SCIENCE CAMP
Ages 8-12
that group for the entire session during the special interest hour.
Wet and Wonderful Water The USGS welcomes the campers to their beautiful 100 + acre campus, offering the opportunity to meet scientists and participate in fun hands-on experiments. 302130104 Mon-Fri 8:45 am - 3:45 pm United States Geological Survey Campers will… Experience a daily combination of in-class discovery and exploration, outdoor games and physical activities. Be able to touch, see, hear, smell and taste what science is really all about. Meet with the USGS guest scientists and learn about careers in science. Have hands-on nature activities, sports, games, crafts, music, drama and swimming. Have a counselor to camper ratio of 1:6 for three camp sessions, two weeks each in length. Camp Shirts: $8/10 (Youth/Adult), required daily. Transportation: Available… see page 66 for details Extended Care: Available… see page 66 for details
Dive into a week of water exploration! Learn about where our water comes from, investigate the different types of water pollution, and use cutting-edge technologies to purify water. Field trips to Great Falls, and a local water treatment plant. Session 1 6/18-6/29 $462 $517
Rock – It Science
What good are rocks? Explore the exciting world of rocks, minerals, and fossils thru fun hands-on experiments and a visit from a USGS scientist. Learn how volcanos, rockslides, and earthquakes impact us in everyday life. This session includes a visit to a local cavern. Session 2 7/2-7/13 No camp July 4; fee prorated. $416 $465
The Sky’s the Limit
Have you ever wondered why sometimes you can see the moon during the day? Are you interested in exploring how satellites work? Look to the sky as we use a calendar, a watch, and the sun to find out how to navigate and tell time. The sky’s the limit as we visit some far off places. Session 3 7/16-7/27 $462 $517
Special Interest Activities: Campers have the opportunity to participate in music, drama, Mr. Wizard, journalism, and recreation/sports. We will be providing you a Special Interest Form prior to your first day of camp. Pick and rank your top three choices and bring the form with you on the first day of the camp session. The counselors will assign the special interest activities on Day One, and you will be with TO FIND PROGRAMS AND EVENTS, USE THE INDICATED ACTIVITY NUMBER
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