STEM Camps

Turning curious kids into happy campers

Summer Camp registration is now open!

Your kids will experience exciting new adventures every day when they join our seasonal STEM Camps. They will have a unique opportunity to explore and learn about the fascinating world of science in a fun and engaging way. With a variety of activities and programs, STEM Camps offer diverse and enriching experiences. 

Designed with a focus on inquiry and play, STEM Camps encourage children to investigate some of the most fascinating and exciting concepts in science. Your kids will have the chance to learn about everything from air pressure and electrical currents to life cycles and chemical reactions during their school breaks.  

To learn more about our program policies and FAQs, please click here. 

For more information, contact the Education Coordinator.

Summer Camps
June 2-August 8

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Accessibility

We are committed to providing a safe and educational experience for all campers. If you are interested in enrolling or have enrolled a camper who may need accommodations, please contact the Camp Manager to discuss the specific needs of your camper and strategies that would ensure that your camper has the most engaging experience possible. We also welcome Camper Aides but require all aides who attend camp to clear a background check before camp begins.

 

Upcoming Camps

Space Explorer

Pre-K - K

Mon, Jun 2 - -

Blast off on an exploration of our solar system and beyond. Discover what it is like to be an astronaut while investigating planets, moons and stars. TK-Kinder camps are designed for children ages 4–5. Campers must be able to use the restroom independently.

Pricing:

Members: $140 | General: $165 

STEM-tastic Camp Jun 2-6

Grade 1 - Grade 3

Mon, Jun 2 - -

Dive into the exciting realms of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Get creative with colorful art projects, experiment with cool chemistry concoctions, engineer your own amazing creations, and whip up delicious culinary delights. 

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370

Bubbles, Boats & Beyond

Pre-K - Pre-K

Mon, Jun 2 - -

Ahoy Mates! Explore buoyancy by building boats, investigating bubbles and perform other crazy water experiments.  

Pricing

Members: $120 | General: $150

Adult + Child

Science of Magic and Superheroes

Grade 1 - Grade 3

Mon, Jun 9 - -

Mix chemicals (safely!), perform super science spells and learn about the powers of superheroes. Discover how principles of friction, magnetism and gravity make superhuman feats possible.

Pricing:

Members: $310 General: $370

Junior Paleontologist

K - K

Mon, Jun 9 - -

Journey back in time to uncover the mysteries of the past as you dig for fossils, study rock formations and cast dinosaur bones. Discover the science of paleontology while building observation and organization skills. TK-Kinder camps are designed for children ages 4–5. Campers must be able to use the restroom independently.

Pricing:

Members: $140 | General: $165 

Magic for Muggles - Jun 9-13

Grade 4 - Grade 6

Mon, Jun 9 - -

The School of Wizardry is in session! Unleash your imagination and creativity while investigating the science behind potions, bubbling cauldrons, astronomy, magical creatures and more.

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370

Bugs, Rocks and the Wild - Jun 16-20

Grade 1 - Grade 3

Mon, Jun 16 - -

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

Maker Camp

Grade 4 - Grade 6

Mon, Jun 16 - -

Join the maker movement as you build, create and experiment with a variety of materials and tools. Just bring your imagination!

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370

Chemistry with a Bang

Grade 6 - Grade 8

Mon, Jun 16 - -

Explore the basics of chemistry through loud, colorful and shocking activities. Create chemical compounds, analyze acids and bases, make things glow and whip up a few “explosive” reactions.

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370

Energy and Forces

Grade 1 - Grade 3

Mon, Jun 23 - -

Hands-on projects let you learn about energy and forces. Build windmills, explore solar panels, create musical instruments and experiment with circuits and electromagnets.

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370

Fairy Tale Engineering

K - K

Mon, Jun 23 - -

Use your imagination and develop engineering skills as you design and build castles, vehicles, bridges or even flying contraptions. Get ready for a magical experience in planning and problem-solving. TK-Kinder camps are designed for children ages 4–5. Campers must be able to use the restroom independently.

Pricing:

Members: $140 General: $165

Magic for Muggles: Back to the Fleet

Grade 6 - Grade 8

Mon, Jun 23 - -

Welcome back to your second year of Wizarding! Unleash your imagination as you dive into Ancient Runes, Divination, and magical creature care. Plus, don’t miss the chance to compete in the Fleetster-Wizard Tournament! 

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370

Science, Art and Kitchen Fusion

Grade 1 - Grade 3

Mon, Jul 7 - -

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

Movie Magic

Grade 6 - Grade 8

Mon, Jul 7 - -

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 - -

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 - -

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

Bugs, Rocks and the Wild - Jul 14-18

Grade 1 - Grade 3

Mon, Jul 14 - -

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 - -

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 - -

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 - -

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

Women Scientists in Action

Grade 6 - Grade 8

Mon, Jul 21 - -

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 

STEM-tastic Camp Jul 28-Aug 1

Grade 1 - Grade 3

Mon, Jul 28 - -

Dive into the exciting realms of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Get creative with colorful art projects, experiment with cool chemistry concoctions, engineer your own amazing creations, and whip up delicious culinary delights. 

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370

Big Blue Ocean

Pre-K - Pre-K

Mon, Jul 28 - -

Investigate the murky depths of the deep blue sea including fantastic creatures, ocean chemistry and more.

Pricing:

Members: $120 | General: $150 

Adult + Child

Sensational Senses

K - K

Mon, Jul 28 - -

Use your five senses as you create squishy, slimy flubber, invent squeaky noise makers and sniff your way around this zany camp. TK-Kinder camps are designed for children ages 4–5. Campers must be able to use the restroom independently. 

Pricing:

Members: $140 | General: $165

Soaring Science

Grade 1 - Grade 3

Mon, Aug 4 - -

Fasten your seatbelt and get ready for takeoff! Explore the science of flight as you test airplane designs in a wind tunnel, fly high with kites, and launch stomp rockets into the sky. From paper planes to parachutes, discover what makes things soar!

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $730 

Magic for Muggles - Aug 4-8

Grade 4 - Grade 6

Mon, Aug 4 - -

The School of Wizardry is in session! Unleash your imagination and creativity while investigating the science behind potions, bubbling cauldrons, astronomy, magical creatures and more.

Pricing:

Members: $310 | General: $370

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Elementary school aged girl working on an experiment at the Fleet Science Center

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