HEADWATERS SCIENCE INSTITUTE

headwatersscienceinstitute.org/science-camp/truckee-summer-sciencecamp/ | (530) 426-3063

Budding scientists ages 5-13 will love the Headwaters Science Institute’s Truckee Young Scientist Exploration Camp. It hosts two sessions in August— one focused on water and one on animals and insects.

Campers will have the opportunity to explore the unique ecology of our area through hands-on science activities. They’ll take advantage of the Truckee Donner Land Trust’s new Truckee Springs park in Downtown Truckee, where they’ll connect with the landscape of the Sierra. The “Water” session teaches kids about water quality measures, macroinvertebrates, and so much more. The “Animals and Insects” session gives kids a chance to observe local wildlife and wildlife signs, learn about the diversity of insects, and more. Registration this year opened on February 1. If camps are full, you can join the waiting list.

Truckee Roundhouse

truckeeroundhouse.org | 530-582-4007

Ceramics, sewing, upcycling - all of your favorite Roundhouse Kids Camps are back this year. All camps are open to kids ages 8-11 and the cost is $295 per 5-day session, with 20% off for Roundhouse Members.

In Ceramics Camp, students learn to use clay as both a functional and artistic medium. Lessons are geared around learning the different stages of clay, hand building, and wheel throwing techniques, along with surface treatments and glaze application. June 19-23 or August 14-18.

For their Sewing/Textiles Shop Camp, students learn the basics of machine sewing, serging, hand sewing, pattern use, and construction. Projects are designed to encourage individual creative design, practice problem-solving skills, and build confidence. Perfect for kids who are new to sewing or interested in building their skills. July 10-14 or August 14-18.

Not sure which to choose? Truckee Roundhouse is also offering a one-week combined Sewing and Ceramics Camp August 7-11.

Roundhouse even offers an Upcycled Makers Camp! Students creatively reuse and recycle – learning basic construction principles and how to safely use tools, all while expressing their creativity and learning problem-solving skills. Instruction includes the use of hot glue guns, drills, drivers, fasteners, wire, and hand tools. The importance of upcycling, recycling, and how to reduce the consumption of plastics is emphasized. Offered July 24-28.