Overnight Camps

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At Lawrence Hall of Science (LHS) residential summer camps, the mountains, forests, and seashore become exciting places to explore science in ways not possible inside a classroom. LHS combines the best hands-on, inquiry-based environmental education activities with what you love most about summer camp. LHS residential camps span a range of ages and interests, from young campers exploring coastal forests and tide pools, or experienced campers taking their outdoor skills to new levels, to high school students engaging in college-level research activities.

Interpersonal Skill Development
Having strong and positive group dynamics is important to us.  We spend time developing strong teamwork and friendships through daily group activities and shared responsibilities. If you decide to sign up with a friend, we honor all buddy requests. These camps build self-confidence and encourage independence in a safe, structured environment.

Safety
Safety is of paramount importance to us. We are proud of our excellent safety record, which is the result of our careful staff selection process (we attract and hire only the best and most qualified), thorough training process, low student-to-staff ratios, and very detailed and well-tested program procedures.

Support Academic Achievement
Research has shown that authentic hands-on explorations in nature inspire intellectual curiosity and support academic achievement. Hands-on science activities, the hallmark of LHS programs, feature age-appropriate science topics and concepts.  Each of the camps has a unique theme and program, and is designed for a specific age group.  Take advantage of the time-tested techniques of the University of California, Berkeley’s public science center to help your child fulfill his or her potential.