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Animals and Their Young
Enrollment: 12 campers
Some animal babies ride on their mothers’ back, some sit on their fathers’ feet, and some never see their parents at all. From a 300-pound baby elephant to a nest of tiny newborn mice, to a tadpole that turns into a frog, animals and their young are truly amazing. Join us as we explore fascinating parenting behaviors in the animal world through stories, games, dramatic play, and craft projects, as well as by holding live animals. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades K–1
June 25–29
June 25–29
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
August 6–10
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Bugs, Beetles, and Butterflies
Enrollment: 12 campers
Did you know that there are more than a million kinds of insects? Learn to recognize some insect friends—and enemies—of your garden, and follow their life cycles from egg to adult. Their shapes, color patterns, behavior, and growth will amaze you. We’ll watch insects crawl, hop, fly, wiggle, and scurry; and we might even let some tickle us! Sign Up Now
Entering Grades K–1
July 16–20
July 16–20
1:00–4:00 pm
August 13–17
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon Full
August 20-24
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Dinosaur Detectives
Enrollment: 12 campers
A hundred million years ago, dinosaurs wandered the Earth. What were these ancient creatures like, and how do they compare to animals alive today? Dig for fossil bones, use toy models to make footprints in clay, act out dinosaur stories, and make dino-projects to take home. Compare dinosaurs to modern-day animals, and try to unlock some of prehistory’s mysteries. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades K–1
June 18–22
June 18–22
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon Full
July 23–27
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Fizzy, Foamy Camp
Enrollment: 12 campers
Join us as we mix safe chemicals together and learn why things bubble, fizz, and foam. Campers investigate foamy foods and bubbling solutions, and discover the wild fizzing action that happens when “mystery” tablets are dropped into water. They experiment with exciting chemistry activities that develop important skills for later science learning. This camp provides fizzy, foamy fun for everyone! Sign Up Now
Entering Grades K–1
June 18–22 Full
June 18–22 Full
1:00–4:00 p.m.
August 13–17
1:00–4:00 p.m.
August 20–24
1:00–4:00 p.m
Playing with Potions
Enrollment: 12 campers
Do you like mixing ingredients together to make potions? Then this is the camp for you! But wait—our cupboards are empty. First, we must collect and sort ingredients by using scientific tools. Then, using the ingredients we collect, we’ll invent our own potion recipes. Experiment, observe, discover, and play! Sign Up Now
Entering Grades K–1
July 9–13
July 9–13
1:00–4:00 p.m.
August 6–10
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Physical Science for Curious Kids
Enrollment: 12 campers
A variety of simple games and activities introduce children to topics such as electricity, magnetism, and properties of air and light. Young scientists make kites, magnetic toys, and light circuits to take home. These activities stimulate questions in young minds and foster an intuitive framework for later science learning. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades K–1
June 25–July 6, No camp on Wednesday, July 4
June 25–July 6, No camp on Wednesday, July 4
1:00–4:00 p.m.
July 9–20
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
August 6–17
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Pollywogs Pond
Enrollment: 12 campers
Get to know and love the Hall's pond and its summertime inhabitants. Try your luck at catching crayfish with a fishing pole! Learn how various pond animals live together, and discover the wonders of their wet world. Observe, compare, and even hold some water animals of the Animal Discovery Room, such as crayfish, frogs, turtles, salamanders, and snakes. Use collage materials to create a big book of pond life. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades K–1
June 11–15 Full
June 11–15 Full
1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
July 2–6, No camp on Wednesday July 4
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
July 30–August 3 Full
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Storybook Science
Enrollment: 12 campers
Time for a story—and science, too! Each day a new story sets the stage for fun activities and investigations that spark campers’ curiosity and creativity. Experiments with light and shadow, exploring nature, and handling live animals are integrated with children’s literature, as well as with math, art, and drama. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades K–1
July 9–13
July 9–13
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Animal Math
Enrollment: 14 campers
How long is a boa constrictor? Who’s really faster, the tortoise or the hare? Measuring, counting, sorting, graphing, and making patterns are more fun than ever when animals come to math class! Animals’ shapes, sizes, weights, colors, and locomotion inspire creative mathematical investigations. Each day features live animals, as well as games, stories, and art projects that reinforce math concepts. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades 1–2
July 2–6, No camp on Wednesday July 4
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon Full
1:00–4:00 p.m.
July 23–27
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Astronomy Adventures
Enrollment: 14 campers
Are you curious about the night sky? Do you ever wonder what’s beyond the clouds? Become a junior astronomer and explore constellations, phases of the moon, and other mysteries of our solar system through Planetarium visits, models, games, and crafts. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades 1–2
June 25–29 Full
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
July 23–27 Full
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Construction Junction
Enrollment: 14 campers
Experiment with using various types of materials to create your own structures. How tall a tower can you erect out of straws, or blocks, or cardboard boxes? How would you design and build your very own dream house out of recycled materials? Learn about the mathematical shapes and concepts that make for strength and design, and explore the science behind building. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades 1–2
June 11–15
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
June 11–15
1:00–4:00 p.m.
June 18–22
1:00–4:00 p.m.
July 16–20
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Lego Builders
Enrollment: 14 campers
Build, Test, Create. Campers learn the basics of designing and building strong structures with Duplo®, then translate their creations into recycled material structures to take home. Stories and challenges start each day and help capture their imagination. Tinkerers and budding engineers alike will enjoy creating and building together. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades 1–2
June 18–22 Full
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
July 23–27
1:00–4:00 p.m
Whales, Seals, Sea Lions and Otters
Enrollment: 14 campers
Learn what sea lions eat, how sea otters keep warm, and why whales sing. Examine real whalebones and whale teeth, make paper and clay animal projects to take home, and compare yourself to a life-size model of marine mammals. Hold mammals from the Animal Discovery Room, and find out what they have in common with the large animals of the sea. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades 1–2
June 25–29
1:00–4:00 p.m.
July 30–August 3
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Art of Math
Enrollment: 16 campers
Let your creativity loose as we explore the art of mathematics! Math is more than just numbers—it’s also about shapes, patterns, and representation. Explore geometry, symmetry, and more; and then use these ideas to make creative works of art. Use a variety of art supplies and building materials to prepare your own interesting mathematical art, and get inspired to make more at home. Along the way, solve a few puzzles and see how much fun it is to mix art and math. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades 2–3
July 16–20
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Blocks, Beams and Bridges
Enrollment: 14 campers
If you love building, join us as we construct bridges and buildings with a variety of materials, including blocks of different shapes, toothpicks and gumdrops, and recycled materials. Find out how the Golden Gate Bridge stands up, by testing a 4-foot-tall model. Experiment with strength, structure, and geometry. Become a skilled apprentice builder! Sign Up Now
Entering Grades 2–3
June 25–29
1:00–4:00 p.m.
July 30–August 3
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Creepy Crawly
Enrollment: 16 campers
Explore the mysterious lives of animals that creep through tall grass and crawl across leaves. Collect and observe local critters from the Hall's lawn and pond. Investigate and touch insects and amphibians from our animal collection. Learn where spiders get the silk for their webs; and get the chance to safely hold a real, live tarantula. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades 2–3
June 25–29
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Crime-Fighting Superheroes
Enrollment: 16 campers
Become a crime-stopping hero in our crime camp for junior detectives. We will analyze evidence, such as footprints, fingerprints, and ink stains, to solve baffling crimes. Each day’s mystery includes logic puzzles, a story, and a mystery guest, plus a chance for your camper to be the detective hero.
Entering Grades 2–3
August 6–10
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
August 13–17
1:00–4:00 p.m.
August 20–24
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Pond Camp
Enrollment: 16 campers
Take the plunge into the world of water animals, and learn about aquatic animals and plants. Collect samples from our pond and look through microscopes and magnifying lenses to find the tiniest pond animals. Handle and feed the amazing animals that live in and near ponds, and then conduct experiments to learn more about their features, needs, and behavior. Learn how all these animals live together in this watery ecosystem. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades 2–3
June 18–22
1:00–4:00 p.m.
July 2–6, No camp on Wednesday July 4
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Quantum Camp
Enrollment: 16 campers
Investigate some really cool science. Discover the secrets of light, color, electricity, and magnets by doing experiments and making projects to take home. Build a camera that uses no film, and snap a picture that needs no camera. Construct a solar oven, and cook a snack using the sun! Launch a rocket using a chemical reaction. For dessert, explore the science behind making ice cream. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades 2–3
June 11–22
1:00–4:00 p.m.
June 25–July 6, No camp on Wednesday July 4
1:00–4:00 p.m.
August 6–17
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Sandy Shores
Enrollment: 16 campers
Take a close look at one of the most dynamic places on our planet, the shore! You'll investigate sand from all over the world and see which shore plants are used in foods. Discover the many shells of the sea and find out what animals make and live in them. Handle shore animals and learn how they have adapted in special ways to their ever-changing home. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades 2–3
July 2–6, No camp on Wednesday July 4
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
August 13–17
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Secret Formulas
Enrollment: 16 campers
Have you ever wanted to invent the world’s best toothpaste or fizzy drink? Now you have the chance to mix, measure, test, and compare, in your search to discover the secret formulas used in products you buy at the store. You’ll explore properties of various ingredients and create original recipes to take home. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades 2–3
July 9–13
9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
July 16–20
1:00–4:00 p.m.
August 6–10
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Stirring Up Science
Enrollment: 16 campers
Become a “mad mixer” and turn everyday substances into your own weird and fun concoctions. Get ready for some science surprises, as you explore substances both familiar and mysterious. Figure out how to make solutions that form crystals, and freeze liquids in less than 10 seconds to make popsicles. Sign Up Now
Entering Grades 2–3
July 9–13
1:00–4:00 p.m.
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