Summer Camps 2010

Foamy, Fizzy Science
Monday, June 14, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Put on your goggles and prepare for a day of chemistry fun! Your young scientist will experience safe chemistry experiments designed to spark wonder and imagination.
 

Take Flight
Tuesday, June 15, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fly up, zoom down and hover as we examine machines and animals that go up, up and away.
 

Creepy, Crawly Creatures
Wednesday, June 16, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Observe and handle creepy, crawly creatures. You’ll soon see they’re not so creepy after all!!
 

Sense-sational Science
Thursday, June 17, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
See, touch, taste, hear and smell all of the fun that hands-on experiments have to offer.
 

Soil & Seed
Friday, June 18, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
This camp will really grow on you as we plant seeds, dissect plants and discover why we need green!
 

3,2,1 Blast Off!
Monday, July 12, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Junior astronauts will suit up for a morning of out-of-this-world fun. We will launch rockets, dress as astronauts and make space food.
 

Science On The Menu
Tuesday, July 13, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cook up a great time in this camp. Bake cupcakes, pop popcorn, and learn about feeding our bodies healthy snacks.

Blocks, Beams and Buildings

Wednesday, July 14, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Sandy Shores

Thursday, July 15, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Sound Science

Friday, July 16, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Dynamite Dinosaurs

Monday, July 26, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Your kids will really “dig” this camp as they discover what scientists know about the fantastic beasts from the past.

Trains, Planes and Automobiles

Tuesday, July 27, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Explore the science of transportation in this camp. We will make cars, boats and much more as we zoom into science and fun.

Sun, Stars & Solar System

Wednesday, July 28, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Look beyond the Earth into the sky. We will learn about our Sun, stars and planets. To infinity and beyond!

Gears & Gizmos

Thursday, July 29, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Engineer a great time during this camp that’s all about simple machines and how they make things move and work.

It’s All About Me!

Friday, July 30, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Come meet Stuffee - a 7 ft. tall, blue-haired doll with a lot of guts! We will explore the human body inside & out, learn about our senses and make skeleton rubbings.

Early Bird Special
Register for an entire week of camp by 5/1/2010 and choose to receive $10 off your registration or a free Summer Camp t-shirt per camper.

$115/Non-Member, $100/Member per week

Young Engineer

June 14 - 18, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sir Isaac Newton never had this much fun! If you love building, join us as we construct bridges and buildings with a variety of materials. Experiment with the physics of strength, structure and geometry to learn why certain shapes are so strong. Become a skilled builder.

Bubbling Beakers and Foaming Flasks

June 21 - 25, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Mad Scientists will mix up a good time in this camp full of crystals, potions and other wizardry. Experiment with the properties of matter and make chemical concoctions you can eat - if you dare!

Mission to Deep Space

July 12 - 16, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The universe awaits! Young astronomers will gaze into the mysteries of the cosmos using our Digital STARLAB and enjoy many out-of-this world activities.

Quantum Leap

July 19 - 23, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Discover the secrets of light, energy, force and magnetism in this camp that will get you “up and atom”. Explore science in motion with hovercrafts, roller coasters and electromagnets. Physics makes the world go round - literally!

Bones, Body and Biology

July 26 - 30, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Explore human anatomy and biology through animal dissections and explorations. Discover what keeps your body ticking and how to keep it healthy. You’ll see your body in a whole new way.

$25/Non-Member, $22/Member per session

Don’t Spring A Leak

Monday, August 2, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Explore the wet science of water under a dry roof. How can bugs walk on water? Can you get metal to float while a cotton ball sinks? Get ready for your adventure on the high seas with your own catamaran and other boats.

LEGO Robotics

Tuesday, August 3, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

In this junior version of the regular week-long camp, you will learn basic computer programming to make your LEGO robot dance, sing, follow a line and more. This camp will use the latest in NXT robot technology.

Note: Campers do not get to keep the robot.

Delving Into Dinosaurs

Wednesday, August 4, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Are you intrigued about the days dinosaurs roamed the Earth? Travel back into the past to learn about dinosaurs and fossils. We are sure you will really “dig” this camp.

Creature Camp

Thursday, August 5, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Get up-close-and-personal with all kinds of creatures that fly, slither, hop and swim. Discover the ways of animals that share our planet, as we explore how they move, breathe, eat and behave.

Glues, Brews and Goo

Friday, August 6, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Become a mad mixer and turn everyday substances into your own weird concoctions. You’ll create strange, gooey substances like oobleck, slime and super-bubble ooze!

Invention & Robotics

June 14 - 18 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Let out the inventor in you! Take apart machines to find out what makes them run. Learn about gears, circuits and magnetism as you build machines to take home. Explore the expanding world of robotics while you build your very own robot. Finish the week with a robot competition. This camp will use the latest in NXT robot technology.

Bubbling Beakers and Foaming Flasks

June 21 - 25 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Mad Scientists will mix up a good time in this camp full of crystals, potions and other wizardry. Experiment with the properties of matter and make chemical concoctions you can eat - if you dare!

Mission to Deep Space

July 12 - 16 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The universe awaits! Young astronomers will gaze into the mysteries of the cosmos using our Digital STARLAB and enjoy many out-of-this-world activities.

Quantum Leap

July 19 - 23 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Discover the secrets of light, energy, force and magnetism in this camp that will get you “up and atom”. Explore science in motion with hovercrafts, roller coasters and electromagnets. Physics makes the world go round - literally!

Bones, Body and Biology

July 26 - 30 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Explore human anatomy and biology through animal dissections and explorations. Discover what keeps your body ticking and how to keep it healthy. You’ll see your body in a whole new way.

Mythbusters

August 2 - 6 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Become a Mythbuster as you blow apart urban legends and popular beliefs. Use science & technology to test out your choice of myths and decide: are they plausible or BUSTED?

Introduction to LEGO Robotics
Become a part of the team! Using the basic principles of engineering and computer programming, campers will
cooperate to design, build, and program a robot, and modify their creations to perform different tasks. The last day of the camp includes an epic battle in several competitions. This camp will use the latest in NXT robot technology.
Note: Campers do not get to keep the robot.
Choose your week and time:
June 14 - 18, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
June 21 - 25,  8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
July 19 - 23,  8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
July 19 - 23, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
 

Advanced LEGO Robotics
August 2 - 6, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Based on the FIRST LEGO League, this is an advanced LEGO Robotics camp with a focus on more sophisticated
programming and more complex problem-solving. Campers will work in teams as they explore the future of transportation by programming their LEGO robots to safely drive a passenger around several obstacles while completing challenges. This camp will use the latest in NXT 2.0 robot technology.

Note: Campers do not get to keep the robot.

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Introduction to LEGO Robotics
June 21 - 25, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Become a part of the team! Using the basic principles of engineering and computer programming, campers will cooperate to design, build, and program a robot, and modify their creations to perform different tasks. The last day of the camp includes an epic battle in several competitions. This camp will use the latest in NXT 2.0 robot technology.
Note: Campers do not get to keep the robot.
 

Camp Video Maker
July 12 - 16, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Create your own movie or videogame. Campers will construct characters and stories as they progress from learning the drag-and drop programming method to writing their own commands. At the end of the week you can continue improving your program at home and let your friends watch your movie or play your videogame!

SK8R Science
July 26 - 30, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Carve out time this summer to learn the mechanics of skating. Using skateboarding as the springboard, put your “goofy-foot” forward as you dissect ollies, vert skating and all the other physics of fun on wheels. We’ll practice our new skills at the skateboard park in Fort Wayne. Each participant is required to provide their own skateboard and wear safety equipment, including helmet, wrist guards, elbow pads and knee pads. Call Science Central to ask about free safety equipment. Supplies are limited.

Advanced LEGO Robotics
August 2 - 6 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Based on the First LEGO League, this is an advanced LEGO Robotics camp with a focus on more sophisticated programming and more complex problem-solving. Campers will work in teams as they explore the future of transportation by programming their LEGO robots to safely drive a passenger around several obstacles while completing challenges. This camp will use the latest in NXT robot technology.
Note: Campers do not get to keep the robot.

Early Bird Special
Register for an entire week of camp by 5/1/2010 and choose to receive $10 off your registration or a free Summer Camp t-shirt per camper.

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To register, download and submit the Summer Program Registration Form.

For more information, contact 260-424-2400, Ext. 451.