Camp
Animals and Bugs – Minis
Listed under Nature and wildlife camps · Animal and farm camps
About this camp
Guest speakers, crafts, games, and visits from special animals fill a week about animals and insects.
Dive tail first into a week of furry, fuzzy, and feathered animals and interesting insects. Guest speakers, crafts, games, and visits from special animals fill this week with engaging activities and plenty of fun.
How to join
Ask about next season: Animals and Bugs – Minis at Missoula Parks and Recreation
- Phone
- 406-721-PARK (7275)
Eligibility
- Ages or grades
- 4-8
- Counselor ratio
- Low participant-to-staff ratios
Cost and supplies
- Published cost
- $220 fee / $185 resident discount
- What to bring
- Snacks—Lots of them! For full-day camps, bring a large lunch. Don't forget a water bottle. Clothes—Weather appropriate, including a lightweight hoodie or jacket. Shoes—Closed-toe shoes.
Cost help
Missoula Parks and Recreation publishes scholarships, sliding fees, or other financial aid. Ask the provider how to apply, or see Help paying.
Past seasons
Published dates from previous seasons, kept so families can compare programs between years.
View 12 past sessions
| Session | Dates | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Animals and Bugs – Minis — Jefferson | Mon, Jun 22, 2026–Fri, Jun 26, 2026 8:30-5:30 Jefferson | $220 fee / $185 resident discount |
| Animals and Bugs – Minis — Westside | Mon, Jun 22, 2026–Fri, Jun 26, 2026 8:30-5:30 Westside | $220 fee / $185 resident discount |
| Week 2: June 22–26 — Animal and Bugs Minis (Jefferson) | Mon, Jun 22, 2026–Fri, Jun 26, 2026 8:30-5:30 Jefferson | $220 $185 |
| Week 2: June 22–26 — Animal and Bugs Minis (Westside) | Mon, Jun 22, 2026–Fri, Jun 26, 2026 8:30-5:30 Westside | $220 $185 |
| Animals and Bugs – Minis — Jefferson | Mon, Jul 20, 2026–Fri, Jul 24, 2026 8:30-5:30 Jefferson | $220 fee / $185 resident discount |
| Animals and Bugs – Minis — Westside | Mon, Jul 20, 2026–Fri, Jul 24, 2026 8:30-5:30 Westside | $220 fee / $185 resident discount |
| Week 6: July 20–24 — Animal and Bugs Minis (Jefferson) | Mon, Jul 20, 2026–Fri, Jul 24, 2026 8:30-5:30 Jefferson | $220 $185 |
| Week 6: July 20–24 — Animal and Bugs Minis (Westside) | Mon, Jul 20, 2026–Fri, Jul 24, 2026 8:30-5:30 Westside | $220 $185 |
| Animals and Bugs – Minis — Jefferson | Mon, Aug 10, 2026–Fri, Aug 14, 2026 8:30-5:30 Jefferson | $220 fee / $185 resident discount |
| Animals and Bugs – Minis — Westside | Mon, Aug 10, 2026–Fri, Aug 14, 2026 8:30-5:30 Westside | $220 fee / $185 resident discount |
| Week 9: August 10–14 — Animal and Bugs Minis (Jefferson) | Mon, Aug 10, 2026–Fri, Aug 14, 2026 8:30-5:30 Jefferson | $220 $185 |
| Week 9: August 10–14 — Animal and Bugs Minis (Westside) | Mon, Aug 10, 2026–Fri, Aug 14, 2026 8:30-5:30 Westside | $220 $185 |
Animals and Bugs – Minis — Jefferson
- Dates
- Mon, Jun 22, 2026–Fri, Jun 26, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- Jefferson
- Cost
- $220 fee / $185 resident discount
Animals and Bugs – Minis — Westside
- Dates
- Mon, Jun 22, 2026–Fri, Jun 26, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- Westside
- Cost
- $220 fee / $185 resident discount
Week 2: June 22–26 — Animal and Bugs Minis (Jefferson)
- Dates
- Mon, Jun 22, 2026–Fri, Jun 26, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- Jefferson
- Cost
- $220 $185
Week 2: June 22–26 — Animal and Bugs Minis (Westside)
- Dates
- Mon, Jun 22, 2026–Fri, Jun 26, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- Westside
- Cost
- $220 $185
Animals and Bugs – Minis — Jefferson
- Dates
- Mon, Jul 20, 2026–Fri, Jul 24, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- Jefferson
- Cost
- $220 fee / $185 resident discount
Animals and Bugs – Minis — Westside
- Dates
- Mon, Jul 20, 2026–Fri, Jul 24, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- Westside
- Cost
- $220 fee / $185 resident discount
Week 6: July 20–24 — Animal and Bugs Minis (Jefferson)
- Dates
- Mon, Jul 20, 2026–Fri, Jul 24, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- Jefferson
- Cost
- $220 $185
Week 6: July 20–24 — Animal and Bugs Minis (Westside)
- Dates
- Mon, Jul 20, 2026–Fri, Jul 24, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- Westside
- Cost
- $220 $185
Animals and Bugs – Minis — Jefferson
- Dates
- Mon, Aug 10, 2026–Fri, Aug 14, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- Jefferson
- Cost
- $220 fee / $185 resident discount
Animals and Bugs – Minis — Westside
- Dates
- Mon, Aug 10, 2026–Fri, Aug 14, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- Westside
- Cost
- $220 fee / $185 resident discount
Week 9: August 10–14 — Animal and Bugs Minis (Jefferson)
- Dates
- Mon, Aug 10, 2026–Fri, Aug 14, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- Jefferson
- Cost
- $220 $185
Week 9: August 10–14 — Animal and Bugs Minis (Westside)
- Dates
- Mon, Aug 10, 2026–Fri, Aug 14, 2026
8:30-5:30
- Location
- Westside
- Cost
- $220 $185
Sources
- from missoulaparks.org updated
- from missoulaparks.org/165/Currents-Aquatics-Center updated
- from ci.missoula.mt.us/DocumentCenter/View/80346/2026-Summer-Rec… updated
- from missoulaparks.org/DocumentCenter/View/80196/2026-Summer-Gui… updated