Camps & Classes Catalog 2012 by OMSI

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science camps & Classes

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This is your guide to unique hands-on learning opportunities that will encourage your whole family to stretch the limits of imagination, adventure, and possibility. Thank you for your support of OMSI Camps & Classes programs. We are proud to be a Northwest resource that encourages people of all ages to reach their full potential and we look forward to seeing you in the coming year!

TAB LE OF CONTENTS Spring Break Camps & Classes 3 Camps

Welcome!

At-A-Glance

5–7

Sites & Program Types

8–9

Camps Descriptions

Sample Packing List & Daily Schedule

Frequently Asked Questions

10–27

Classes

Welcome! At-A-Glance

Classes Descriptions

Frequently Asked Questions

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Registration Information

Information

Camps & Classes Registration Form

63–64

Family & Adult Camps Registration Form

65–66

Financial Aid Application

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LEGO ® E x t r e m e !

Spend your Spring Break at Hancock Field Station and learn about everything from fossils in the sedimentary rock formations around camp to the galaxies we see through our telescopes at night! We’ll spend the day exploring canyons, identifying wild plants and animals, and singing songs around the campfire at night.

Back by popular demand! This class combines all of the best activities from our summer LEGO classes, including building trebuchets, cranes, and constructing the strongest LEGO structure possible. Join us for a fun–filled week!

GRADES 4–8

GRADES 2–3

member/ date location nonmember mar. 26–30

hancock field station

$515/$565

catalog # 964SB326

member/ date location nonmember mar. 26–30 omsi

$275/$325

catalog # 412le326om

LEG o r o b o t i c s Design and program your own LEGO robot throughout the week while learning about LEGOS and gaining new programming skills. At the end of the week you can show your family and friends your newly designed robot.

GRADES 4–5 member/ date location nonmember mar. 26–30 omsi

$275/$325

catalog # 414lR326om

S SCIENCE C I E N C E CAM C A MP PS S

O V E R NIG H T SCIENCE CAMPS 2012 banff provincial park

OMSI Science Camps offer the perfect combination of science, adventure, activity, and treasured summer camp traditions. Over the last 50 years, thousands of kids

SAN JUAN ISLANDS

have grown up with memories of the summers they spent learning about science, exploring nature, and making friends. OMSI is accredited through the American

OLYMPIC NATIONAL PARK

Camp Association and offers the most affordable comprehensive science camp experience on the West Coast.

MT.RAINIER national park

OMSI Science Camps take place in beautiful settings ranging from the mountains to the coast to the desert. Campers may sleep under the towering redwoods in California, raft a river in central Oregon, backpack through an alpine forest, or

CAMP KIWANILONG

search for whales in the San Juan Islands. Our camps offer hands-on educational activities—along with campfire songs, swimming holes, and s’mores. It’s a perfect

WALLOWA MOUNTAINS

OMSI

way to gain outdoor skills and develop an enthusiasm for lifelong learning, as well as curiosity and respect for the natural world. Our caring, professional staff make our camps a special experience for every

HANCOCK FIELD STATION

JOHN DAY FOSSIL BEDS

THREE SISTERS wilderness

camper. We typically provide one staff member for every seven campers, ensuring plenty of individual attention. Instructors are science educators with college degrees and experience in the natural sciences, field-study techniques, and

STEENS MOUNTAIN

outdoor skills. They’re assisted by college- and high-school-age counselors who have experienced our camps firsthand. All OMSI overnight science camps are accredited by the American Camp Association.

REDWOODS STATE AND NATIONAL PARKS

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SPRING

25–29

JULY 2–6

9–13

16–20

AUGUST 23–27

30–8/3

6–10

13–17

20–24

27–31

FALL

FAMILY AND ADULT CAMPS Coastal Family Getaway

Camp Kiwanilong

5/25–5/28

Memorial Day at Hancock

Hancock Field Station

5/25–5/28

Hancock Family Weekend

Hancock Field Station

Labor Day at Hancock

Hancock Field Station

Junior Survival

Hancock Field Station

Hancock Explorers

Hancock Field Station

Coastal Explorers

Camp Kiwanilong

10/12–10/14

7/27–7/29

CAMPS FOR GRADES 2–3

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8/31–9/3

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LOCATION

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JUNE CAMP TITLE

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SPRING

3/26–3/30

25–29

JULY 2–6

9–13

16–20

AUGUST 23–27

30–8/3

6–10

13–17

CAMPS FOR GRADES 4–5 Spring Break at Hancock

Hancock Field Station

Hancock Naturalists

Hancock Field Station

Fossils & Geology

Hancock Field Station

Reptiles & Amphibians

Hancock Field Station

Orca Camp

San Juan Island

Towering Trees & Tide Pools

Redwoods nat’l & STATE Parks

Desert Survival

Hancock Field Station

Lewis & Clark Naturalists

Camp Kiwanilong

Astronomy Camp

Hancock Field Station

Spring Break at Hancock

Hancock Field Station

Herpetology Field Study

Hancock Field Station

Oregon Shores

central Oregon Coast

San Juan Wildlife Adventure

San Juan Island

Lower Deschutes Rafting

Buck Hollow to Heritage Landing

Redwoods Ecology

Redwoods nat’l & STATE Parks

San Juan Field Study

San Juan Island

VOLCANOES & caves field study

Lava Beds nat’l monument

CAMPS FOR GRADES 6–8

Olympic Coast Adventure

Olympic peninsula

Paleontology Field Study

Hancock Field Station

Astronomy Camp

Hancock Field Station

Steens Backpack

Steens mountain

Broken Top Backpack

Three Sisters Wilderness

Marine Wildlife

Camp Kiwanilong

Hancock Adventure

Hancock Field Station

Wilderness Survival

Hancock Field Station

Teen Girls Backpack

Three Sisters Wilderness

Three Sisters Backpack

Three Sisters Wilderness

3/26–3/30

7/2–7/7

8/13–8/18

7/9–7/14

20–24

27–31

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SPRING

25–29

2–6

6/25–6/30

7/2–7/7

9–13

16–20

23–27

30–8/3

6–10

13–17

20–24

CAMPS FOR GRADES 9–12 Grande Ronde Master Rafters

Minam to Troy

Documentary Explorers

Redwoods nat’l & STATE Parks

Leadership In Training

Hancock Field Station or Camp Kiwanilong

Grande Ronde Survival

Minam to Troy

Paleontology Research Team

Hancock Field Station

OMSI Ambassadors

Hancock, Redwoods

Canadian Rockies Backpack

Banff Provincial Park, canada

San Juan island Research Team

San Juan Island

Mt. Rainier Research Team

Mt. Rainier National Park

Astronomy Camp

Hancock Field Station

Wallowas: Oregon's Alps

Eagle Cap Wilderness

27–31

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LOCATION

AUGUST

Hancock field Station

camp kiwanilong

7/16–7/21

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JULY

7/22–8/4

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camp kiwanilong

hancock field station

With lush coastal forests, tide pools, and serene sandy beaches, it’s easy to

Hancock Field Station is situated within the John Day Fossil Beds National

observe wildlife in and around Camp Kiwanilong. The combination of young forest,

Monument. We’ll discover ecologically diverse fossils, meet the resident birds

lakes and ponds, and some surviving old-growth Sitka spruce creates a haven for

of prey, learn about desert wildlife, climb the rock wall, and learn all about ort.

wildlife including deer, elk, beaver, otter, coyote, and osprey. The rich cultural heritage

We’ll stroll through desert canyons as the Sun rises, view crystal-clear nights

of the area, including Fort Stevens and Fort Clatsop, the Peter Iredale shipwreck,

through a telescope, and much more. Every hike in the area offers breathtaking

and numerous Native American historical sites offer students a chance to explore

views, animal sightings, and a glimpse into the geological past.

some of the most important events in Oregon’s history. Hancock’s facility is well-equipped but rustic. Campers will sleep in A-frame cabins Camp Kiwanilong, located next to Fort Stevens State Park, has miles of trails,

with mattresses and electricity. Both men’s and women’s bathrooms have hot and

a freshwater lake, microscope laboratory, and water quality testing equipment.

cold running water. Outhouses are available for water conservation.

There are rustic cabins, a centrally located bathroom and shower house, and a log lodge.

san juan island redwoods national and state parks

San Juan Island in northern Washington has it all: seals, sea lions, and orcas;

Camp out among Redwoods that are 2,000 years old and grow over 300 feet tall!

geology; and a diversity of habitats seldom seen in such a small area. Travel by

Marvel at these towering giants located in northern California just a few miles inland

ferry to San Juan Island, a relatively dry island where even a cactus can grow.

from the Pacific coast. Hike along clear streams, visit pristine tide pools, and explore

We’ll explore the island and surrounding waters by hiking coastal trails and boating.

sandy beaches and rocky intertidal areas; calm coastal waters; incredible glacial

estuaries. Prowl the acres of natural prairies that provide habitat for black-tailed deer and Roosevelt elk.

Camp in OMSI’s tent facility (we provide the tents) at San Juan Island National Historic Park and live among the wildlife. The tent facility includes portable restrooms and an

All programs use Wolf Creek Education Center, which is located three miles from the

outdoor dining tent.

Pacific Ocean in the Redwoods National and State Parks. Wolf Creek has a lodge with a modern kitchen, dining and meeting areas, a natural history learning center, and restrooms. Rustic cabins sleep 16 and are close to the shower house and restrooms.

sites & program types family and adult camps

OMSI backpacking trips provide campers with the unique opportunity to explore areas

Family and adult camps are designed with varied activities to accommodate differ-

not easily reached on a day trip. Each trip has a science and environmental education

ent abilities: everything from a lengthy hike to a close-to-camp exploration perfect

focus. In addition to learning about their natural surroundings, campers gain skills

for small children and the less active. These programs are open to all ages (an adult

needed to spend time in the backcountry. We’ll cover basic skills such as setting up

must accompany children) including families, single adults, couples without children,

tents, cooking, and properly treating water; and follow Leave No Trace guidelines to

and grandparents. Fees are per person and include accommodations, food, program

minimize our environmental impact.

instruction and equipment. Children ages three to six are half-price, and children two and under are free!

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backpacking trips

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Campers will also learn wilderness navigation and have the chance to put their skills to the test throughout the week! Food and group gear are provided. Participants need to bring their own tent, sleeping bag, sleep pad, backpack, dishes, and clothing. Trip itineraries are subject to change based on snow and fire conditions. Most programs include five to seven miles of hiking each day.

traveling camps New scientific discoveries are happening all over Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. Our traveling camps focus on learning scientific concepts and making observations, as well as self-discovery and personal growth. With a mobile base, our traveling

Rafting programs

programs are led by professional outdoor educators and include visits to sites on

There’s nothing quite like rafting Oregon’s rivers with experienced staff who under-

rich perspective of the diversity of Northwest ecosystems.

the coast, in the Cascades, and/or in the high desert, allowing campers to gain a

stand and love to share the diversity of riparian areas along our state’s beautiful rivers. Depending on the trip, you may travel down the Deschutes or Grande Ronde.

Experience hands-on science, enjoy breathtaking landscapes, make new friends and

Trips are filled with fun, adventure, and time to better understand the surrounding

create lasting memories on a road trip across Oregon in a 15-passenger van. We prepare

environment. Campers experience life on the river by day and camping along the

all meals as a group and all the food is provided. Camping gear and outdoor equipment

banks by night. We prepare all meals as a group and all the food is provided. Camping

are required. These trips are mobile and require travel. We either stay at OMSI sites or

gear and outdoor equipment is required. Be prepared to see magnificent terrain and

camp along the way.

a wonderful array of wildlife!

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Spend a weekend at OMSI’s Pacific Marine Science School. Enjoy ecology and marine biology activities appropriate for all ages and all weather. Hike in the forest, canoe on the lake, and walk along the beach to see what the tide brings. Rain or shine, we’ll play games, sing songs, and end each night by the fire!

Spend the weekend with us at Hancock Field Station where we’ll explore the canyons of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument in search of fossils and wildlife! Fill your days with exciting activities led by our instructors and your evenings with discussions about astronomy and fun around the campfire!

member/ date location nonmember

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MAY 25–28

Camp Kiwanilong

$215/$265

95FCF525

OCT. 12–14

Camp Kiwanilong

$155/$205

95Fcf1012

July 27–29 Hancock Field Station

$155/$205

catalog # 96FHF727

LA B O R D A Y AT H ANCOCK

MEMO R IAL D A Y AT H ANCOCK

Join us at Hancock Field Station where we’ll spend the weekend learning about the geologic history of the John Day Fossil Beds. Instructor-led hikes will be available each day and our lapidary facility will be open for guests of all ages to learn about how thunder eggs form and then polish stones of their own! We’ll also take a trip to Richardson’s Agate Ranch to find some beautiful rocks to polish.

Spend three exciting days at Hancock Field Station learning about everything from astronomy to paleontology with your entire family! OMSI instructors will lead hikes for all ages on the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, exploring the canyons for fossils and observing wildlife. At night, we’ll stargaze and sing songs around the campfire!

member/ date location nonmember

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MAY 25–28 Hancock Field Station

96Fmh525

Aug. 31–Sept. 3 Hancock Field Station

$215/$265

catalog # 96FLH831

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$215/$265

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COASTAL FAMIL Y GETAWA Y

CA M PS

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G R A D ES 2 – 3

H ANCOCK EXPLO R E R S

Use your senses to explore the Oregon coast with OMSI. Look for critters in the freshwater lakes, touch a sea anemone in a tide pool, listen to the waves on the beach, taste a berry from the forest, and smell the smoke from a campfire at the end of the day. The cabins at Camp Kiwanilong will be our home as we spend our days hiking, swimming, and paddling canoes.

Welcome to the best of Hancock Field Station! Hike the local trails, learn about desert plants, view animals in their natural environment, explore rock formations, learn survival skills, climb the rock wall, discover the stars, and get your hands on animal skulls, bones, rocks, minerals, and fossils!

member/ date location nonmember

Aug. 20–24

Camp Kiwanilong

$515/$565

catalog # 952CE820

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COASTAL EXPLO R E R S

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July 16–20 Hancock Field Station

$515/$565

962HE716

Aug. 6–10 Hancock Field Station

$515/$565

962HE806

J U NIO R S U R V I V AL Come spend the week at Hancock and learn basic skills to survive in the wilderness! Hike the trails near camp and study how plants and animals have developed adaptations to survive in the desert. Learn how to build shelters, find safe drinking water, and which plants can be used for food, medicine, and tools.

member/ date location nonmember July 9–13 Hancock Field Station

$515/$565

catalog # 962JS709

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grades 4–5

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AST R ONOM Y CAMP Learn about the Moon, other planets, and the Sun. Expand your mind with discussions about black holes and neutron stars, and at night, use telescopes to get a closer look at other galaxies and nebulae. (Viewing opportunities are weather-dependent, but in Central Oregon, clear skies are the norm.)

Discover ways that living organisms (including humans) have survived in the desert for thousands of years! We’ll learn how to make fire using natural materials, catch drinking water from the air, identify wild edible plants found around camp, and navigate using the stars.

member/ date location nonmember

Aug. 13–17 Hancock Field Station

D ESE R T S U R V I V AL

$515/$565

catalog # 964AC813

July 30–Aug. 3 Hancock Field Station

$515/$565

catalog # 964DS730

G R A D ES 4 – 5

CA M PS

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FOSSILS & GEOLOG Y

member/ date location nonmember July 2–6 Hancock Field Station

$515/$565

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Explore the canyons around Hancock Field Station to find clues about the ancient rainforests of Oregon! We’ll identify the plant and animal species that existed millions of years ago and unlock the mysteries of Oregon’s past. We’ll also take a trip to the town of Fossil and dig up samples to bring home.

catalog # 964FG702

H ANCOCK NAT U R ALISTS Join us to learn about desert ecology, explore the local trails, develop survival skills, view wildlife, explore various rock layers, climb the rock wall, learn about the stars, and get your hands on animal skulls, bones, rocks, minerals, and fossils!

member/ date location nonmember June 25–29 Hancock Field Station

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$515/$565

catalog # 964HN625

G R A D ES 4 – 5

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LEWIS & CLA R K NAT U R ALISTS Members of the Corps of Discovery needed skills in canoeing, fire building, navigation and observation to help their leaders travel and record data. During this week, we’ll visit Fort Clatsop to learn more about Lewis and Clark, and practice those skills while exploring the lakes and forests within a day’s hike of our cabins at Camp Kiwanilong.

Orcas and porpoises, calm water for canoeing, coastal hiking trails—San Juan Island in northern Washington has it all! Camp in our tent facility at San Juan Island National Historic Park, and study the ecological and cultural history of San Juan Island.

member/ date location nonmember

Aug. 6–10

O R CA CAMP

Camp Kiwanilong

$515/$565

catalog # 954LC806

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July 23–27 Aug. 20–24

San Juan Island San Juan Island

$575/$625 $575/$625

954OC723 954OC820

Aug. 27–31

San Juan Island

$575/$625

954OC827

G R A D ES 4 – 5

Learn about this fascinating group of animals, including: lizards, snakes, turtles, tortoises, frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts. We’ll seek out different species of reptiles and amphibians found in the wilderness areas around camp.

member/ date location nonmember July 9–13 Hancock Field Station

$515/$565

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R EPTILES & AMP H I B IANS

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catalog # 964RA709

TOWE R ING T R EES & TI D E POOLS The coastal redwoods cannot live without the daily fog that comes in from the sea, but that’s not the only way that these ecosystems are interrelated. The cabins at Wolf Creek Education Center are home for the week as we explore the old growth forests, banana slugs, search tide pools for sea slugs, and discover connections between land and ocean.

member/ date location nonmember

July 23–27 Redwoods National & state parks

$515/$565

catalog # 954TT723

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grades 6–8 AST R ONOM Y CAMP

B R OKEN TOP B ACKPACK

Have you ever wanted to look through a telescope? You can! Join us at Hancock Field Station in Central Oregon on a search for glowing nebulae and distant galaxies. Observe sparkling star clusters and the rings of Saturn. During the day, we will design moon landers, discuss aliens, and conquer gravity on the climbing wall. (Viewing opportunities are weather-dependent, but in Central Oregon, clear skies are the norm.)

Backpack into the Cascades to explore geologic forces and alpine ecosystems. We’ll circumnavigate Broken Top, a volcano near the Three Sisters that’s more than 300,000 years old. We’ll learn about – and practice – low-impact camping techniques, wilderness survival skills, and how to navigate using a map and compass. Participants should be in good physical condition.

member/ date location nonmember

Aug. 6–10 Hancock Field Station

$515/$565

catalog # 966AC806

Aug. 13–17 Three Sisters wilderness

$565/$615

catalog # 956BT813

G R A D ES 6 – 8

H E R PETOLOG Y FIEL D ST U D Y

This program offers the best of Hancock Field Station! Explore local trails, desert ecology, and the local geology. Climb the rock wall, learn about astronomy, and discover new things about reptiles and amphibians. Develop survival skills and view wildlife. Get hands-on experience with animal skulls, bones, rocks, minerals, and fossils.

Join us on a naturalist’s adventure seeking out Northwest reptiles and amphibians. Learn all about where to find these sometimes-misunderstood animals, how to identify them, their behavior, and the remarkable role they play in the ecosystem.

member/ date location nonmember

Aug. 20–24 Hancock Field Station

$515/$565

catalog # 966HA820

June 25–July 6 Hancock Field Station

$815/$865

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H ANCOCK A D V ENT U R E

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catalog # 966HF625

(Mon. thru following Fri.)

LOWE R D ESC H U TES R AFTING

MA R INE WIL D LIFE

Raft the lower section of the majestic Deschutes River. We’ll spend our days exploring the ancient basalt flows exposed by the river, observing osprey and great blue herons, and running class I-III rapids. At night, we’ll camp out under the stars and learn about the riparian ecosystem. Rafting experience is not necessary.

Exploring the marine life off the coast is a tour through the layers of the ocean - from the deep-sea vents to the rocky tide pools. We will dissect squid and search for invertebrates in the tide pools. We’ll also observe rookeries of pelagic birds, visit sea lions, and dissect sharks and fish in order to understand the web of life that depends on our ocean waters.

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member/ date location nonmember

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Aug. 13–17

956MW813

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location

July 9–13 Buck Hollow to Heritage Landing July 23–27 Buck Hollow to

nonmember

catalog #

$565/$615

966LD709

$565/$615

966LD723

Camp Kiwanilong

$515/$565

Heritage Landing

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G R A D ES 6 – 8

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OL Y MPIC COAST A D V ENT U R E

O R EGON S H O R ES

Grab your rain gear! Exploring the Olympic Peninsula is about understanding a balance of elevation versus water. Between the meadows carved out by glaciers, the valleys of temperate rainforests, and the tide pools in the ocean, we’ll find connections between geology and the adaptations of the local plants and animals.

The habitats of the Oregon coast are diverse in how they were formed and in how life there has adapted. Compare and contrast the estuaries, the rocky tide pools and the sandy dunes of Oregon’s shores. We will camp in state parks near each ecosystem during this traveling program.

member/ date location nonmember

July 30–Aug. 3 Aug. 20–24

Olympic Peninsula Olympic Peninsula

$575/$625 $575/$625

catalog # 956OC730 956OC820

July 2–6

Central Oregon Coast

PALEONTOLOG Y FIEL D ST U D Y Discover paleontology at Hancock Field Station! Take a closer look at the fossils found in the different units of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument and determine what life was like here millions of years ago.

member/ date location nonmember July 30–Aug. 3 Hancock Field Station

$515/$565

catalog # 966PF730

$575/$625

catalog # 956OS702

G R A D ES 6 – 8

SAN J U AN FIEL D ST U D Y

The redwoods are the cornerstone species of the coastal forests in Northern California. While staying in cabins at the Wolf Creek Education Center, we’ll visit misty old growth forests, rocky beaches, and sunny meadows to investigate the connections between the health of these trees and the entire regional ecosystem.

People flock to San Juan Island for its scenic beauty and wildlife, but here’s a chance to see things more closely than most tourists. We’ll spend two weeks exploring, researching, and monitoring this stunning island, and work closely with the National Park Service on cooperative research projects.

member/ date location nonmember

July 9–14 Redwoods National & State parks

$525/$575

catalog # 956RE709

(Mon. thru Sat.)

July 9–20

San Juan Island

$825/$875

catalog # 956SF709

(Mon. thru following Fri.)

SAN J U AN WIL D LIFE A D V ENT U R E

STEENS B ACKPACK

San Juan Island encompasses a variety of habitats, with great biodiversity. We’ll search out shorebirds and raptors, sea and land mammals, native animals and the introduced red foxes and English rabbits. We’ll camp all week in our tent facility at San Juan Island National Historic Park.

Go east to the remarkable Steens Mountain, which overlooks the Alvord Desert. This is one of the most beautiful parts of Oregon and one that few Oregonians have ever seen. Learn about the strange geology of the basin and range, wilderness survival skills, and orienteering. Participants should be in good physical condition.

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catalog #

member/ date location nonmember

July 2–7

San Juan Island

$585/$635

956SW702

San Juan Island

$585/$635

956SW813

(Mon. thru Sat.)

Aug. 13–18

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R E D WOO D S ECOLOG Y

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Aug. 6–10

Steens Mountain

$565/$615

catalog # 956SB806

(Mon. thru Sat.)

O M S I O V E R N I G H T S C I E N C E c a m p s a re a ccre d ite d b y the Americ a n C a m p Associ a tion .

G R A D ES 6 – 8

SC IENC E

CA M PS

F O R M O RE D E T AILE D IN F O RMA T I O N AN D PA C KING LI S T S VI S I T O M S I . E D U / C AMP S - S Y LLA B I

TEEN GI R LS B ACKPACK Join an all-girl crew trekking through the stunning alpine scenery of central Oregon’s Three Sisters Wilderness Area to study volcanic geology and alpine ecology. Traverse high mountain passes, hike through glacial valleys, and search for signs of elusive alpine wildlife. We’ll learn to use low-impact camping techniques and wilderness survival skills. Participants should be in good physical condition.

member/ date location nonmember Aug. 27–31 Three Sisters wilderness

$565/$615

catalog # 956TG827

T H R EE SISTE R S B ACKPACK Travel along the Pacific Crest trail in the Three Sisters Wilderness Area and explore glacially carved lakes and moraines. Learn about the effect alpine glaciers have had on the landscape, and the geology of the Cascades. Learn and practice low-impact camping, wilderness survival skills, and orienteering with a map and compass. Participants should be in good physical condition.

member/ date location nonmember Aug. 27–31 Three Sisters wilderness

$565/$615

catalog # 956TS827

G R A D ES 6 – 8

CA M PS

F O R M O RE D E T AILE D IN F O RMA T I O N AN D PA C KING LI S T S VI S I T O M S I . E D U / C AMP S - S Y LLA B I

v o l c a n o e s & c av e s f i e l d s t udy

member/ date location nonmember july 16–20

lava beds national monument

$515/$565

SC IENC E

Clues to the volcanic history of the Cascades are found both above and below ground. We’ll camp one night at Crater Lake National Park and three nights at Lava Beds National Monument. We’ll hike the local formations and discover the processes that built Northwest’s craters, cinder cones, and underground lava tubes.

catalog # 956VC716

WIL D E R NESS S U R V I V AL Can you survive in the wilderness? Join us for camping, hiking, fire–making, orienteering, animal tracking and behavior, shelter building, and more! You’ll develop intermediate survival skills and learn about the local ecology, including which plants are edible and which ones to leave alone.

member/ date location nonmember

catalog #

Aug. 20–24 Hancock Field Station

966WS820

O M S I O V E R N I G H T S C I E N C E c a m p s a re a ccre d ite d b y the Americ a n C a m p Associ a tion .

$515/$565

grades 9–12

CA M PS SC IENC E

AST R ONOM Y CAMP Study the Universe with OMSI. Practice locating star clusters and galaxies with a telescope, then take your new skills to one of the largest astronomy events in the country: The Oregon Star Party. We will camp out for two nights with hundreds of astronomers under the crystal-clear skies of Central Oregon. (Viewing opportunities are weather-dependent, but in Central Oregon, clear skies are the norm.)

This backpacking adventure in the Canadian Rockies will have you hiking in alpine meadows, marveling at majestic and craggy peaks that tower above blue-green glacial lakes, and looking for signs of bear, bighorn sheep, and moose. Campers will need to be in excellent physical condition, and have some previous backpacking experience. Campers will need a passport to cross the border into Canada.

member/ date location nonmember

Aug. 13–17

CANA D IAN R OCKIES B ACKPACK

Hancock Field Station

$535/$585

catalog # 969AC813

July 30–Aug. 10

Banff Provincial Park,

(Mon. thru following Fri.) Canada

$825/$875

catalog # 959CR730

G R A D ES 9 – 1 2

G R AN D E R ON D E MASTE R R AFTE R S

Work with a team to create a documentary. OMSI’s partnership with NW Documentary is your chance to film on location, interview an expert, record a narration and edit it all to make a short film. Stay in the cabins at Wolf Creek Education Center, and premiere the films for our friends in the Redwoods National and State Parks.

Spend the week with us on the exciting and scenic Grande Ronde River in northeastern Oregon. We’ll spend our days learning river-rafting skills, watching for bald eagles, and running class I-III rapids. In the evening, we’ll work together to set up camp and prepare meals as a group. Rafting experience is recommended but not required.

member/ date location nonmember

catalog #

June 25–30 Minam to Troy

$575/$625

969GM625

$575/$625

969GM702

July 9–20 Redwoods naTIONAL & State Parks

(Mon. thru following Fri.)

$825/$875

catalog # 959DE709

SC IENC E

D OC U MENTA R Y EXPLO R E R S

CA M PS

F O R M O RE D E T AILE D IN F O RMA T I O N AN D PA C KING LI S T S VI S I T O M S I . E D U / C AMP S - S Y LLA B I

(Mon. thru Sat.)

July 2–7 Minam to Troy (Mon. thru Sat.)

G R AN D E R ON D E S U R V I V AL Become a survivalist while rafting the breathtaking Grande Ronde River with us! We’ll learn how to identify wild edible plants, find safe drinking water, and build shelter, all while enjoying the excitement of running class I-III rapids on the river! Rafting experience is not necessary.

member/ date location nonmember July 16–21 Minam to Troy

$575/$625

catalog # 969GS716

(Mon. thru Sat.)

O M S I O V E R N I G H T S C I E N C E c a m p s a re a ccre d ite d b y the Americ a n C a m p Associ a tion .

G R A D ES 9 – 1 2

SC IENC E

CA M PS

F O R M O RE D E T AILE D IN F O RMA T I O N AN D PA C KING LI S T S VI S I T O M S I . E D U / C AMP S - S Y LLA B I

LEA D E R S H IP IN T R AINING Gain the skills and judgment to lead a group safely through outdoor activities. Campers will participate in activities designed to foster leadership skills, and the group will work together as a whole to plan a weekend campout. The Hancock Field Station program will have an additional emphasis on Paleontology and Oregon natural history, while the Camp Kiwanilong program will focus on tidal ecosystems.

member/ date location nonmember July 9–20 Hancock Field Station

catalog #

$815/$865

969LT709

$815/$865

959LT813

(Mon. thru following Fri.)

Aug. 13–24

Camp Kiwanilong

(Mon. thru following Fri.)

MT . R AINIE R R ESEA R C H TEAM Join OMSI naturalists and professional scientists as we investigate the status of butterflies and other indicator species throughout Mt. Rainier National Park. In this breathtaking wilderness, we’ll camp out and collect butterfly specimens in the high alpine meadows to do population studies. Explore and learn about turbulent waterfalls, alpine lakes, and moraines.

member/ date location nonmember

catalog #

Aug. 6–17 Mt. Rainier National Park

959MR806

(Mon. thru following Fri.)

$815/$865

G R A D ES 9 – 1 2

PALEONTOLOG Y R ESEA R C H TEAM

Travel around the Pacific NW with students from Japan! Ambassadors have the unique opportunity to act as tour guides to American culture. We’ll go camping, hiking, tour the California Redwoods, and have adventures along the way! Ambassadors must be mature, friendly, and helpful. They should also enjoy camping and have an interest in other cultures.

Think you have what it takes to be a paleontologist? In this program based out of Hancock Field Station, we’ll explore fossil sites in search of new specimens, work with actual paleontologists, and discover the secrets of Oregon’s past.

member/ date location nonmember

July 22–Aug. 4 Hancock, Redwoods

$815/$865

catalog # 969OA722

(sun. thru following sat.)

July 16–27 Hancock Field Station

$815/$865

catalog # 969PR716

(Mon. thru following Fri.)

SAN J U AN ISLAN D R ESEA R C H TEAM

WALLOWAS : O R EGON ’ S ALPS

Combine an island getaway with scientific research! Spend two weeks with OMSI naturalists exploring, researching, and monitoring the ecosystems of San Juan Island. We’ll camp in our tent facility at San Juan Island National Historic Park and work closely with the National Park Service on cooperative projects. Each camper will participate in small teams to choose a topic, design an experiment, and conduct an observational research project.

Backpack into the Wallowa Mountains, the peaks known as “the Alps of Oregon”. Practice modern orienteering, learn to use minimum-impact camping techniques, and explore the cultural and natural history of the area. This trip is an amazing opportunity for anyone interested in both natural history and wilderness skills. Participants should be in good physical condition.

member/ date location nonmember

catalog #

Aug. 20–25 Eagle Cap Wilderness

959WA820

July 30–Aug. 10 (Mon. thru following Fri.)

SC IENC E

OMSI AM B ASSA D O R S

CA M PS

F O R M O RE D E T AILE D IN F O RMA T I O N AN D PA C KING LI S T S VI S I T O M S I . E D U / C AMP S - S Y LLA B I

San Juan Island

$825/$875

catalog # 959SR730

$565/$615

(Mon. thru sat.)

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SC IENC E

CA M PS

SAMPLE PACKING LIS t & d a i l y s c h e du l e s a mp le packi n g li s t CLOT H ING*

sample da ily s ch e dul e

Long-sleeved shirts

6:30 a.m.

Long pants

7:00 a.m. General camp wake-up

T-shirts

7:30 a.m.

Breakfast

9:00 a.m.

Field activities

Raincoat and pants or poncho

(Lunch included)

Broad-brimmed hat for sun protection

2:00 p.m. REST & RELAXATION

Synthetic or wool socks

3:30 p.m. Interest groups

Boots or tennis shoes (well-fitting, broken-in, & waterproof)

5:00 p.m. Recreation and free time

Warm jacket

E Q UI P MENT *

Day pack to carry lunch and field gear

2 Water bottles or canteens

Sunscreen and lip balm with SPF

6:00 p.m.

Optional morning walk

Dinner

7:15 p.m. Evening activity 8:30 p.m.

Campfire

9:15 p.m. Return to cabins/prepare for bed 9:30 p.m. Lights out

O P TIONAL* Camera

Binoculars (highly recommended)

Field guides (birds, insects, rocks and minerals, etc.)

Sunglasses

NOTE: These packing lists and schedules are only examples and will vary with each site, age group and program. A confirmation packet will be emailed or mailed to you two weeks prior to the start of your program. Please be sure to read the confirmation packet thoroughly for a more up-to-date schedule and packing list.

A small amount of money (t-shirts $10; hooded sweatshirts $25)

* Please label all items with camperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name 28

How o l d do e s my c hi l d ne e d to be t o att e nd camp?

Ca n students receive scho o l credit for atte n d in g an O MSI s c ie n c e c amp?

The grade level listed for each program refers to the grade a camper will enter in Fall 2012. Activities are planned for specific grades, and campers will benefit from being with their own grade level. Please note: children must be a minimum age of 6 and a maximum age of 18 to attend 2nd–12th grade camps.

OMSI’s camps are designed to be highly educational, as well as active and fun. We will provide a certificate for successful completion of the science camp program that lists the number of hours of instruction provided. This letter can be submitted to the camper’s school, along with the course syllabus from the confirmation packet, to request school credit. Please check with your school regarding their credit policy.

How do we ge t t o c am p? Transportation is provided from Portland for 2nd–12th grade camps and is an important part of the getting-acquainted process. In most cases, buses leave OMSI at 7:30 a.m. on Monday and arrive back to OMSI at 5:00 p.m. Friday. Programs that differ from these departure and arrival times will be noted in the confirmation packet. If necessary, parents can drop their children off at camp or meet the bus at designated places en route by making arrangements in advance. Your confirmation packet will contain an alternate transportation form that must be completed and faxed to Program Sales and Registration prior to camp (fax: 503 239 7800). For family and adult camps, you will be responsible for providing your own transportation to camp. How i s yo u r s t af f s c re e ne d ? OMSI Science Camps are accredited by the American Camp Association. All staff go through an extensive interview and reference check process. Criminal background checks are performed on every employee and volunteer, which includes a review of the national sex offenders registry and a fingerprint check against the national database and the databases of seven western states. How a re your i ns t ruc t ors t raine d? All of our instructors have a minimum of 48 hours of program-specific training. They also have 80 hours of Wilderness First Responder training and certification, possess lifeguard certification, and commercial driver licenses with passenger endorsements. What i s yo ur s t aff t o s t ud ent rat io? A 1:7 staff to student ratio will be adhered to while your child is at camp. Do yo u h ave i ns uranc e? A limited health insurance policy covering all participants is provided by OMSI and is included in the total cost of all programs. What a bo u t m e al s? Food is provided for all OMSI camps. Professional cooks and kitchen staff design and set menus that support nutrition and health. Vegetarian options are always available, and special dietary concerns, such as lactose intolerance or food allergies, are accommodated with advance notice. OMSI staff is not responsible for campers’ dietary choices while at camp. On occasion, participants will provide and prepare their own meals as they relate to specific program activities.

SC IENC E

CA M PS

f r equ e n t ly asked questions

Ca n I ca ll a nd/o r write my child a t c amp? We ask that you do not call your child at camp, nor encourage him or her to call you. This often increases homesickness. In most cases, our counselors are able to interest the child in the exciting activities at camp and the homesickness disappears. You can send mail to most camps, however, it is wise to mail it the day before your child leaves home to ensure it arrives during the camp week. Camp addresses will be included in your confirmation packet. Mail with a return address and first class postage that arrives after the child has left will be returned. Please do not mail money or snacks. Campers in San Juan Islands, Redwoods, and traveling programs are not able to receive mail. Wha t if my child left so m ething a t c amp? Lost and found items with names and phone numbers will be held at OMSI for two weeks following each camp. Please label all gear with participant’s name and phone number. Please call 503 797 4545 immediately after camp to arrange for their return. Unclaimed items will be donated to charity after two weeks. We are not responsible for lost or stolen property. Wha t if my child is no t feeling well b efore le av in g for c amp? If your child is ill please do not send them to camp. Please call the registration office at 503 797 4661 to let them know your child will not be arriving for departure. Do yo u offer after ca re? After care (4:00–6:00 pm) is available at OMSI on the last day of camp (except weekends). Pre–pa i d ra tes • $7 per child • Available only at time of registration Dro p–i n ra tes • $10 per child (cash or check only) • $1 per minute late fee after 6:00 p.m. Is there fina ncia l a id ava ila ble? Yes. Submit a financial aid application (p. 67) and registration form (p.63–64) accompanied by 1) a letter of interest from the applicant, 2) a letter of recommendation from a teacher or adult mentor, and 3) a $75 deposit per camp. All applications must be submitted at least one month prior to start of camp. See p. 62 for more information.

O M S I O V E R N I G H T S C I E N C E c a m p s a re a ccre d ite d b y the Americ a n C a m p Associ a tion .

C L A S SE S SC IENC E

D A Y TIME SCIENCE CLASSES 2012

VANCOUVER

CAMAS

HILLSBORO

Understanding science is essential to understanding our

world. In OMSI Science Classes, kids investigate, invent,

PORTLAND

experiment, interpret, theorize, discover, and share what

ALOHA

BEAVERTON

young people, and most are Oregon or Washington

LAKE OSWEGO TIGARD

state-certified teachers. Staff members are well trained

6TUALATIN

in developing kid-focused programming and share a passion

for inspiring students to explore, understand, and appreciate SHERWOOD

the wonders of science.

GRESHAM

Our instructors have extensive experience working with

OMSI

using their minds.

HAPPY VALLEY

MILWAUKIE 61

CLACKAMAS

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5 6

GLADSTONE

WEST LINN

OREGON CITY

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oregon museum of science and industry 1945 SE Water Ave., Portland, OR 97214

robinwood station 3706 Cedar Oak Dr., West Linn, OR 97068

Portland Community College at Water Ave. 1626 SE Water Ave., Portland, OR 97214

w.e. miller elementary 300 NW Crosby Dr., Bend, OR 97701

CONESTOGA MIDDLE SCHOOL 12250 SW Conestoga Dr., Beaverton, OR 97008

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they learn with others. Most importantly, kids have fun

We look forward to welcoming you this year!

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JULY 25–29

2–6

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16–20

AUGUST 23–27

7/30–8/3

6–10

13–17

20–24

27–31

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DinoMites

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P.E.T.S. Pet Education Training School

Let's Invent

Sandbox Geology

Kitchen Chemistry

Birds, Beaks, & Bugs

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At the Seashore

C L A S SE S

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CLASSES FOR GRADES 2–3 Cool Concoctions

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Hit the Road

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Seaweed, Snails, & Gray Whale Tails

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3-2-1 Blast Off!

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PCC

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PCC

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CMS/WEME

Computer Explorations

PCC

OMSI

OMSI Animation

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Crazy Constellations

CMS

PCC

Engineer This

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Cooking Up Science

Can You Dig It?

RWS OMSI

Dinosaur Discoveries

URban Farming

CMS

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RWS

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CMS OMSI OMSI

PCC

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locations key omsi oregon museum of science and industry 1945 SE Water Ave., Portland, OR 97214

RWS robinwood station 3706 Cedar Oak Dr., West Linn, OR 97068

pcc Portland Community College at Water Ave. 1626 SE Water Ave., Portland, OR 97214

WEME w.e. miller elementary 300 NW Crosby Dr., Bend, OR 97701

cms cONESTOGA MIDDLE SCHOOL 12250 SW Conestoga Dr., Beaverton, OR 97008

SP R ING B R EAK CLASSES

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JUNE 18–22

JULY 25–29

2–6

9–13

16–20

AUGUST 23–27

7/30–8/3

6–10

20–24

27–31

Games Galore

OMSI

Hit the Road

OMSI

OMSI Animators Reunion

OMSI

Mission Through Space

CMS

Rock Hounds

OMSI

Flight Team

CMS

Natural Disasters

OMSI

OMSI Animation

OMSI

Science School of Wizardry

CMS

Write a Moving Story

OMSI

OMSI PCC

CMS

CMS PCC

OMSI PCC

Academy of Engineering: LEGO Robotics

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Ocean floor to Seashore

CMS

Rockets Away

CMS

Web Design

PCC

Bridge Building & Portland Bridges

CMS

OMSI CMS

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PCC

OMSI PCC RWS

PCC

PCC PCC

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Academy of Engineering: Simple Machines

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Renewable Energy

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Academy of Engineering: Gear Trains

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CMS

Hit the Road: Sports!

Academy of Engineering: LEGO Mania Extreme

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Biking Portland

OMSI

DigiGirls Web World

OMSI

Academy of Engineering: Principles of Science

OMSI

Games Galore II

OMSI

Expedition Northwest

omsi oregon museum of science and industry 1945 SE Water Ave., Portland, OR 97214

rws robinwood station 3706 Cedar Oak Dr., West Linn, OR 97068

pcc Portland Community College at Water Ave. 1626 SE Water Ave., Portland, OR 97214

WEME w.e. miller elementary 300 NW Crosby Dr., Bend, OR 97701

cms cONESTOGA MIDDLE SCHOOL 12250 SW Conestoga Dr., Beaverton, OR 97008

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JUNE 18–22

JULY 25–29

2–6

9–13

16–20

AUGUST 23–27

7/30–8/3

6–10

13–17

20–24

27–31

CLASSES FOR GRADES 6–8 Hit the Road

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OMSI Animators Reunion

OMSI

Academy of Engineering: da Vinci & da Lego

OMSI

Biking Portland

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FSI: Forensic Science Investigator

PCC

CMS

Games Galore

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Ocean Odyssey

CMS

Academy of Engineering: LEGO Robotics

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Academy of Engineering: Mechanical Engineering

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Write a Moving Story

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Academy of Engineering: Architecture & Cities

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Master Chemist

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PCC

PCC OMSI

CMS OMSI

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Academy of Engineering: LEGO Mania Extreme

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Hit the Road Plus!

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Space Flight

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Web Design

PCC

DigiGirls Web World

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Media Mania

PCC

Flash Cartoons & Diaries

PCC

Games Galore II

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Overnight Bike Touring Adventure

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locations key omsi oregon museum of science and industry 1945 SE Water Ave., Portland, OR 97214

rws robinwood station 3706 Cedar Oak Dr., West Linn, OR 97068

pcc Portland Community College at Water Ave. 1626 SE Water Ave., Portland, OR 97214

WEME w.e. miller elementary 300 NW Crosby Dr., Bend, OR 97701

cms cONESTOGA MIDDLE SCHOOL 12250 SW Conestoga Dr., Beaverton, OR 97008

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kindergarten & grade 1

C L A S SE S SC IENC E

AT T H E SEAS H O R E

B I R D S , B EAKS , & B U GS

Dive into oceanography! Kids make waves as we explore how land and water come together at the seashore. We’ll take a close-up look at sand and the fascinating variety of seashells that can be found along the Oregon shore and elsewhere. We’ll investigate fish, whales, and other mysterious creatures of the sea and walk inside a model of a 50-foot whale. Includes an exciting field trip to the Stellar Cove exhibit at the Oregon Zoo!

Can all birds fly? Is a bald eagle really bald? Where do insects live? How are a spider and an ant different? Kids become amateur entomologists and ornithologists as we explore creatures of air, land, and pond. We’ll visit the Oregon Zoo’s insect and avian residents, make bird feeders, and learn how to invite beneficial and beautiful wildlife into our own backyards.

member/ date time location nonmember catalog #

JUNE 25–29 AM

OMSI

$165/$185

41KAS625OM

AUG. 6–10 AM

OMSI

$165/$185

41KBB806OM

JUNE 25–29 PM

OMSI

$165/$185

411AS625OM

AUG. 6–10 PM

OMSI

$165/$185

411BB806OM

JULY 2–6 AM

OMSI

$132/$148

41KAS702OM

OMSI

$132/$148

411AS702OM

JULY 23–27 AM

OMSI

$165/$185

41KAS723OM

JULY 23–27 PM

OMSI

$165/$185

411AS723OM

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

JULY 2–6 PM (NO CLASS JULY 4)

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K i n d e r g a r t e n & Gr a d e 1

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S K – 1 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 – 1 1 : 3 0 AM O R 1 : 3 0 – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

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SC IENC E

Learn about dinosaurs by piecing together dinosaur puzzles and digging for bones like a paleontologist. What colors were dinosaurs, how did they move, and did they care for their young? Discover how scientists figure out the answers. Includes a field trip to OMSI’s Earth Science Hall. member/ date time location nonmember catalog # JUNE 25–29 AM

Conestoga

$165/$185

41KDM625BS

JUNE 25–29 PM

Conestoga

$165/$185

411DM625BS

JULY 30–AUG. 3 AM

OMSI

$165/$185

41KDM730OM

JULY 30–AUG. 3

OMSI

$165/$185

411DM730OM

k i t c h e n c h e m i s t ry This edible chemistry adventure is delicious fun! Kids will explore science concepts as we make muffins and “munch, munch” more. We’ll take a visit to the OMSI Chemistry Lab; discover the strange substance produced when mixing cornstarch and water; and learn the difference between a tablespoon, a teaspoon, and other measurements. NOTE: Please consider any food allergies before enrolling in this class. member/ date time location nonmember catalog # JULY 23–27 AM conestoga

$165/$185

41KKC723BS

JULY 23–27 PM conestoga

$165/$185

411KC723BS

JULY 30–AUG. 3 AM

OMSI

$165/$185

41KKC730OM

JULY 30–AUG. 3 PM

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$165/$185

411KC730OM

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C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S K – 1 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 – 1 1 : 3 0 AM O R 1 : 3 0 – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

let’s invent! Investigate how inventions work, visit OMSI’s Turbine Hall for inspiration, and become an inventor! We supply guidance and creative materials; kids use their imaginations to design and build their own wild creations. Parents are invited to the “Invention Convention” on the last day of class. member/ date time location nonmember catalog # JULY 2–6 AM

OMSI

$132/$148

41KLI702OM

OMSI

$132/$148

411LI702OM

JULY 9–13 AM

OMSI

$165/$185

41KLI709OM

JULY 9–13 PM

OMSI

$165/$185

411LI709OM

JULY 23–27 AM

OMSI

$165/$185

41KLI723OM

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

JULY 2–6 PM (NO CLASS JULY 4)

JULY 23–27 PM

OMSI

$165/$185

411LI723OM

Conestoga

$165/$185

41kli73obs

JULY 30–AUG. 3 PM

Conestoga

$165/$185

411LI730BS

AUG. 6–10 AM

OMSI

$165/$185

41KLI806OM

AUG. 6–10 PM

OMSI

$165/$185

411LI806OM

JULY 30–AUG. 3

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

K i n d e r g a r t e n & Gr a d e 1

p e t e d u c at i o n t r a i n i n g s c h o o l Learn about different kinds of pets—from ants to zebra finches and everything in between. Students study the care of pets and discover which animals may not make good ones! Includes a field trip to the Oregon Zoo.

Where do rocks come from? Why are some rocks heavy and some light? Can a rock really float? Learn about the layers of the Earth and the variety of rocks found in our area. Kids sort and identify minerals to compile a take-home rock collection and may even find a pet rock of their very own!

member/ date time location nonmember catalog #

JUNE 25–29 AM

OMSI

$165/$185

41KPT625OM

JULY 16–20 AM

OMSI

$165/$185

41KSG716OM

JUNE 25–29 PM

OMSI

$165/$185

411PT625OM

JULY 16–20 PM

OMSI

$165/$185

411SG716OM

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

SC IENC E

s a n db o x g e o l o g y

p. e .t. s .

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S K – 1 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 – 1 1 : 3 0 AM O R 1 : 3 0 – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

grades 2–3

C L A S SE S SC IENC E

3 - 2 - 1 B LAST OFF !

CAN Y O U D IG IT ?

Count down to adventure with real rockets. Discover fun facts about the history of space rocketry. Design and build your own rocket, launch it, and learn how to track a rocket’s flight. This class is a blast!

Why do volcanoes erupt? Make one and watch it explode. Why does the Earth shake? Dig into this geologic adventure and find out. Enjoy a trip to Mt. St. Helens! You’re sure to take home at least one prehistoric treasure of your very own. Also includes a trip to the Rice Museum in Hillsboro and a visit to OMSI’s Earth Science Hall.

member/ date location nonmember

catalog #

JUNE 25–29

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

412BO625BS

AUG. 6–10

OMSI

$275/$325

412CD806OM

JUNE 25–29

W.E. MILLER

$275/$325

412BO625BD

AUG. 13–17

OMSI

$275/$325

412CD813OM

JULY 9–13 PCC

$275/$325

412BO709PC

JULY 16–20

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

412BO716BS

JULY 23–27

OMSI

$275/$325

412BO723OM

JULY 30–AUG. 3

OMSI

$275/$325

412BO730OM

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

grades 2–3

COOKING U P SCIENCE

Be creative with computers! Design your own t–shirt, compose electronic music, create a virtual car, make art, and more. We’ll go on a field trip to Free Geek, a nonprofit community organization that recycles used computer parts in amazing ways. This is a hands–on class for students at all levels of computer knowledge.

This program builds on our popular Kitchen Chemistry class for grades K–1. Cooking Up Science presents more complex chemistry concepts and features the science involved in cooking. This class also highlights the science of nutrition. Note: Please consider any food allergies before enrolling in this class.

member/ date location nonmember

catalog #

JUNE 25–29 PCC

$275/$325

412CE625PC

JULY 16–20

JULY 2–6 PCC

$220/$260

412CE702PC

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

SC IENC E

COMP U TE R EXPLO R ATIONS

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 2 – 3 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

catalog #

OMSI

$275/$325

412CS716OM

AUG. 6–10

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

412CS806BS

AUG. 13–17

OMSI

$275/$325

412CS813OM

COOL CONCOCTIONS Create Flubber and slime. Make ice cream and cookies. Grow crystals and create your own paper and dyes. Mix, measure, and pour chemicals in combinations that will amaze you and your friends. After this class, you’ll see the connection between chemistry and everyday creations everywhere! member/ date location nonmember

catalog #

JUNE 18–22

OMSI

$275/$325

412CC618OM

JUNE 25–29

OMSI

$275/$325

412CC625OM

JULY 2–6

OMSI

$220/$260

412CC702OM

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

JULY 9–13

OMSI

$275/$325

412CC709OM

JULY 16–20

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

412CC716BS

JULY 23–27

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

412CC723BS

$275/$325

412CC730WL

JULY 30–AUG. 3 ROBINWOOD STATION

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

grades 2–3

SC IENC E

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 2 – 3 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

C R A Z Y CONSTELLATIONS Learn the legends behind the constellations and the science that makes the night sky so amazing. How high could you jump on the Moon? How can you tell what time it is by looking at the Sun or stars? Why is the Moon sometimes full and sometimes only a crescent? We’ll utilize the tools of an astronomer, visit the OMSI Physics Lab, and stargaze in the Kendall Planetarium.

member/ date location nonmember

D INOSA U R D ISCO V E R IES Set your time machine for the Cretaceous and climb aboard for an adventure in the age of the giant reptiles! Discover how scientists learn about dinosaurs. Do we know what colors dinosaurs were, what they ate, what sounds they made, and how fast they ran? How accurate are the dinosaurs we see in movies?

member/ date location nonmember catalog # JUNE 25–29

JULY 2–6

CONESTOGA

$220/$260

412CR702BS

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

JULY 9–13

OMSI

$275/$325

412DD625OM

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

412DD709BS

JULY 16–20 ROBINWOOD STATION

$275/$325

412DD716WL

OMSI

$275/$325

412DD730OM

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

412DD806BS

JULY 9–13 PCC

$275/$325

412CR709PC

JULY 30–AUG. 3

AUG. 13–17

$275/$325

412CR813OM

AUG. 6–10

OMSI

catalog #

ENGINEE R T H IS ! Construct towers, build bridges, wire electric circuits, and explore the worlds of civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering. Each day has a theme that directly relates to the world of engineers, including plenty of brainteasers and math fun. We’ll take a field trip to the OMSI Physics Lab for information and inspiration. member/ date location nonmember JULY 2–6

catalog #

CONESTOGA

$220/$260

412ET702BS

CONESTOGa

$275/$325

412ET709BS

JULY 16–20 PCC

$275/$325

412ET716PC

JULY 23–27 PCC

$275/$325

412ET723PC

JULY 30–AUG. 3

$275/$325

412ET730BS

$275/$325

412ET806WL

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

JULY 9–13

CONESTOGA

AUG. 6–10 ROBINWOOD STATION

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

grades 2–3

OMSI ANIMATION

OMSI’s most popular field trips combined into one week of action-packed adventure! Each day we’ll “go mobile” with OMSI naturalists to explore the most fascinating areas around Portland and beyond. An overnight stay at Newport South Beach is included. Our itinerary may require that students leave OMSI by 8:00 a.m. and return to OMSI later than 4:00 p.m. Parents will receive the week’s schedule on the first day of class. Each grade range will participate in separate activities each day.

Animation brings math, science, and the creative arts together in extraordinary ways. Experience the expressive medium of animation as we investigate stop-motion techniques and motion picture perspectives. We’ll use digital video cameras, clay sculptures, drawn characters, cutout scenes, found objects, and time-lapse portraits during this class. Students will develop ideas, design storyboards, create sets and characters, and produce mini-movies to take home on DVD.

member/ date location nonmember

catalog #

JUNE 18–22

OMSI

$300/$350

412HR618OM

JUNE 25–29

OMSI

$300/$350

412OA625OM

AUG. 27–31

OMSI

$300/$350

412HR827OM

JULY 16–20

OMSI

$300/$350

412OA716OM

AUG. 6–10

OMSI

$300/$350

412OA806OM

SEAWEE D , SNAILS , & G R A Y W H ALE TAILS Is a jellyfish made of jelly? And is it even a fish? What is the largest animal in the world and where does it live? Observe marine life up–close and learn about its incredible adaptations. Includes a trip to the Oregon Zoo and an action–packed day at Cannon Beach on the Oregon coast combing the shoreline for tide pool life. member/ date location nonmember JUNE 18–22

catalog #

OMSI

$275/$325

412SS618OM

JULY 2–6 PCC

$220/$260

412SS702PC 412SS709OM

SC IENC E

H IT T H E R OA D

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 2 – 3 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

U rb a n f a r m i n g Spend a week exploring the 16 acre Sauvie Island Organics farm and adjacent grounds of Metro’s Howell Territorial Park. Each day will be a new adventure! Sauvie Island Center’s education staff will guide students through exploration activities, daily nature journaling, and gathering produce from our Grow Lunch Garden. Students will be dropped off and picked up every day at OMSI and bused out to the farm.

member/ date location nonmember JUly 9–13

OMSI

$275/$325

catalog # 412uf709om

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

JULY 9–13

OMSI

$275/$325

JULY 16–20

OMSI

$275/$325

412SS716OM

AUG. 6–10

OMSI

$275/$325

412SS806OM

AUG. 20–24

OMSI

$275/$325

412SS820OM

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

grades 4–5

C L A S SE S SC IENC E

a c a d e m y of

G e a r Tr a i n s

a c a d e m y of

Engineering

LEGO M a n i a Extreme

LEGO aficionados, feed your need for speed! In this class, we figure out how much horsepower we can squeeze into LEGO creations. A souped–up cruiser, tractor, and sled are just a few of the machines we’ll build using LEGO bricks!

Take your LEGO building knowledge, experience, and imagination to the extreme. Build statues, make a working abacus, and erect the tallest or strongest structure using the fewest bricks. We’ll use gear trains, simple machines, and power transfers to build working motorized carnival rides and visit OMSI’s Turbine Hall for project ideas.

member/ date location nonmember

JULY 30–AUG. 3

Engineering

OMSI

$275/$325

catalog # 414AE730OM

catalog #

AUG. 6–10

OMSI

$275/$325

414AE806OM

AUG. 20–24

OMSI

$275/$325

414AE820OM

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

grades 4–5

Engineering

LEGO Robotics

a c a d e m y of

Engineering

Pr i n c i p l e s of Science

Design and program your own LEGO robot throughout the week while learning about LEGOS and gaining new programming skills. At the end of the week you can show your family and friends your newly designed robot.

Build a ski jump for marbles and experiment with speed and trajectory. Discover the structure of atoms and create an atomic model. Experimenting with LEGO bricks, axles, gears, pulleys, and weights is a great way to explore energy, density, and even the physics of falling bodies! We’ll work individually, with partners, and in groups to discover science using LEGO bricks. Includes a visit to OMSI’s Turbine Hall.

member/ date location nonmember

catalog #

JULY 9–13

OMSI

$275/$325

JULY 16–20

OMSI

$275/$325

414LR716OM

AUG. 6–10

OMSI

$275/$325

414LR806OM

a c a d e m y of

Engineering

414LR709OM

AUG. 13–17

OMSI

$275/$325

SC IENC E

a c a d e m y of

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 4 – 5 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

catalog # 414AE813OM

Simple Machines

Design and create an ancient catapult—the trebuchet—and learn the physical forces at work in all machines, from simple to complex. The challenge of LEGO brick building gives us a chance to use the lever, inclined plane, wheel and axle, and pulley to construct stunning creations. member/ date location nonmember JULY 23–27

OMSI

$275/$325

catalog # 414AE723OM

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

grades 4–5

SC IENC E

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 4 – 5 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

Join OMSI and the Community Cycling Center to learn how to navigate the city by bike! Students will build upon basic riding skills and learn basic bicycle maintenance and repair. Community Cycling Center instructors will lead students on fun rides to neighborhood parks, supporting the group as they build the confidence and skills on the road. Students should know the basics including starting, stopping, and riding in a straight line. Ride distances will vary from 4-15+ miles, depending on the skill level of the group. A bicycle safety inspection is required prior to the start of class; information will be included in an email from the Community Cycling Center team along with other class details. A multigeared bike is highly recommended for this class. The Community Cycling Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to broadening access to bicycling and its benefits. For more information, visit www.CommunityCyclingCenter.org. member/ date location nonmember AUG. 6–10

Bridge Building & Portland Bridges

B IKING PO R TLAN D

OMSI

$275/$325

catalog #

Use light rail, bus, streetcar, jetboat, and your two feet to get to know Portland’s bridges. Visit a bridge operator’s house, “excite” the molecules on the Union Station Pedestrian Bridge, walk across the 660-foot-long Veterans Hospital Sky Bridge, ride the Portland Aerial Tram, and more. Make model wooden trusses using patterns of Portland bridges and test them to see how much load they’ll carry. By week’s end, you’ll have a “Bridge Walker’s” notebook. Based on curriculum by author Sharon Wood Wortman at www.bridgestories.com. member/ date location nonmember JULY 16–20

OMSI

414BP806OM

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

$275/$325

catalog # 414BB716OM

grades 4–5

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 4 – 5 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

Digigirls web world

member/ date location nonmember AUG. 6–10

OMSI

$275/$325

SC IENC E

Girls only! Design and animate a unique e-card for friends and family. Make a web cartoon featuring characters you create. Direct a music video with dancing characters and use computers to create your own worlds and creatures. There’s no limit but your imagination! Note: This class is for students in grades 4–8.

catalog # 414DG806om

expedition northwest This exciting class focuses on water and how it connects landscapes, people, and ecosystems across the Northwest—from glaciers to rivers to oceans; from ancient floods to power generation. Take a trip to the Bureau of Land Management’s Wildwood Recreation Site on the Salmon River near Welches to test water quality and observe aquatic life. Visit Bonneville Dam to learn how hydroelectricity is generated and managed.

member/ date location nonmember AUG. 20–24

OMSI

$275/$325

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

catalog # 414EN820OM

grades 4–5

SC IENC E

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 4 – 5 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

FLIG H T TEAM

Games Galore

Fly high with OMSI’s Flight Team! Make airplane prototypes out of paper and wood, experiment with lift, thrust, drag and gravity, and explore the fundamentals of remote– control model airplanes. We’ll learn the basics of pilot training and then take over OMSI’s Vernier Technology Lab to test our skills on a flight simulator. Field trips include the Evergreen Aviation Museum and the airstrip in Boring. On the last day, we’ll launch our very own rockets.

Be a computer game master and create an original computer game! We’ll explore the world of computer games and discover how they’re created. Then, we’ll each design one with graphics and characters that move and interact using Logo–based software on PCs.

member/ date location nonmember

JULY 2–6

CONESTOGa

$244/$284

catalog # 414FT702BS

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

JULY 23–27 PCC

advanced class

$305/$355

414FT723PC

JUNE 18–22 oMSI

$275/$325

414GG618OM

JULY 9–13 oMSI

$275/$325

414GG709OM

JULY 23–27 oMSI

$275/$325

414GG723OM

G a m e s G a l o r e II

Build on skills learned in Games Galore! Explore more challenging and interesting tricks and techniques. Learn how the computer talks to the keyboard and use it to control your program. Make an even more interactive game. Use programming tools to add running scores, life meters, and other features to your game. Prerequisite: Games Galore. NOTE: This advanced class is for students in grades 4–8.

date

member/ location nonmember

catalog #

AUG. 13–17 omsi

$275/$325

414G2813OM

AUG. 20–24 omsi

$275/$325

414G2820OM

AUG. 27–31 omsi

$275/$325

414g2827om

catalog #

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

grades 4–5

H IT T H E R OA D : SPO R TS !

Based on our popular Hit the Road class, this experience incorporates the wonderful world of sports and athletics. Join us as we take exciting field trips to Mt. Hood’s Alpine Slides, the Columbia River Gorge, Lake Koppert for a private overnight camping experience and wakeboarding lessons.

member/ date location nonmember

date

catalog #

JUNE 18–22

OMSI

$300/$350

414HR618OM

AUG. 27–31

OMSI

$300/$350

414HR827OM

JULY 30–AUG. 3

member/ location nonmember OMSI

$395/$445

SC IENC E

Hit the Road

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 4 – 5 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

catalog # 414HS730OM

M i s s i o n Thr o u g h S p a c e Explore the Sun and its many layers, tour the planets in our Solar System, and crash–land on the Moon, where we’ll be forced to survive with little equipment. Along the way we’ll build a star chart, moon phase chart, and a telescope to help us navigate. We’ll visit OMSI’s Physics Lab and Kendall Planetarium. At the end of our mission, we’ll design our own space station on the Moon!

member/ date location nonmember JUNE 25–29 JULY 30–AUG. 3

catalog #

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

414MS625BS

OMSI

$275/$325

414MS730OM

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

grades 4–5

SC IENC E

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 4 – 5 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

N a t ur a l D i s a s t e r s Ever wonder how a hurricane forms, or what causes earthquakes? In this class, we’ll learn about avalanches, volcanoes, and other kinds of natural disasters common in the Pacific Northwest and elsewhere. Discover how the Hawaiian Islands were formed and visit Mt. St. Helens to explore the history and beauty of a volcano up close.

member/ date location nonmember JULY 2–6

OMSI

$220/$260

catalog # 414ND702OM

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

Ocean Floor to Seashore Unlock the ocean’s secrets. How does the Moon affect the ocean tides? How can you tell the difference between a seal and a sea lion? Discover unique adaptations of sea animals and perform laboratory experiments using salt and fresh water. We’ll visit the Oregon Zoo, take an incredible all–day excursion to Cannon Beach on the Oregon coast, and discover answers to our questions about the ocean and its dynamic shore.

member/ date location nonmember catalog # JULY 9–13

CONESTOGA

JULY 30–AUG. 3 PCC

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

$275/$325

414OF709BS

$275/$325

414OF730PC

grades 4–5 advanced class

OMSI A n i m at o r s R e u n i o n

Animation brings math, science, and the creative arts together in extraordinary ways. Experience the expressive medium of animation as we investigate stop-motion techniques and motion picture perspectives. We’ll use digital video cameras, clay sculptures, drawn characters, cutout scenes, found objects, and time-lapse portraits during this class. Students will develop ideas, design storyboards, and create sets and characters, and produce mini-movies to take home on DVD.

Bring your stop-motion ideas and animated designs to this class. Continue a mini-movie or start with a fresh new project. We’ll sample advanced techniques, develop familiar practices, and continue to welcome all types of skill levels, knowledge, and creative styles. Prerequisite: OMSI Animation. NOTE: This advanced class is for students in grades 4–8.

member/ date location nonmember

JULY 2–6

OMSI

$260/$300

catalog # 414OA702OM

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

JULY 23–27

OMSI

$300/$350

414OA723OM

AUG. 13–17

OMSI

$300/$350

414OA813OM

catalog #

JUNE 18–22

OMSI

$300/$350

414OA618OM

AUG. 27–31

OMSI

$300/$350

414OA827OM

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

SC IENC E

OMSI A n i m a t i o n

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 4 – 5 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

grades 4–5

SC IENC E

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 4 – 5 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

R ENEWA B LE ENE R G Y

Rock Hounds

Learn the science behind renewable energy through hands-on activities. Explore solar panels, wind turbines, and hydropower. Venture into the field and discover how different ecosystems support themselves and continue to survive! Join us on field trips to Port of Portland’s sustainable building, OSU’s wave energy labs, and the Bonneville Dam!

Investigate powerful forces that shift and shape our local landscape and the face of the Earth. Explore local volcanoes, make a model of a geyser, discover how mountains form, and take field trips to the Rice Museum and Ape Cave. Learn to read the landscape, identify rocks and discover their origins, put together a rock collection to take home, and venture inside the longest lava tube in North America.

member/ date location nonmember

JULY 23–27 AUG. 6–10

catalog #

OMSI

$275/$325

414RE723OM

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

414RE806BS

JUNE 25–29

OMSI

JULY 2–6 PCC

catalog #

$275/$325

414RH625OM

$220/$260

414RH702PC

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

JULY 16–20

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

414RH716BS

AUG. 6–10

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

414RH806BS

R o c k e t s Away Journey into the world of rocketry. Experiment with Isaac Newton’s laws of motion as we build and test a variety of rocket designs. Explore the history of NASA’s space program and construct, paint, and launch your own solid–fuel rocket to take home. The week will be a real blast!

member/ date location nonmember JULY 9–13

CONESTOGA

catalog #

$275/$325

414RA709BS

JULY 23–27 ROBINWOOD STATION

$275/$325

414RA723WL

AUG. 6–10 PCC

$275/$325

414RA806PC

r e g i s t e r o n l i n e at o m s i . e d u / c l a s s e s o r c a l l 5 0 3 7 9 7 4 6 6 1 f o r m o r e i n f o r m at i o n .

grades 4–5

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 4 – 5 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

S c i e n c e S c h o o l o f W i z a rdry

member/ date location nonmember JULY 2–6

CONESTOGA

SC IENC E

Throw on a wizard’s cloak and embark on a week of science magic! Brew up chemical potions and “un–potions.” With the flick of a wrist, make colors change and objects shrink or swell. Then cook up a chemically bonded magic snack. Visit OMSI’s Chemistry Lab and use science to simulate the magic of favorite books and movies (please leave your pet owls at home).

catalog #

$220/$260

414SW702BS

JULY 16–20 PCC

$275/$325

414SW716PC

JULY 23–27

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

414SW723BS

JULY 30–AUG. 3

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

414SW730BS

$275/$325

414SW813PC

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

AUG. 13–17 PCC

Web Design

Wr i t e a M o v i n g S t o ry

Create your own web page, blog, photo gallery, and more! By learning simple, cutting– edge languages and codes that link to computers all over the world, we’ll design web pages where pictures move and stories are told. We’ll share ideas and work alongside other young web designers.

Create a story on a computer, complete with moving pictures and sounds. Learn to storyboard and design your own dynamic book. Using Logo–based software on PCs, we’ll work individually or with partners to draw unique worlds filled with characters that move about and do silly, scary, or funny things. NOTE: This class is for students in grades 4–8.

member/ date location nonmember

JULY 9–13 PCC

$275/$325

catalog # 414WD709PC

JULY 16–20 PCC

$275/$325

414WD716PC

JULY 30–AUG. 3 PCC

$275/$325

414WD730PC

JULY 2–6

OMSI

$220/$260

catalog # 414WM702OM

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

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grades 6â&#x20AC;&#x201C;8

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grades 6–8

Engineering

Ar c h i t e c t ur e & Cities

a c a d e m y of

Engineering

da Vinci & d a LEGO

City planning, civil engineering, and good old–fashioned design. Face the LEGO challenge by replicating tall towers, a pagoda roof, and an ancient building. After learning about earthquakes and how to construct buildings to withstand them, we’ll team up to build the world’s strongest city! We’ll also visit OMSI’s Turbine Hall for information and inspiration.

Part Art. Part Science. Part Invention. Explore Leonardo da Vinci’s ideas and machines. We’ll use LEGO bricks to create a printing press, a rotating bridge, and a chariot. Using skill and imagination, we’ll make improvements on the creations of one of history’s giants. We’ll also work on the “Gear Study,” a da Vinci puzzle that remains unsolved to this day!

member/ date location nonmember

JULY 9–13

a c a d e m y of

OMSI

Engineering

$275/$325

catalog # 416AE709OM

LEGO M a n i a Extreme

JUNE 25–29

a c a d e m y of

OMSI

Engineering

$275/$325

catalog # 416AE625OM

LEGO Robotics

Put those mad LEGO skills to the test. Take your LEGO building knowledge, experience, and imagination to the extreme. Build statues, make a working abacus, and erect the tallest or strongest structure using the fewest bricks. We’ll use gear trains, simple machines, and power transfers to build working motorized carnival rides and visit OMSI’s Turbine Hall for ideas.

Learn how to design and program your own LEGO robot throughout the week while learning about LEGOS and gaining new programming skills. At the end of the week you can show your family and friends your newly designed robot.

member/ date location nonmember

JULY 16–20

OMSI

$275/$325

catalog # 416AE716OM

JULY 2–6

SC IENC E

a c a d e m y of

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 6 – 8 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

catalog #

OMSI

$220/$260

416LR702OM

OMSI

$275/$325

416LR813OM

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

AUG. 13–17

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grades 6–8

SC IENC E

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 6 – 8 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

a c a d e m y of

Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Combine structural design concepts with practical engineering to create models of working machines. Face the LEGO engineering challenges of building a functional sumo wrestling robot and constructing a creeping crane. Amaze people with your LEGO brick creations! member/ date location nonmember JULY 2–6

OMSI

$220/$260

catalog # 416AE702OM

B IKING PO R TLAN D Join OMSI and the Community Cycling Center to learn how to navigate the city by bike! Students will build upon basic riding skills and learn basic bicycle maintenance and repair. Community Cycling Center instructors will lead students on fun rides around the city, supporting the group as they build the confidence and skills on the road. Students should know the basics including starting, stopping, and riding in a straight line. Ride distances will vary from 5-15+ miles, depending on the skill level of the group. A bicycle safety inspection is required prior to the start of class; information will be included in an email from the Community Cycling Center team along with other class details. A multi-geared bike is highly recommended for this class. The Community Cycling Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to broadening access to bicycling and its benefits. For more information, visit www.CommunityCyclingCenter.org. member/ date location nonmember

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

JUNE 25–29

D IGIGI R LS WE B WO R L D

$275/$325

416BP625OM

Flash Cartoons & Diaries

Create an interactive and animated life story! We’ll check out the coolest cartoons and websites for inspiration, then create an interactive sound and graphic adventure to take home. Using Flash software on PCs, we’ll develop the skills to create projects from an online diary to a silly cartoon.

member/ date location nonmember

catalog #

AUG. 13–17 PCC

416FC813PC

AUG. 6–10

OMSI

catalog #

OMSI

$275/$325

catalog # 414DG806om

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$275/$325

grades 6–8

Learn how modern forensic techniques are used to solve crimes! Analyze physical evidence left at a crime scene, learn how to “roll and lift” hidden fingerprints, take shoe–sole impressions, perform ink chromatography, examine DNA, and more. Includes field trips to Hillsboro Police Department and the Portland Police Museum.

member/ date location nonmember

Games Galore

catalog #

JUNE 25–29

PCC

$275/$325

JULY 16–20

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

416FS716BS

JULY 30–AUG. 3

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

416FS730BS

$275/$325

416FS806PC

AUG. 6–10 PCC

advanced class

416FS625PC

G a m e s G a l o r e II

Create an original computer game. We’ll explore the world of computer games and discover how they’re created. Then, we’ll each design one with graphics and characters that move and interact. Using Logo–based software on PCs, we’ll be on our way to being computer game masters.

Build on skills learned in Games Galore. Explore more challenging and interesting tricks and techniques. Learn how the computer talks to the keyboard and use it to control your program. Make an even more interactive game by using programming tools to add running scores, life meters, and other features to your game. Be a game master by the end of the week! Prerequisite: Games Galore. NOTE: This advanced class is for students in grades 4–8.

member/ date location nonmember

catalog #

JUNE 25–29

OMSI

$275/$325

416GG625OM

JULY 16–20

OMSI

$275/$325

JULY 30–AUG. 3

OMSI

$275/$325

SC IENC E

FSI : F o r e n s i c S c i e n c e I n v e s t i g at o r

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 6 – 8 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

catalog #

AUG. 13–17

OMSI

$275/$325

414G2813om

416GG716OM

AUG. 20–24

OMSI

$275/$325

414G2820om

416GG730OM

AUG. 27–31

OMSI

$275/$325

414g2827OM

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grades 6–8

SC IENC E

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 6 – 8 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

Hit the Road

H i t t h e R o a d PL U S !

OMSI’s most popular field trips combined into one week of action-packed adventure! Each day we’ll “go mobile” with OMSI naturalists to explore the most fascinating areas around Portland and beyond. Includes an overnight stay at Newport South Beach. Our itinerary may require that students leave OMSI by 8:00 a.m. and return to OMSI later than 4:00 p.m. Parents will receive the week’s schedule on the first day of class. Each grade range will participate in separate activities each day.

A field trip-based class with extra adventure! We’ll explore aviation and then take an amazing glider ride. We’ll learn about the history of volcanoes, then swoop down the alpine slides on Mt. Hood. We’ll discuss how lava caves are formed, then venture through the Ape Cave. Includes an overnight stay at Wildlife Safari in Winston. Our itinerary may require that students leave OMSI by 8:00 a.m. and return to OMSI later than 4:00 p.m. Parents will receive the week’s schedule on the first day of class.

member/ date location nonmember

catalog #

JUNE 18–22

OMSI

$300/$350

416HR618OM

JULY 16–20

OMSI

$395/$445

416HP716OM

AUG. 27–31

OMSI

$300/$350

416HR827OM

JULY 23–27

OMSI

$395/$445

416HP723OM

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grades 6–8

M a s t e r Ch e m i s t Explore reactions that produce heat and cold, brilliant colors, and spontaneous combustion. Make superballs and learn how to control the amazing power of chemistry. We’ll visit OMSI’s Chemistry Lab to conduct some of our experiments. Safety and proper laboratory techniques will be emphasized.

member/ date location nonmember JULY 9–13 JULY 23–27

SC IENC E

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 6 – 8 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

catalog #

OMSI

$275/$325

416MC709OM

CONESTOGA

$275/$325

416MC723BS

Media Mania Create a working telegraph, personal website, your own blog, and more! We’ll experiment with computer graphics and secret codes, and trace the history of communications from cuneiform to computers.

member/ date location nonmember AUG. 6–10 PCC

$275/$325

catalog # 416MM806PC

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grades 6–8

SC IENC E

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 6 – 8 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

O c e a n Ody s s e y Explore undersea wonders with OMSI’s marine biologists. Observe the marine mammals that grace the Oregon shore. Investigate a marvelous array of tide pool species and learn how they are specially adapted to life in this dynamic environment. Travel to the Oregon coast for a personalized whale–watching expedition and spend the night in Newport.

member/ date location nonmember JUNE 25–29

CONESTOGA

JULY 30–AUG. 3 PCC

catalog #

$300/$350

416OO625BS

$300/$350

416OO730PC

OMSI A n i m a t i o n Animation brings math, science, and the creative arts together in extraordinary ways. Experience the expressive medium of animation as we investigate stop-motion techniques and motion picture perspectives. We’ll use digital video cameras, clay sculptures, drawn characters, cutout scenes, found objects, and time-lapse portraits during this class. Students will develop ideas, design storyboards, create sets and characters, and produce mini-movies to take home on DVD. date

member/ location nonmember

catalog #

JULY 9–13

OMSI

$300/$350

416OA709OM

JULY 30–AUG. 3

OMSI

$300/$350

416OA730OM

AUG. 20–24

OMSI

$300/$350

416OA820OM

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grades 6–8

advanced class

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 6 – 8 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

OMSI A n i m a t o r s R e u n i o n

date

member/ location nonmember

SC IENC E

catalog #

JUNE 18–22

OMSI

$300/$350

414OA618OM

AUG. 27–31

OMSI

$300/$350

414OA827OM

OVERNIGHT BIKE TOURING ADVENTURE Take a trip by bike! Join OMSI and the Community Cycling Center for a bicycle tour adventure. During the first three days of class, students will enjoy 15-25+ mile rides exploring Portland by bike. On Thursday, we will embark on a 30 mile ride to Stub Stewart State Park to enjoy stories and s’mores by the campfire. We will return on Friday, exhausted and smiling after the fun trip. A bicycle safety inspection is required prior to the start of class; information will be included in an email from the Community Cycling Center team along with other class details. Dinner and breakfast are provided on the overnight portion of the class. A multi-geared bike and helmet are required for this class. The Community Cycling Center is a nonprofit organization dedicated to broadening access to bicycling and its benefits. For more information, visit www.CommunityCyclingCenter.org. member/ date location nonmember AUG. 13–17

OMSI

$300/$350

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catalog # 416OB813OM

grades 6–8

SC IENC E

C L A S SE S

C LA S S E S F O R GRA D E S 6 – 8 ARE HEL D 9 : 0 0 AM – 4 : 0 0 PM M O N D A Y T HR U F RI D A Y , U NLE S S O T HER W I S E N O T E D

S pac e F l i g h t

Web Design

Walk in the footsteps of NASA scientists as we explore the Solar System, build rockets, and learn about the powerful dynamics of the massive machines that lift the space shuttle into orbit. Investigate the world’s first International Space Station and examine the effects of space travel on the human body. Includes an overnight trip to the Museum of Flight at Boeing Field in Seattle for a simulated space mission at the Challenger Learning Center.

Create your own web page, blog, photo gallery, and more! By learning simple, cutting– edge languages and code that link computers all over the world, we’ll design web pages where pictures move and stories are told. We’ll share ideas and work alongside other young web designers.

member/ location nonmember

date JULY 23–27

OMSI

$375/$425

catalog # 416SF723OM

date

member/ location nonmember

JULY 23–27 PCC

Wr i t e a M o v i n g S t o ry Create a story on a computer, complete with moving pictures and sounds. Learn to storyboard and design your own dynamic book. Using Logo–based software on PCs, we’ll work individually or with partners to draw unique worlds filled with characters that move about and do silly, scary, or funny things. NOTE: This class is for students in grades 4–8.

date JULY 2–6

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$220/$260

catalog # 414WM702OM

(NO CLASS JULY 4)

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$275/$325

catalog # 416WD723PC

What kind of training does OMSI’s staff have? OMSI is very selective in hiring staff for its science classes. All of our instructors have extensive experience working with children, and most of them are state-certified teachers. All instructors have demonstrated excellence in working with and developing programming for children and have a passion for inspiring students to understand and explore the world. Staff are required to provide fingerprints for a background check prior to employment and are certified in CPR and First Aid. Do you offer before and after care? Before care (7:30–9:00 a.m.) and after care (4:00–6:00 p.m.) are available only at OMSI, PCC at Water Avenue, and Conestoga Middle School locations. Before and after care for PCC at Water Avenue classes are located at OMSI. Pre-paid rates • For either before or after care: $35 per child, per week. (Rate adjusted for programs with an overnight). • For both before and after care: $70 per child, per week. (Rate adjusted for programs with an overnight). • Available only at time of registration. Drop-in rates • For either before or after care: $10 per child, per day (cash or check only). • $1 per minute late fee after 6:00 p.m. How flexible are you on grade designations for classes? The grade level listed for each summer science class refers to the grade a student will be entering in Fall 2012. Please do not register a child who will be in a lower or higher grade than designated. This will ensure your child has the best possible experience. Exceptions will be made only if the child has been placed in a higher or lower grade by their regular public, private, or home school. What is OMSI’s behavior policy? Students are expected to behave appropriately. In the event a child is being overly disruptive, a time-out may be used. If disruptive behavior continues, a parent will be called to help resolve the situation. If overall behavior does not improve, the child may be asked not to return to class. Refunds will not be granted in these situations.

Where do I drop my child off for the OMSI and PCC at Water Ave. locations? All students attending classes at OMSI and PCC at Water Ave. check in at OMSI. All students should be dropped off at “Building C” in OMSI’s north parking lot. There will be signs to guide you.

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What are the days and times of classes? All classes are Monday–Friday, with the exception of July 2–6 when there will be no class on July 4. Classes for Kindergarten and Grade 1 are from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. or 1:30 to 4:00 p.m.; and classes for Grades 2–3, 4–5, and 6–8 meet from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

C L A S SE S

f r e qu e n t ly asked questions

Where do I drop my child off for Conestoga Middle School, Robinwood Station, or W.E. Miller Elementary? Information and directions will be emailed or mailed two weeks prior to your program. Do I need to present a photo ID when I pick up my child? Yes, everyone that is picking up a student must bring a photo ID every day. No exceptions. Does my child need to bring snacks and lunch to class? Yes. Snacks are provided for Kindergarten and Grade 1 classes only. All other participants should bring a nutritious snack for both morning and afternoon breaks, as well as a meal and beverage for lunch. (Sorry, there are no microwaves available.) Please clearly mark your child’s name and phone number inside lunch boxes, coats, and other personal items to prevent them from getting lost. Will my child’s class include a field trip? Some classes include one overnight trip as noted in the catalog description. Day field trips are included in many classes. Occasionally, field trips not described in the catalog are added. All field trips are subject to change depending on class enrollment, availability, and scheduling. Please note that refunds will not be granted if a child cannot participate in a field trip that is included or added. If you do not want your child to participate in a field trip, you must make alternate arrangements during the scheduled field trip time. You will receive information about any field trips on the first day of class. What if the weather is bad? Please be sure your child is dressed for the weather! Field trips and activities are subject to change due to weather. What if my child left something at class? Lost and found items with names and phone numbers will be held at OMSI for two weeks following each class. Please call 503 797 4545 immediately after class to arrange for their return. Unclaimed items will be donated to charity after two weeks. OMSI is not responsible for lost or stolen property. Is there financial aid available? Yes. Submit a financial aid application (p.67) and registration form (pg.63–64) accompanied by a $25 deposit per class. All applications must be submitted at least one month prior to start of class. See p. 62 for more information.

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Program Sales and Registration is here to help you. We welcome your feedback, comments, and questions.

registration transfers

Many of OMSI’s camps and classes fill quickly, so register early! Registration is due at least 7 days before the start of a camp or class. You can save time by registering online at omsi.edu. To register a child for an individual program by paper registration form, complete the form on pages 63–64. Use a separate registration form for each child (you may photocopy the form). To register for a family and adult camp, complete the registration form on pages 65–66. There are three easy ways tosubmit the form(s) and your full payment:

If you want to transfer your registration to a different program, you must submit a request in writing (mail, email, or fax) at least 7 days prior to the start of the program. Each camp transfer is subject to a $25 fee, and each class transfer is subject to a $10 fee. Registrations and fees

Fax: 503 239 7800 (full payment required via credit card)

are nontransferable between participants.

Cancellations/Refunds Cancellations must be submitted in writing (mail, email, or fax). Cancellations will be processed as follows:

Cancellation received

program

in writing

amount retained by omsi

Hand Deliver: During museum hours, drop it off at the OMSI Group Check-In window or the business office.

More than 30 days prior

camp

$75

NOTE: Registration is not available over the phone.

More than 30 days prior

class

$25

11–30 days prior

camp or class

half of total cost

0–10 days prior

camp or class

total cost

Step Two: Confirm

FO RM S

Email: register@omsi.edu | Phone: 503 797 4661 | Fax: 503 239 7800

Step One : Register !

Mail: OMSI Program Sales and Registration, 1945 SE Water Ave., Portland, OR 97214

OMSI Program Sales and Registration 1945 SE Water Ave., Portland, OR 97214

If you register online, you’ll receive a confirmation receipt by email upon completion of registration. If you register by mail, fax, or in person, you’ll receive a confirmation receipt by email, if provided, or by mail within two weeks of OMSI’s receipt of your completed registration and payment. Paper registrations will be processed as follows: • If your first choice is full and you list an alternate selection, you will automatically be placed in your alternate. • If your first choice is full and you do not list an alternate, you will be placed on a waiting list. • If both your first choice and alternate are full, you will be placed on a waiting list for both programs. • If an opening occurs, you will receive an email or phone call to verify your participation. Please make sure we have an updated daytime phone number to reach you. Important: Please do not consider your child enrolled in a camp or class until you have received confirmation via mail or email from OMSI.

NOTE: If minimum program enrollments are not reached, OMSI reserves the right to cancel, reschedule, or relocate camps and classes. If this occurs, you will be notified at least two weeks before the start of the camp or class.

Financial Assistance Available! We strive to make our programs accessible to all and encourage students with a need for financial assistance to submit a financial aid application (p. 67). All applications, deposits, and additional materials must be submitted at least one month prior to the start of the program. Funds will be awarded as applications are received, and you will be notified by email or mail. Funds are limited, so please apply early! Financial aid applications must be submitted by mail, fax, or in person. Online registration is not available for participants applying for financial aid. If you have questions, please call Program Sales and Registration at 503 797 4661.

c a m p s & c l a s s e s r e g i s t r at i o n f o r m Name of Participant:

Birth Date:

Sex: M

Primary Contact: Email: Address: Primary Phone:

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side a F Grade (Fall 2012):

Opt-out Camps & Classes Emails

City:

State: ZIP:

Alternate Phone:

Secondary Contact: Primary Phone: Alternate Phone:

Emergency Contact: Primary Phone: Alternate Phone: List names of persons authorized to pick up your child: (Not including above) Which one of the following categories best describe the participant? (Optional) Hispanic or Latino

White

Black or African American

Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

Asian

American Indian or Alaskan Native

Two or More Races

Your personal information will be kept confidential. However, we may publish or share aggregated demographic information with other organizations to support our mission of bringing science education to all people and to apply and qualify for grants and other funding sources

School Student Attends (Fall 2012): Are you an OMSI Member?:

YES Member#: NO

JUST SIGNED UP

Mandatory Medical Information (Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary). This registrant has permission (from parent or guardian if registrant is under the age

Please check if participant is subject to the following and attach explanation: of 18, or from self if registrant is 18 or older) to participate in all session and field trip

activities. In case of emergency, I hereby request and authorize any physician, hos-

ADD/ADHD Seizures Diabetes Deafness pital or health care provider to provide medical treatment promptly, whether or not I may be contacted and informed. INITIALS__________ Designated OMSI staff will dis- Bed Wetting Asthma Sleep Walking Heart Trouble pense medication under physician’s orders. Under statutes ORS 30.800 and 30.807, Depression Blindness Autism Other: all medications must be in a prescription container clearly labeled with the child’s Is your child current on all school-required immunizations?

Yes

name, type of medication, dosage and times (both a.m. and p.m.) to administer medi-

Month/Year of Last Tetanus Shot: cation to my above named child in the manner described by the physician’s orders. INITIALS__________ In consideration of this registrant’s participation in OMSI programs,

Please identify any special adaptations or accommodations necessary to assist your child with participation in programs: I (the parent or guardian if registrant is under the age of 18, or self if registrant is 18 or older) hereby release, waive, and discharge OMSI, and all of its instructors, employees, officers, directors, agents, and volunteers from any and all liability to the registrant, and to all the registrant’s legal representatives, assigns, heirs, and next of List any medications, when they are taken, and for what condition: kin for damage and injury to the registrant or to any person or property arising out of

participation in the program, whether on OMSI’s premises or elsewhere. List any allergies to food, insects, or medications:

This agree-

ment includes but is not limited to claims or demands on account of injury or damage

Describe any dietary restrictions: caused or allegedly caused by the negligence of OMSI or any of the individuals listed Describe any behavior problems that may be disruptive to group learning:

above. INITIALS__________ For campers requiring injections: Generally, OMSI staff

to allow individual staff to voluntarily act under the statutes ORS 30.800 or 30.807 and administer requested injections or other medical procedures, should they individually choose to do so on a case-by-case-basis. Instructions as to requested injections or medical procedures must be provided by the physician. I request OMSI

minor injuries or insect bites.

to inquire whether there are staff who are willing to consider acting under the stat-

Physician’s Name: Phone Number:

an emergency injection or other medical procedure in the manner described in the

Insurance Co. / Policy Number:

der the statutes ORS 30.800 or 30.807 or that such staff will so act in every case.

utes ORS 30.800 or 30.807 on a case-by-case-basis should the above named need physician’s orders. OMSI cannot guarantee that it will find willing staff to act unINITIALS__________ By participating in OMSI’s programs, I consent and authorize OMSI to use the above named participant’s photograph for education and public re-

Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: lations purposes related to OMSI. INITIALS__________ I give my consent for my child

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Please check box if your child may NOT receive an age-appropriate dose of over-the-counter pain medication for

are not trained to administer injections or other medical procedures. OMSI policy is

(under 18 years of age) and give consent for myself, as parent or guardian, to participate in surveys that will be used to evaluate program effectiveness and/or seek funding for financial aid. INITIALS__________

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Name of Participant: Enrollment Information classes

All CLASSES participants will receive a t-shirt! Size (please circle one): Child Sizes:

L Adult Sizes:

My child would like to share a cabin with: camps Has the participant attended OMSI summer programs before?

YES NO

Where did you hear about OMSI summer programs?

Catalog (in the mail)

OMSI Website program Choice

Program Title

Catalog (at OMSl) Newspaper Facebook/Twitter

Catalog #

Dates

Friends/Family Past Experience

Other (please specify): Program Cost

Before Care** After Care**

1st Choice

alternate*

1st Choice

BC/AC Cost**

Subtotal

alternate*

1st Choice

alternate*

1st Choice

alternate*

* You will automatically be placed in alternate if first choice is full, or on a waiting list if no alternate is selected. Donation† ** Before and after care for CLASSES is only available at OMSI, PCC at Water Avenue, and Conestoga Middle School (see page 61 for more information and pricing). TOTAL After care is available for camps ending on Friday (see page 29 for more information and pricing). † I would like to donate money to OMSI's Harry Demorest Financial Aid Program for children who would not otherwise be able to attend.

NOTE: Total payment due with registration

Method of Payment

Check or Money Order enclosed (payable to OMSI)

Visa

Discover

Card #: Expiration Date:

3-digit security code on back of card:

Billing Address: Signature: Name as it appears on card:

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OR 97214 Mailing Address: OMSI Program Sales and Registration, 1945 SE Water Ave., Portland, Email: register@omsi.edu Fax Number: 503 239 7800 Registration Deadline: OMSI must receive your registration and full payment at least 7 days before the start of a camp or class. Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation packet by email or mail prior to the start of your program. Refund Policy: Cancellations must be submitted in writing (mail, email, or fax). PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 62 FOR CANCELLATION/REFUND PROCESS. Transfer Policy: If you want to transfer your registration to a different program you must submit a request in writing (mail, email, or fax) at least 7 days prior to program start. Each camp transfer is subject to a $25 fee, and each class transfer is subject to a $10 fee. Registration and fees are nontransferable between participants. OFFICE USE ONLY

Customer ID#:

Date Received:

Date Processed:

fa m i ly & a d u lt c a m p r e g i s t r at i o n f o r m Primary Contact: Email: Address: Primary Phone:

City:

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Opt-out Camps & Classes Email State: ZIP:

Alternate Phone:

Secondary Contact: Primary Phone: Alternate Phone:

Emergency Contact: Primary Phone: Alternate Phone: Are you an OMSI Member?

YES Member#: NO

JUST SIGNED UP

I / We would like to share a cabin with: Mandatory Medical Information (Attach additional sheet(s) if necessary).

list each participant (first and last name)

sex

medications

chronic health conditions or activity restrictions

all allergies & dietary restrictions

month/year of last tetanus shot

Physician’s Name: Phone Number: Insurance Co. / Policy Number: Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: This registrant has permission (from parent or guardian if registrant is under the age of 18, or from self if registrant is 18 or older) to participate in all session and field trip activities. In case of emergency, I hereby request and authorize any physician, hospital or health care provider to provide medical treatment promptly, whether or not I may be contacted and informed. INITIALS_________ Designated OMSI staff will dispense medication under physician’s orders. Under statutes ORS 30.800 and 30.807, all medications must be in a prescription container clearly labeled with the child’s name, type of medication, dosage and times (both a.m. and p.m.) to administer medication to my above named child in the manner described by the physician’s orders. INITIALS_________ In consideration of this registrant’s participation in OMSI programs, I (the parent or guardian if registrant is under the age of 18, or self if registrant is 18 or older) hereby release, waive, and discharge OMSI, and all of its instructors, employees, officers, directors, agents, and volunteers from any and all liability to the registrant, and to all the registrant’s legal representatives, assigns, heirs, and next of kin for damage and injury to the registrant or to any person or property arising out of participation in the program, whether on OMSI’s premises or elsewhere. This agreement includes but is not limited to claims or demands on account of injury or damage caused or allegedly caused by the negligence of OMSI or any of the individuals listed above. INITIALS_________ For campers requiring injections: Generally, OMSI staff are not trained to administer injections or other medical procedures. OMSI policy is to allow individual staff to voluntarily act under the statutes ORS 30.800 or 30.807 and administer requested injections or other medical procedures, should they individually choose to do so on a case-by-case-basis. Instructions as to requested injections or medical procedures must be provided by the physician. I request OMSI to inquire whether there are staff who are willing to consider acting under the statutes ORS 30.800 or 30.807 on a case-by-case-basis should the above named need an emergency injection or other medical procedure in the manner described in the physician’s orders. OMSI cannot guarantee that it will find willing staff to act under the statutes ORS 30.800 or 30.807 or that such staff will so act in every case. INITIALS_________ By participating in OMSI’s programs, I consent and authorize OMSI to use the above named participant’s photograph for education and public relations purposes related to OMSI. INITIALS_________ I give my consent for my child (under 18 years of age) and give consent for myself, as parent or guardian, to participants in surveys that will be used to evaluate program effectiveness and/or seek funding for financial aid. INITIALS_________

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date of birth

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family name: Enrollment Information Has any participant attended OMSI summer programs before?

YES NO

Where did you hear about OMSI summer programs?

Catalog (in the mail)

OMSI Website program

Program Title

Choice

Catalog (at OMSl) Newspaper Facebook/Twitter Catalog #

Friends/Family Past Experience

Other (please specify):

Dates

Program Cost

Subtotal

1st Choice alternate* 1st Choice alternate* 1st Choice alternate* 1st Choice alternate* * You will automatically be placed in alternate if first choice is full, or on a waiting list if no alternate is selected. † I would like to donate money to OMSI's Harry Demorest Financial Aid Program for children who would not otherwise be able to attend.

Donation† TOTAL NOTE: Total payment due with registration

Method of Payment

Check or Money Order enclosed (payable to OMSI)

Visa

Discover

Card #: Expiration Date:

3-digit security code on back of card:

Billing Address: Signature: Name as it appears on card:

Register online at omsi.edu/camps-classes, mail, hand-deliver, or fax form with full payment. Mailing Address: OMSI Program Sales and Registration, 1945 SE Water Ave., Portland, OR 97214 Email: register@omsi.edu Fax Number: 503 239 7800 Registration Deadline: Confirmation:

OMSI must receive your registration and full payment at least 7 days before the start of camp.

You will receive a confirmation packet by email or mail prior to the start of your program.

Refund Policy: Cancellations

must be submitted in writing (mail, email, or fax). PLEASE REFER TO PAGE 62 FOR CANCELLATION/REFUND PROCESS.

If you want to transfer your registration to a different camp you must submit a request in writing (mail, email, or fax) at least 7 days prior to program start. Each transfer is subject to a $25 fee. Registration and fees are nontransferable between participants.

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Transfer Policy:

OFFICE USE ONLY

Customer ID#:

Date Received:

Date Processed:

f i na n c i a l a i d a p p l i c at i o n M ail to : OM S I P r o g r am S al e s an d Reg i st r ati on , 1 945 SE Wate r Av e ., Portland, OR 97214 Name of Participant: Birth Date:

Sex: M

Name of Parent/Guardian: Email:

Opt-out Camps & Classes Email

Address: City: Primary Phone:

State: ZIP: Alternate Phone:

Parent/Guardian Signature:

Date:

p l ease fill out co mple t e ly: 2011 Estimated Gross Family Income: $

Deposit Amount Included: $

Amount of Aid Requested: $

1st program choice for aid:

Please indicate how you would like to receive your award notification letter: Mail

INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING WITH YOUR APPLICATION: i n clude th e follow ing w i t h your ap p l i c at i o n :

camps CLASSES

Completed Financial Aid Application Completed Financial Aid Application Completed Registration Form Completed Registration Form $75 Deposit Per Camp* $25 Deposit Per Class* Letter of Interest from Applicant Letter of Recommendation from a Teacher or Adult Mentor

Your applicatio n wil l n o t b e p r o c ess ed u n t i l a l l of t h e a b ov e i s r e ce i v e d

*Financial Aid Deposit Policy: Financial Aid awards are based on income level and are determined after the deposit is applied. If you are unable to submit the full deposit or have extenuating circumstances, please include a letter explaining your financial situation. If a deposit or letter is not included, your application will not be processed until all above is received. Deposit will not be applied to your program until award has been accepted. Deposit refund: If financial assistance is denied to you, your deposit will be returned in full. If you accept assistance but cancel at a later date, your deposit will not be refunded. Financial Aid applicants can receive assistance for one program. Total Financial Aid for any one year will not exceed $515 per individual. Family and Adult Camps are not eligible for aid. Before and after care are not eligible for aid. If you need assistance filling out your application, contact OMSI Program Sales and Registration at 503 797 4661.

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The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is committed to providing excellent experiences through its programs and services to all individuals, regardless of race, gender, religion, disability, or economic status. Toward this goal, OMSI will secure and manage funds to assist youth in meeting the expenses associated with such programs and services.

M e m b e r s s av e Up to $50 o n c a m p s & c l a s s e s r e g i s t r at i o n s !

call 503 797 4661 o r v i s i t o m s i . e du

Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage

Paid

1945 SE Water Avenue Portland Oregon 97214 omsi.edu

Portland, OR Permit No. 548