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Science Summer Camps In Peters/Upper St Clair and South Hills
Eco Explorers hands-on STEM & environmental science summer camps in the South Hills
Looking for something super fun to do over summer break? Check out Eco Explorers summer programs near you!
Jr Geologist
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Are you mad for minerals, crazy for crystals, frenzied for
fossils? You belong among the Jr. Geologists! During an action-packed
week designed for the geo-enthusiast, we’ll grow glowing crystals, crack
giant geodes, recreate volcanic eruptions, and unravel the mysteries of
rocks and minerals with the tools of professionals. We’ll put your
skills to the test to identify real rubies and emeralds among fakes,
make a cast of a trilobite fossil and even travel back in time to pan
gold! Together, we’ll discover more about Pittsburgh’s fascinating
prehistoric history and crack local ancient rocks to find fossils that
haven’t seen the
light of day for millions of years!
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Jr Geologist @ St Louise de Marillac School in Upper St. Clair: June 26-30
Offered on the following weeks:
Mon June 26 - Friday June 30 9:00-12:00pm (3 hr day). Students entering grades 2-6. $170/student
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Ecosystems Scientist
During an epic week of environmental adventures, we’ll explore the world’s biomes: deserts, rainforests, tundra and more! We’ll discover which animals call our areahome and which poisonous, edible or medicinal plants might be found in your own backyard! We’ll learn some wilderness survival skills and techniques that an ecosystem scientist might use in the field and we’ll use cool color-changing chemical tests to discover the secrets of soil. Get ready to explore the amazing life forms found in fresh and saltwater, to peer through microscopes, and to devise solutions to challenges like creating an anti-venom for a mock snakebite!
Jr Geologist & Ecosystems Science @ Chartiers Valley Primary School: July 17 – 21 & July 24-28
Offered on the following weeks:
ECOSYSTEM SCIENCE Mon July 17- Fri July 21 12:30-3:00pm (2.5 hr day) Students entering grades 3 – 7. $155 per student.
JR GEOLOGIST Mon July 24- Fri July 28 12:30-3:00pm (2.5 hr day) Students entering grades 3 – 7. $155 per student.
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