to get their energy out and run around. Plenty of very informative signs teaching about habitat and teach exhibit. I was sad the little gift shop is only open on weekends.
★★★★★Rosser FamilyFor a free zoo, it was a lot bigger than I expected! We spent the day walking around and enjoying all the animals. Only a few were not in their enclosures, most likely being tended to at that time. There were several spots to stop and rest on benches, neat art work throughout, a merry go round, drinks snacks and souvenirs in the shop at the main entrance, multi person bikes or motorized ride on animal things for the kids (definitely get if you don’t want to walk for miles)