The New Detroit Science Center will offer seven unique camp
experiences, including six all-new camp programs and the popular
Science Sampler Camp for children entering grades 1 � 6 (children
must be age 6 by Nov. 30, 2004). Five-day camps for budding young
scientists include:
Science Camps:
- Science Sampler
June 21 - 25
Discover five areas of science all in one unique camp! Campers will explore
physical, space, life, earth and technology sciences through hands-on
activities, workshops and more.
- Robots and Rockets
June 28 - July 2
Experiment with rockets and Newton�s Laws of Motion. Make and launch your
own model rocket. Learn how robots are used, why they are important to us
and what the future holds for this technology. Learn how to program a robot
to perform simple tasks.
- Water, Water, Everywhere
July 12 - 16
Discover how area residents get their water. Learn about wetlands. Find out
about the different plants and animals that live in our watershed. Field
trips will take us water testing. Girl Scouts can earn their Water Drop
Patch at the conclusion of this camp.
- Explore Your World
July 19 - 23
Dig into the Earth and look up into the sky. Explore the unique weather and
geology of Michigan. Create instruments to measure weather conditions.
- E is for Ecology
July 26 - 30 Develop an awareness of the different habitats that animals occupy and man�s
effect on those environments. Learn how we can improve the environment
through recycling and habitat restoration. Create a habitat to take home.
- Conservation Station
August 2 - 6 Learn about native wildlife. Discover the different ways that water and soil conservation take place.
Take a field trip to natural areas. Cub Scouts can earn their Conservation Badge at the conclusion
of this camp.
- Ideas and Inventions
August 9 - 13 Build bridges, towers and other structures. Discover the basic principles of levers, pulleys and gears. Examine forces and the basic principles of construction. Experiment with machines and understand how they help us with our daily tasks.
All camps for children entering grades 1 - 6 will feature exploration in our five exhibit laboratories, IMAX� Dome Theatre films, Dassault Syst�mes Planetarium shows, hands-on classroom programs, outdoor habitat exploration and walking trips to nearby cultural institutions. Schedule
and Fees:
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Monday - Friday |
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Extended Hours |
8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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5-Day Camp |
Extended Camp |
A.M. OR P.M.
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A.M. AND
P.M. |
Science Center Members |
$150 per week |
$10 |
$20 |
Non-Members |
$175 per week |
$10 |
$20 |
How to register
1.
Select camp week.
2. Register by phone: 313.577.8400,
Option 5.
3. Credit cards accepted at time of
registration. (MC, Visa or Am. Express)
4. Checks may be mailed and made
payable to:
The New Detroit Science Center
Summer Science Camps
5020 John R Street
Detroit, MI 48202
5. Registration and payment must be received two weeks prior to camp date. Registration is not guaranteed until full payment is received.
Camp Notables
- Please notify us if your camper
has any physical condition, limitation, allergy or special
dietary needs of which we should be aware.
- All sales final and
non-refundable.
- Programs based on availability
� first come, first served! Register today!
- Lunch, snacks and a camp
t-shirt are included in the camp fee.
Questions?
Call Camp Reservations:
(313) 577-8400, Option 5.
E-mail:
camps&[email protected]
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