McWane Science Center Full-Day Camps

Out of this World (Monday – 3/27/23)
The countdown has begun to October’s solar eclipse. Launch your space exploration with a trek to camp McWane, as we explore the outer reaches of our solar system and beyond.

Spring into Science (Tuesday – 3/28/23)

Explore all the different ways you can be a scientist! From chemistry to physics to biology, we’ll
leap into experiments about everything science.

History Hoppers (Wednesday – 3/29/23)
Travel back in time to experience scientific history in the making. From the ingenious engineering of the modern world to the days when dinosaurs walked the earth, this is one history lesson you won’t soon forget.

Mathmagicians (Thursday – 3/30/23)
From card tricks to bizarre bubbles, our world is full of magic – and math! Using more than just numbers, learn how math can open these arcane secrets, so you too can be a mathmagician.

What’s the Buzz? (Friday – 3/31/23)
This is the date to pollinate. The sting of winter is over, and the McWane hive is abuzz over the coming spring. You won’t bee-lieve the science behind out nectar-loving friends, and the plants that depend on them.

Full-Day Camp: Grades 4–6

Shocking Science (Monday – 3/27/23)
We’re positive that young scientists will be attracted to this camp. They’ll charge into electrical engineering experiments, from building real, working electronics to seeing what half a million volts really looks like.

High-Tech Heroes (Tuesday – 3/28/23)
Robots will assemble and gadgets are a go in this camp, dedicated to making the most of technology. See how our mechanical cohorts can assist us in preparing for the future.

Keen on Genes (Wednesday – 3/29/23)
McWane Really Needs Assistance in our genetics activities – can you help us unravel the mysteries of DNA and heredity?

CSI: Egg Hunt (Thursday – 3/30/23

You may have hunted eggs before, but now the stakes are higher than ever. Lay into forensic science to crack this unsolved case and scramble to victory.

Green-gineering (Friday – 3/31/23)
Join us as we try to solve environmental challenges as Green-gineers! Put your creativity to the
test and devise your own solutions to help make a difference for our planet.