Camp Discovery Summer of Science 2020 by MODS

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SUMMER OF SCIENCE 2020

ABOUT MODS MUSEUM OF DISCOVERY & SCIENCE (MODS) connects people to inspiring

science. Through hands-on fun science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) activities and exhibits, a visit to MODS inspires children to explore the world in novel ways.

THE FOUR PILLARS OF MODS ARE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION, environmental sustainability, health & wellness and physical science. We deliver programs, exhibits, labs and demos from preschool through careers.

MODS WELCOMES INDIVIDUALS FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE to visit, experience,

connect and discover inspiring science. We support all family structures, creating a culture of hospitality where diversity is celebrated. Our doors are open to everyone: individuals and families with physical and emotional disabilities and disparities in education, social and economic status. We embrace our truly diverse community of various ethnicities, religions, gender identification and sexual orientations. All are welcome here.

MUSEUM HOURS

Monday–Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. The Museum is open every day of the year, except for three days: Thanksgiving, one day for our Annual Wine, Spirits and Culinary Celebration (July 24, 2020) and one day in the fall for our Annual Gala (October 24, 2020.) For prices and tickets, please visit mods.org.

IMAX® THEATER HOURS

Monday–Saturday First show at 10 a.m. Sunday First show at 12 p.m. The AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater is open every day of the year. For showtimes and tickets, please visit mods.org/imax/showtimes.

CONTACT INFORMATION

General Information • 954.467.6637 IMAX Information • 954.463.4629 Employment • 954.713.0910 Exhibits/Programs • 954.713.0908 Group/School Sales/Camps • 954.713.0930 Membership • 954.713.0942 Sponsorship/Annual Giving • 954.713.0902 Volunteer • 954.713.0921 TTY phone 954.779.7219. In accordance with ADA of 1990, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in Museum activities should contact the Museum no later than 7 days prior to their visit.

AT CAMP DISCOVERY, WE’VE GOT

SUMMER FUN DOWN TO A SCIENCE!

WHEN SCHOOL’S OUT FOR SUMMER, CAMP DISCOVERY IS IN SESSION! Give your

child an unforgettable STEM experience at our summer camp program for children ages 6 through 12 (entering grades 1–6) and a specialized Ocean Explorers option for campers entering middle school (see page 8). Camp Discovery provides campers with interactive exploration, healthy choices/healthy lifestyle education, hands-on learning opportunities, including a weekly IMAX immersion for on-site five-day camps. Let the summer of science begin!

YOU OTTER BECOME A

MUSEUM MEMBER FOR GREAT SAVINGS!

EXPERIENCE SAVINGS. Become a member to save on camp and much

more! Our membership benefits are pretty scientastic. You’ll enjoy unlimited admission to all Museum exhibits for a whole year and receive discounts on camps, complimentary guest passes, IMAX film tickets, birthday parties and MaxFlight rides. Your membership also gets you 10% off Explore Store purchases of $5 or more, $25 off the Summer Savings Pass and $5 parking passes (available at the Museum box office). And, as a bonus, you get free admission to 360+ museums around the world! Join our Museum family today! Membership ID required.

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CAMP INFO CAMP DISCOVERY welcomes campers ages 6–12 (entering

grades 1–6). We’ve crafted the ultimate age-appropriate camp experience. Each group will be capped at 20 campers. Please be sure to book early, as these spots will fill up quickly!

PRICING INFORMATION 3-DAY CAMPS

June 3–5 Museum members: $150 Non-members: $175

5-DAY

June 8 – August 14 Museum members: $200 Non-members: $225

2-DAY

August 17–18 Museum members: $80 Non-members: $90

CAMPS

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Before and aftercare are available.

BOOK IN ADVANCE TO RECEIVE $10 OFF! MULTI-CHILD DISCOUNTS: Save $25 off total for each two-day, three-day or five-day camps. Multi-day camps cannot be prorated.

T-SHIRTS Campers are required to wear Camp Discovery

t-shirts. One FREE shirt will be included with registration for any multi-day camp, and additional shirts may be purchased for $10 at check-in or in advance through our guest experience department.

FIELD TRIPS A permission form will be required for field trips. CHECK IN (9:00 A.M.)

• Monday Only: Check In at the information desk

inside the Museum of Discovery and Science. Please allow extra time to sign in.

• Tuesday–Friday: Authorized parent or guardian will

be expected to sign in their child at registration using their Brightwheel code.

CHECK OUT (4:00 P.M. TO 5:00 P.M.)

• Each afternoon, check out begins at 4:00 p.m. on

the east side of the Museum outside at the bottom of the stairwell on SW 4th Avenue. Parents checking in or picking up a child between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. must go to the Information Desk. Parents picking up between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. must visit the Discovery Center.

• You must sign your camper out using your Brightwheel code.

• Only adults indicated on the Emergency Contacts section of the registration form will be allowed to check out a camper (NO EXCEPTIONS).

BRIGHTWHEEL is used for check-in/out and to communicate with parents throughout camp. This will allow you to add authorized adults to pick up/drop off, view photos throughout the day, and contact camp staff through text. Visit mods.org/summerrsvp for more information.

BEFORE (8:00–9:00 A.M.) & AFTERCARE (5:00–6:00 P.M.)

A daily fee of $5 is charged per child for before/ aftercare. An additional fee of $10 per child for each additional 5 minutes of care will be charged after 6 p.m. Parents checking in or picking up a child between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. must go to the Information Desk. Parents picking up between 5:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. must visit the Discovery Center.

LUNCHES AND SNACKS Campers may bring their own

bag lunch that does not require refrigeration or preorder a box lunch. One-day orders are not allowed. A simple snack will be provided twice a day and water is

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available at anytime. Campers may also bring snacks from home, especially if they have dietary restrictions including kosher.

BOX LUNCH INFORMATION MODS is pleased to offer our

campers a pre-ordered box lunch option through the Museum’s Elements Café. The full sandwich lunch box costs $8.00 per day and includes a sandwich, bag of chips, cookie and a juice pouch.

• Lunch orders must be placed one week prior to the

start of camp. Lunches cannot be purchased on the same day camp starts.

• Your child will receive YOUR selected sandwich

option daily for the length of camp. For example, if your child is signed up for a four-day camp and turkey sandwich is selected, he/she will receive a turkey sandwich box lunch on each of the four days of camp at a cost of $8.00 per day.

• Lunch orders cannot be changed once they’ve been processed.

• Sorry, no modifications can be made to lunch options. Visit mods.org/summerrsvp for lunch details.

WHAT TO WEAR AND WHAT TO BRING Campers must wear the

official Camp Discovery t-shirt with comfortable clothing that is suitable for indoors, outdoors, physical activity and getting dirty. Sneakers or closed-toe shoes are required.

• The IMAX theater and classrooms can be cold. Campers may want to bring a long sleeve shirt or hoodie.

• It is recommended that campers bring insect repellent and sunblock.

• A reusable water bottle will be provided by Camp Discovery.

• Please be sure your camper’s name is on everything they/he/she brings to camp.

WHAT NOT TO BRING Toys, electronics, cell phones, iPods

and other valuables should not be brought to camp. The Museum is not responsible for any personal items that are lost or stolen.

FRIDAY IS EXPLORE STORE DAY Campers will have an

opportunity to visit the Explore Store on Friday. If you’d like your child to visit the Store, please give them a small amount of money to spend when you drop them/him/ her off on Friday. Please make sure your child’s money is in an envelope with their name on it. If you select not to have them/him/her participate we will provide another activity for them/him/her. Campers will store their purchase in their cubby until they are signed out.

ACCESSIBILITY AND ACCOMMODATIONS Our goal is to make

Camp Discovery accessible to all. We welcome campers who may need accommodations if the child is accompanied by a caregiver and with proper notice. Please indicate your child’s needs on the online registration form, or contact our guest experience department at 954.713.0930 or email booking@mods.net for assistance.

ALLERGIES AND MEDICATIONS We strive for a safe camp

experience for every camper. Please note: Museum staff cannot hold or dispense any medication for campers. Please notify the Museum of any environmental or food allergies. With proper notice, accommodations can be made for students with allergies. The Museum is not an allergy-free facility.

CONTACTING YOUR CHILD If you have an emergency and need to contact your child during camp hours, call:

• Camp Director 954.467.6637 ext. 207 • Guest Experience Department 954.713.0930 PLEASE NOTE Camp fees and forms must be processed prior to your child participating in Camp Discovery.

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CAMP CALENDAR JUN

3–5 THREE-DAY CAMP

JUN

8–12 FIVE-DAY CAMP

JUN

15–19 FIVE-DAY CAMP

JUN

22–26 FIVE-DAY CAMP

Game On  What does it take to create a video game? Discover how S.T.E.A.M. is essential to the creative process of your favorite games like Minecraft and Fortnite. Be a videogame designer by creating your own virtual story and digitally bringing your game to life. Prepare for three full days of video game design while we learn the basics of computer graphics, writing storyboards, and game coding!

Chillin’ Like a Villain  Every story needs a great villain! From the Descendants to Darth Vader, join us this week as we discover the science behind your favorite villains. Investigate the science behind superhuman flight, flexibility, speed, and much more. Learn how to use a shrink ray and master your levitation skills. This camp is going to be a wicked good time!

GROUP NAMES Grades 1 & 2: Animators Grades 3 & 4: Designers Grades 5 & 6: Programmers

GROUP NAMES Grades 1 & 2: Rotten Apples Grades 3 & 4: Bad to the Bone Grades 5 & 6: The Dark Side

Born to be Wild (Kratts)    Channel your inner Kratt as we take a journey through the Animal Kingdom. Explore the wonderful world of animals this week as you personally meet many of the Museum’s residents. Touch a live alligator and learn how cold-blooded animals use solar energy to stay warm. Meet an arthropod and see why its exoskeleton is beneficial. Find out which marine animals can regrow broken limbs. Explore our newest exhibit Wild Kratts Creature Power!

Hogwarts Summer School    We are pleased to inform you that you have been accepted at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! Our first order of business? Get sorted and make your own wand. Then spend your week exploring the classes of Hogwarts, such as potions, herbology, and defense against the dark arts. Get ready for a week of bubbling potions, flying lessons, and much more!

GROUP NAMES Grades 1 & 2: Curious Critters Grades 3 & 4: Animal Ambassadors Grades 5 & 6: Zany Zoologists

GROUP NAMES Grades 1 & 2: House Elves Grades 3 & 4: The Chosen Ones Grades 5 & 6: Dumbledore’s Army

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JUN 29– JUL 3

FIVE-DAY CAMP

JUL

6–10 FIVE-DAY CAMP

JUL

6–10

JUL

13–17 FIVE-DAY CAMP

Makerspace: Trash to Treasure   Reduce, Re-Use, and Reimagine! We’ve added Renewable Resources to STEAM and this week will be all about renewable resources and fun ways to use them! Take a visit to our new Makerspace The Hangar and use tools and technology to discover fun and unique ways to turn your everyday trash into reusable treasures.

Mars 2020   Celebrate the Mars 2020 Rover launching with a week filled with space science fun! Discover the mysteries of the Red Planet. Find out how difficult it is to control a rover that is thousands of miles away as you and a teammate maneuver a rover through a martian obstacle course. Visit our StarLab planetarium and get your own personal tour of our amazing solar system.

Ocean Explorers FOR CAMPERS ENTERING MIDDLE SCHOOL Calling all marine scientists! See page 8 for more details.

Solve It!   Keep your eyes open for clues as we start this camp with a mystery and spend the entire week solving it. Follow in the steps of a CSI team. Learn about crime scene investigation techniques. Collect evidence, view hair and clothing fibers under microscopes, and analyze fingerprints and handwriting samples. Everyone loves a good mystery!

GROUP NAMES Grades 1 & 2: Eco-Explorers Grades 3 & 4: Conservation Crusaders Grades 5 &6: Environmental Engineers

GROUP NAMES Grades 1 & 2: Astro-tots Grades 3 & 4: Space Rangers Grades 5 & 6: Galaxy Gurus

FIVE-DAY CAMP July 6–10 July 27–31

GROUP NAMES Grades 1 & 2: JR Deputies Grades 3 & 4: Investigators Grades 5 & 6: Detectives

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CAMP CALENDAR JUL

20–24 FIVE-DAY CAMP

JUL

27–31 FIVE-DAY CAMP

JUL

27–31

AUG

3–7 FIVE-DAY CAMP

Kitchen Chemistry   Fun and Science are the main ingredients this week! Explore how chemistry, biology, and technology all play a part in the world of food and nutrition. Create edible juice bubbles, use chemistry to cook edible slime, and make your own solar ovens for some afternoon snacks. Put a cherry on top of your week with a walking field trip to a local shop to learn how fudge is made.

Summer Games  We’re celebrating the 2020 Summer Olympics this week! Learn how human and animal athletes alike use science to function under extreme conditions. Campers will compete in their own games and challenges including the MODS Robot Olympics.

Ocean Explorers FOR CAMPERS ENTERING MIDDLE SCHOOL Calling all marine scientists! See page 8 for more details.

Hogwarts Fantastic Beasts  Hippogriffs, Basilisks, and Dragons Oh My! Come discover the magic of the wizarding world and the creatures that live there. Learn about bats, owls, and other creatures that live and work in Hogwarts. Take a course in Care of Magical Creatures, dissect an owl pellet to discover what Hedwig’s been eating, and get an up-close and personal with the Museums own “Fantastic Beasts.”

GROUP NAMES Grades 1 & 2: Sweet Tooth Scientists Grades 3 & 4: Hungry Chemists Grades 5 & 6: Gourmet Engineers

GROUP NAMES Grades 1 & 2: Runners Grades 3 & 4: Cyclists Grades 5 & 6: Swimmers

FIVE-DAY CAMP July 6–10 July 27–31

GROUP NAMES Grades 1 & 2: Hedwig’s Crew Grades 3 & 4: Buckbeak’s Gang Grades 5 & 6: Aragog’s Squad

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AUG

10–14 FIVE-DAY CAMP

AUG

17–18 TWO-DAY CAMP

Wet ‘n’ Wild Florida  This week is all about Florida’s backyard! We’ll discover the wonders of the ocean and how it affects Florida’s Everglades and so much more. Explore the beauty and diverse wildlife that make our last frontier home. Find out why they rely on each other to keep our drinking water clean.

Mad Science: Time to Slime!  Camp discovery is going mad this week: mixing, measuring, and making a mess! We will be pushing the limits of creativity and encouraging dirty, messy, colorful science! Learn about physics and chemistry while creating giant fizzy works of art and make a new slime every day using crazy, different ingredients in our slime lab. We’re mad…I tell you…MAD!

GROUP NAMES Grades 1 & 2: Sea Turtles Grades 3 & 4: Wood Storks Grades 5 & 6: Bobcats

GROUP NAMES Grades 1 & 2: Mad Scientists Grades 3 & 4: Crazy Chemists Grades 5 & 6: Evil Geniuses

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OCEAN EXPLORERS FOR CAMPERS ENTERING MIDDLE SCHOOL

JULY

2020 FIVE-DAY CAMP

Ocean Explorers Calling all aspiring marine scientists! Explore coastal marine and coral reef ecosystems at Dania Beach. Conduct estuary and barrier island fieldwork. See the FAU ocean engineering and electronics labs, submarines and flow tunnels. Learn the natural history of sea turtles. Find out about marine science careers. Design, build and race a solar powered boat.

Museum members: $225 • Non-members: $250 Ocean Explorers does not offer before or aftercare. Campers must bring their own lunch each day.