Edge on Science | Children's STEM Summer Day Camp

• hands-on, project-based fun in applied science and engineering •

Catapult Engineering

“Catapult Engineering is non-stop, hands-on physics fun with a medieval flair.” —mom. Outside, teams build two trebuchets!

Super Science
Sampler

Children get to explore many branches of applied science and engineering through fun experimentation, demonstrations, games and challenges.

Hydraulics
Makerspace

Your child learns how a hydraulic system is used to transmit power and then builds model hydraulic machines!

Microscope
Adventures

Examine the world around us, up close, then borrow from nature to invent things. Biomimicry that is.

Bridge
Building

Inside, design, build & load test a take-home, model truss bridge. Outside, team-build four different bridges, including a suspension.

Drone &
Code

Learn how to code instructions for a drone. Deal with basic laws of motion. Let STEM take flight!

Summer Rocket
Blast Off

Design, build, test & fly your own model rocket. Use simulation software to test different designs, motors and flight conditions.

Space
Science

Immerse your child in a week of exploration, beginning with our own solar system, then our galaxy and beyond.

Whales
n’ Things

Dive into marine ecology. Explore the wonders of the seacoast and join a whale watch excursion.

3D Printing
& Design

3D print your own designs and learn about hydrogen fuel cell technology.

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