We have an exciting lineup of summer adventures ready to go for Summer 2o24.
Descriptions of the available sessions are posted below.
Designed with our youngest astronauts in mind, this course will blast-off their interest in space. Using hands-on activities students will explore the basics of our solar system, rockets, and space program while using basic coding, geology digs and more.
• June 3-5
• Grades 1-2
• 9:00 – 10:30 a.m.
• $60
Investigate planets, moons, stars, constellations, and more as you become a Junior Space Explorer! Campers will participate in hands-on space activities using augmented reality, designing a space habitat, and much more.
• June 10-12
• Grades 3-4
• 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• $160
Can you survive like the animals in the wild do? In this camp we will play outdoor games based on animal adaptations and how well they can survive. Our final game will be instincts for survival where you will need to collect your resources and stay alive. This camp will be entirely outside; please be prepared with water, sunscreen and good running shoes.
• June 12-13
• Grades 5-7
• 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
• $60
From nanobots to rovers, robots are changing our world. Participants will discover the importance of teamwork and innovation as they complete robotic design challenges. If you have always wanted to build robots and explore different robotic systems, this is the camp for you!
• June 17-21
• Grades 4-5
• Session 1: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• Session 2: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
• $160
Brush up on your forensic skills! Learn all about how to collect and analyze evidence: collect fingerprints, uncover secret messages, discover suspects, and more! Help solve a crime, and then you get to decide: do you use your new skills to become a detective, or a super spy?
• June 24-27
• Grades 4-6
• 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• $130
What will it take to live in space? Participants will train to become astronauts in preparation for their simulated space missions to the Moon and Mars. Training includes astronomy, robotics, experiments, and more. Join us this summer to experience NASA based simulations, new creations and tons of inspiration!
• July 8-12
• Grades 6-8
• Session 1: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• Session 2: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
• $160
GEMS’ mission is to interest young women who might not otherwise give serious thought to becoming scientists or engineers. It includes grade-appropriate, hands-on activities, in areas such as engineering, mathematics, computer science, environmental science, chemistry, biology, and, of course, some astronomy, too.
• July 15-19
• Grades 5-7
• 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• $160
Our Lunar Quest scenario puts young learners in charge of a simulated flight to the Moon. Students are transformed into astronauts, scientists, and engineers with a single common purpose – the success of the mission. Teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and decision making skills are put to the test.
• July 17
• Grades 6-9
• 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
• $30
Our Operation Comet scenario puts young learners in charge of a simulated flight to the International Space station to help scientists learn more about a comet passing through our solar system. Students are transformed into astronauts, scientists, and engineers with a single common purpose – the success of the mission. Teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and decision making skills are put to the test.
• July 18
• Grades 4-5
• 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
• $30
Become a real life superhero! Hide your secret identity and create a Super persona for yourself! Campers will learn about how super powers work in real life: how you can really become invisible, methods of flight, and the mechanics of superspeed.
• July 29-31
• Grades 2-4
• 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
• $90