Camp EdVenture 2008
It’s time to register for Camp EdVenture 2008!
We have 20+ summer camps available for children ages 3 to 12 inside the South’s largest children’s museum.  

New camps in 2008 give children the opportunity to explore the science of sound, discover music from around the world, investigate the natural world, and discover the science behind our everyday world. We still have your old favorites such as “Young Chefs”, “Abracadabra Apprentice” and “Junior Firefighter”!

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For a Camp EdVenture 2008 brochure, contact Maya Smith at 803-400-1161 or email msmith@edventure.org.

Who:   Children ages 3 to 12
When: Morning camps are 9 a.m. to 12 noon, Monday – Friday.
Full day camps are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday- Friday.

Extended care until 5 p.m. is available for full-day campers only.
The cost is an additional $20 per week.
(Pre-registration is required).

Cost:
Morning camps
$110 per child (Members)
$130 per child (Non-members)
Full day camps
$220 (Members)
$260 (Non-members)
Price includes a unique Camp EdVenture t-shirt!

Below is a listing of our 2008 Summer Camps!

3 year olds
EDDIE’S World
What kind of world does a 40-foot tall child live in anyway?  EDDIE lives inside EdVenture and our littlest campers will get to climb and slide through his body before going off to explore the rest of the museum exhibits! Campers will investigate themes such as what makes up a community, the cultures of West Africa, how to stay healthy and the arts.
June 2 – 6, July 7 – 11, Aug 11 - 15  (Morning Only)

4 & 5 year olds
EDDIE’S World
Children will investigate the world of EDDIE and use their natural curiosity to answer questions such as how big is EDDIE’S shoe and what did he eat for lunch? Through fun science experiments, art investigations, story times and interactive games, children in this camp develop and enhance the skills needed to prepare them for kindergarten.
June 2 – 6, June 16 – 20, Aug 11 - 15   (Morning Only)

Move and Groove Jr. (NEW!)
Children use their innate energy to explore how their bodies move, while learning about basic music concepts such as rhythm. Different kinds of music, movement and dance are incorporated into each day, exposing children to the music of numerous cultures.
June 9 – 13, July 21 – 25  (Morning Only)

Science Sprouts
Making science fun! Young campers will investigate and uncover the mysteries of everyday science while conducting fun experiments in the lab.
June 9 – 13, July 14 – 18  (Morning Only)

Junior Firefighter
Has your child ever wanted to meet a real firefighter?  This camp is taught by real firefighters and children will learn what it takes to be a firefighter, including trying on real gear, and learning about home and fire safety.
June 16 – 20, July 7 – 11  (Morning Only)

Young Chefs
These young chefs will get an introduction to important math and science skills while cooking up tasty culinary treats, as well as some delightfully gross creations. 
June 23 – 27, July 21 – 25 (Morning Only)

Break a Leg Jr.
These young actors will learn about theater and create props, sets, and costumes as well as star in their very own production at the end of the week.
July 7 - 11 August 4 -7  (Morning Only)

Making Music Jr.(NEW!)
Campers will investigate the science of sound, while learning about different kinds of musical instruments.  Designing and creating their own musical instrument and composing music will give children a chance to express their own musical talents.
July 14 – 18, July 28 – Aug 1  (Morning Only)

6 & 7 year olds
Break a Leg Sr.
Actors-in-training will learn even more about theater life while designing and creating advanced props, sets and costumes in preparation for their production at the end of the week.
Campers in the full day program will have the opportunity to continue creating advanced props, sets and costumes throughout the day.
June 9 – 13, July 21 – 25 (Morning and Full Day)

Kitchen Science (NEW!)
What do chemistry and cooking have to do with each other? Everything! Campers explore the math and science behind what happens in our kitchens and throughout our homes, while conducting experiments and watching fascinating demonstrations. 
Campers in the full day program will have the opportunity to experience even more of the curious science behind everyday life.
June 16 – 20 (Morning and Full Day)

Move and Groove Sr. (NEW!)
People all around the world use their bodies to express how they feel through dance. Campers use their own bodies and creativity to learn about the art of dance and its relationship to music.Music and dance from a variety of cultures will be explored throughout the week.
June 23 – 27, July 28 – Aug 1  (Morning Only)

Making Music Sr. (NEW!)
How does sound make waves? Campers will investigate the science of sound and explore different ways of making sound. They will discover how to turn sound into music by designing and creating their own musical instrument, as well as composing their own musical masterpiece.
July 7 – 11, Aug 11 – 15  (Morning Only)

Abracadabra Apprentice
Campers become apprentices of a real magician and learn the secret art of magic and illusion in preparation for a magic show performance at the end of the week.
July 14 – 18, Aug 4 – 8  (Morning Only)

Environmental Investigators (NEW!)
Is your child curious about the outside world? Campers will explore the natural world, from the forests to the oceans.  Participants will conduct experiments, discover the nature in the museum’s backyard and learn ways to conserve the environment we all share.
Aug 11 – 15  (Morning Only)

8 & 9 year olds
Computers and “Crickets” (NEW!)
Are there crickets in that computer?  These crickets aren’t of the insect variety, but are instead part of unique computer software that combines art and technology.  Children will use this software to construct a variety of exciting creations, while learning about light, sound, motion and robotics.
June 9 – 13  (Morning Only)

Mimicking the Masters
Back again this summer, young apprentices will study several master artist styles and apply those styles to their own artistic creations. Learn how Jackson Pollack threw paint balloons on canvas to create masterpieces! Campers will use different mediums to explore their own artistic inspirations.
June 23 – 27 (Morning Only)

Edible EdVentures
An advanced-level cooking camp that explains math and science processes and lets young chefs get hands-on experience preparing fun food creations.
Campers in the full day program will have the opportunity to explore additional food science investigations throughout the day.
July 21 – 25 (Morning or Full Day)

Wilderness Explorers Jr.
Young outdoorsmen and women will learn what it takes to explore the wilderness. This includes the appropriate gear, right skills and safety techniques.  Campers will put this knowledge to the test while exploring the museum’s backyard and learning about local flora and fauna.
Aug 4 – 8  (Morning Only)

10-12 year-olds
Mimicking the Masters
Back again this summer, young apprentices will study several master artist styles and apply those styles to their own artistic creations. Learn how Jackson Pollack threw paint balloons on canvas to create masterpieces! Campers will use different mediums and explore their own artistic inspirations.
Campers in the full day program will have the opportunity to explore additional artists and styles throughout the day.
June 16 – 20 (Morning or Full Day)

CSI 101
Gumshoes will learn how to solve mysteries by looking into the science that real detectives use, including fingerprinting, DNA typing and criminal investigation techniques.
July 7 – 11 (Morning Only)

Amusement Park Robotics
Techno-kids will explore the world of robotics and learn about the physics behind popular amusement park rides, while designing their own unique “rides” in EdVenture’s CyberLoft.
July 28 – Aug 1 (Morning Only)

Wilderness Explorers Sr.
Young outdoorsmen and women will learn about what it takes to explore the wilderness. This includes the appropriate gear, right skills and safety techniques.  Campers will put this knowledge to the test while exploring the museum’s backyard and learning about local flora and fauna.
Aug 11 – 15 (Morning Only)

Camps must meet minimum enrollment numbers to avoid cancellation. Parents will be notified at least seven days in advance of any changes in schedule.