STEM Camps

Movie Magic

Grade 6 - Grade 8

Mon, Jul 7 - Fri, Jul 11 2025, 9am - 4pm

Look behind the scenes to see how filmmakers use science in special effects. Use the principles of sound to become a Foley artist and create practical effects with engineering, ingenuity, and biology to understand how zombies and monsters might occur.

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370

Earth, Sky & Beyond

Pre-K - Pre-K

Mon, Jul 7 - Fri, Jul 11 2025, 9:15 - 11:15am

Take a trip with us! Start by looking at rocks and rock formations here on Earth. Then investigate the sky with weather instruments. Finally, venture into space to explore the solar system.

Pricing:

Members: $120 | General: $150

Adult + Child

Ocean and Land Habitats

K - K

Mon, Jul 7 - Fri, Jul 11 2025, 12 - 4pm

Dive into the wonders of both land and sea as we explore amazing habitats and how animals have adapted to thrive in each unique environment! From the deepest oceans to the tallest mountains, discover the wild and wacky ways creatures survive, and get hands-on with fun, interactive activities that bring these habitats to life! TK-Kinder camps are designed for children ages 4–5. Campers must be able to use the restroom independently. 

Pricing:

Members $140 | General: $165

Science, Art and Kitchen Fusion

Grade 1 - Grade 3

Mon, Jul 7 - Fri, Jul 11 2025, 9am - 4pm

Explore the exciting connections between science, art, and everyday life. Discover the science behind common household items and materials, then unleash creativity by crafting masterpieces inspired by biology, physics, math, and engineering. 

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370

Bugs, Rocks and the Wild - Jul 14-18

Grade 1 - Grade 3

Mon, Jul 14 - Fri, Jul 18 2025, 9am - 4pm

Grab your binoculars and safari hat—we are off to explore bugs, rocks and the wild! This nature camp in the great outdoors includes an optional bug-tasting activity.

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370

Astronaut Adventure: Mars Rover

Grade 4 - Grade 6

Mon, Jul 14 - Fri, Jul 18 2025, 9am - 4pm

Work with your team to design and land a rover on an uncharted planet. Compare Mars to Earth, explore the obstacles NASA experts face, and dive into the science behind building a future home beyond our world. Work with your team to design and land a rover on an uncharted planet. Compare Mars to Earth, explore the obstacles NASA experts face, and dive into the science behind building a future home beyond our world. 

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370

Extreme Earth

Grade 1 - Grade 3

Mon, Jul 21 - Fri, Jul 25 2025, 9am - 4pm

Explore the exciting worlds of paleontology and geology. We will uncover the dynamic earth processes that have created fossils, rocks and minerals. And we will investigate earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis and other natural phenomena.

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370

Culinary Science

Grade 4 - Grade 6

Mon, Jul 21 - Fri, Jul 25 2025, 9am - 4pm

Explore the science behind the flavors in your food! In this fun, hands-on camp, food lovers will experiment with edible science. Learn how butterfly pea tea changes colors, test your taste buds, discover the science of tortillas, and dive into the chemistry of cooking. From taste perception to yeast starters, natural dyes, and more.  

Please note: This camp is not suitable for children with food allergies.

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370

Gadgeteers & Innovators: The Robotics Challenge

Grade 4 - Grade 6

Mon, Jul 21 - Fri, Jul 25 2025, 9am - 4pm

Step into the exciting world of robotics and coding! Meet real engineers and tech pros, tour UC San Diego’s cutting-edge campus, and design, build, and battle your own bots in hands-on challenges.  
Campers will enjoy a private tour of the UC San Diego campus and dive into hands-on activities that build skills in AI innovation, teamwork, design thinking, and strategic planning. Whether you're new to robotics or ready to compete, this camp is your launchpad into the future of tech! At UCSD.

Pricing:

Members: $700 | General: $750

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STEM Forward: Design for Tomorrow

Grade 6 - Grade 8

Mon, Jul 21 - Fri, Jul 25 2025, 9am - 4pm

Get inspired by the real-world possibilities of science and innovation! In this immersive camp, upper elementary and middle school students meet STEM professionals and dive into hands-on experiments while exploring careers in biology, engineering, technology, medicine, and more.  
Campers will get a private campus tour of UC San Diego, participate in interactive, hands-on activities related to each career field, and discover how their curiosity and creativity can shape the future. Whether your camper dreams of designing apps, researching wildlife, or launching rockets, this camp offers a thrilling journey into what’s possible when science meets passion. At UCSD

Price:

Members: $700 | General: $750

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Women Scientists in Action

Grade 6 - Grade 8

Mon, Jul 21 - Fri, Jul 25 2025, 9am - 4pm

This extravaganza for young female and female-identifying scientists lets you explore the wonders of science and discover the amazing potential within you. With a dive into a different field of science each day, you will do hands-on experiments, interact with local women scientists and explore the exciting STEM careers that await you.

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370