This summer we celebrate 25 years of Nature Camp with a theme grounded in curiosity, connection, and discovery. Each week invites campers to explore the natural world through time: learning from the past, engaging deeply with the present, and imagining a future shaped by thoughtful care for the land. Through time on the trail, nature-based... View Article

Join us for a week, all about animals! Explore animal classifications, adaptations and habitats! Connect outdoors through play and learn how to Help Out Wild Life (HOWL)! All campers meet animals up-close, play in our splash pads and have opportunities to collaborate with other campers through different activities each day. Now with a FULL DAY... View Article

Explore the many habitats of animals around the world and identify what an animal needs to both survive and thrive in the wild. Campers will then get to design and build a model of a wild habitat for the animal of their choice! Members $335 | General $385 Grades 1 - 2 July 6 – 10

How does the Phoenix Zoo design homes for animals? Campers will learn all about how to build an exhibit in the Zoo, Species Survival Plans, and how zoos design spaces that help care for animals’ physical and mental wellbeing. Campers will then get to design and build a model Zoo habitat for the animal of... View Article

Did you know there are animals at the Zoo that guests don’t get to see? Join us this week as we explore the Phoenix Zoo’s work in conserving species native to Arizona. Campers will learn all about conservation projects at the Zoo, and then design a conservation plan for a local species of their choice!... View Article

Take the lead and code your own adventures in Scratch. You’ll build interactive games that send you as far as outer space, blasting away the meteors in your path! Explore core concepts like variables, loops, and events in a creative visual coding environment. Along the way, gain confidence in math and coding fundamentals. Then, use... View Article

Unlock your passion for game design in Roblox Studio! You’ll build a game from scratch—sculpting imaginative terrain, modeling 3D parts, and using built-in scripts to create challenges. Envision a world for players to journey through, from sprawling rivers made of lava to zombie hordes or laser-trapped rooms! Then, publish your game online so all your... View Article

Step directly into Roblox experiences with virtual reality and the Meta Quest 3 headset! You’ll envision, build, and playtest a VR game from start to finish in Roblox Studio. Craft a story and build a 3D terrain that you’ll explore in virtual space. With built-in scripts, you’ll create unique challenges for your players to tackle.... View Article

The ultimate showdown is here! BattleBots® combines the craftsmanship of engineering with the high-octane excitement of a robotics championship. Grab your goggles and get ready to build a robot from scratch before battling in the arena. With your teammates, you’ll brainstorm and workshop your bot with hands-on building challenges. Design custom attachments like a claw arm... View Article

Bring your BattleBots® champion home after camp with the all-new iD Tech robotics kit! You’ll build your own fighting robot from the ground up, starting with a motor-driven chassis. Construct your bot’s frame and give it life by wiring a programmable brain! Then, utilize 3D printing technology to manufacture armor and attachments. Iterate and refine your... View Article

Begin your journey into computer programming with Python, one of the most in-demand coding languages in the world. You’ll tackle coding challenges and explore fundamental syntax, from defining variables and functions to building console-based games that utilize random number generation. Design character classes with stats and code an all-out battle to determine who comes out... View Article

Wield your imagination and bring the project of your dreams to life! You’ll build a foundation in art and animation principles that industry professionals use—from Disney animators to illustrators and game artists. Sharpen your drawing skills, design characters, and tackle animation exercises. Then, compile your work into a visual portfolio. With the powerful suite of... View Article

BattleBots® combines the craftsmanship of engineering with the high-octane excitement of a robotics championship. You’ll customize, build, and wire a base with your teammates, using the VEX Robotics Design System for your bot. Devise custom attachments like a claw arm, battering ram, or kill switch to conquer the arena. Then, program your robot with VEX C++... View Article

Machine learning has introduced many of today’s greatest technological advancements, including object recognition. From self-driving cars to home security systems with intruder detection, data scientists can help make the world a safer place. You’ll take a look under the hood at how AI systems are built and machine learning models are trained. Develop your own... View Article

How can we be superheroes for the plants and animals around us? Through nature exploration and hands-on activities, campers will discover everyday actions that they can do to protect the planet — no cape required! From forests and wetlands to deserts and oceans, we’ll uncover nature’s superpowers and how humans can help — or harm... View Article

Admire the incredible diversity of animals in the Sonoran Desert! Each day focuses on a different animal taxonomic group as campers explore what makes each group unique, learn about conservation challenges that wildlife face, and meet live animals up close. Through hands-on activities and engaging discovery, campers will build curiosity about science, develop empathy for... View Article

The Junior Entomology Academy promotes the education of entomology for kids ages 6 – 10 years-old. Our mission is to inspire a love of bugs in the next generation of entomologists, to assist in their education, and to provide resources for improving their knowledge. We do this primarily through our annual Bug Camps. Our goal... View Article

Mad Science invites you to fly with science at our exciting Mad Science Phenomenal Flights Camp. Aerodynamics and Motion are the stars of this fun-filled week. Design and build everything from kites and planes to a miniature hovercraft. Learn about celestial navigation as you go on a tour of our galaxy. Experience the laws of... View Article

Rockin' Rockets and Robot Recruits camps combined! Rockin' Rockets: From the earliest flying machines to the first rocket flights, this hands-on program for children (ages 7-12) will allow them to build many different flying devices, see how Newton's laws of motion help explain how things move and how rockets fly, and show them how amazing... View Article

Exploring the Moon – Campers will enjoy learning about the moon with fun activities like creating and designing spacesuits, building Earth/moon models, and constructing craters. Other activities will include hiking, drawing, playing games, and more. Grades 1 - 2 July 6 - 10  

Discovering the Sun – Campers will build solar-powered devices to learn how to harness the sun’s energy. Additionally, campers will safely observe the Sun with telescopes and solar models. Other activities will include hiking, drawing, playing games, and more.   Grades 3 - 4 July 6-10

Lighting Our Way – Campers will construct spectrometers and participate in exciting activities to learn about the electromagnetic spectrum. Other activities will include hiking, drawing, playing games, and more.   Grades 5 - 6 July 6-10  

Are you interested in learning about how mammals and reptiles work together in different ecosystems? This is the camp for you! This camp has an exciting mix of both mammal and reptile knowledge! Are you interested in learning about different ecosystems and the mammals and reptiles in them? What kinds of relationships they have together... View Article

This week-long camp focuses on the different environments, aka Biomes, that various reptiles live in! Each day will focus on a different biome including Aquatic, Grassland, Forest, Desert and Tundra. Reptiles have various adaptations that allow them to survive in these areas, we will meet animals from each of these habitats to explore their unique features!... View Article

Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is designed to give children too young to participate in our Adult Volunteer Program a chance to learn and work at PHS.  Each day is three... View Article

3...2...1...Blast off into a summer of space exploration at NASA ASTRO® Camp with CAMP INNOVATION! Campers will train like real astronauts as they explore the science behind space travel, planetary systems, rocketry, robotics, and life beyond Earth. Developed in partnership with NASA, this exciting camp brings the wonders of STEM to life through hands-on experiments,... View Article

This camp introduces kids to the idea that scientists exist in many different careers all around us. Your little scientists will step into the roles of astronauts, engineers, doctors, and physicists to explore how much science shapes each profession. They’ll discover the real‑world importance of scientific thinking through hands‑on activities and imaginative role‑play. This flexible... View Article

Get ready for a wild ride through Earth’s most extreme adventures! In Nature Unleashed, campers will shake things up with earthquake simulations, create mini volcano eruptions, and explore the swirling power of hurricanes, tornadoes, and tsunamis. From roaring wildfires to icy blizzards, kids will uncover the awesome science behind nature’s biggest events. It’s one action-packed... View Article

During this 5-day camp, your camper will go on a journey around the world from right here in Tucson.  Campers will see firsthand animals that live in all different places, from the vast savannas of Africa to the steamy rainforests of the Amazon and beyond, finding out along the way what makes these habitats and... View Article

During this 5-day camp, your camper will have an exciting week of sensory exploration as they experience Reid Park Zoo using their five senses, discovering along the way how animals use their own sensory adaptations to survive in the wild. Through engaging activities and behind the scenes tours, campers will see amazing animals in action, smell and hear the unique scents... View Article

Are you indoorsy (aren't we all in the AZ summer?) but still want the thrill of a campout? This class brings the great outdoors inside with a week of camping-themed STEM challenges. Kids build full-size tent structures in the classroom for an immersive indoor camping experience, complete with low lighting, a fake campfire, and camp... View Article

We know. Slime is all the rage. But do you know HOW it works and WHY? In this hands-on summer camp class, young scientists will unravel the mysteries behind everyone's favorite squishy substance. Discover the secrets of states of matter, delve into the fascinating realm of polymers, and unravel the magic of linking molecule chains... View Article

Learn all about amazing animals and wildlife conservation in Zoology and HOLD LIVE ANIMALS! In this hands-on camp, nerds will embark on a journey to discover the wonders of the animal kingdom. From studying endangered species to exploring the diverse habitats they call home, every day will be filled with excitement and discovery. Get ready... View Article

3D Printing is Nerding's all time most popular class! Nerds love to take this class over and over, so we are now regularly changing projects to keep things fresh and challenging for returning nerds. Also, we have 6 brand new printers that are literally 4x faster! In this fun hands-on class, nerds will craft 3D... View Article

Think like an architect, build like an engineer, and create like a game designer. In this advanced Minecraft class, older students will work in a class-only private realm to explore how real-world architecture, design, and engineering come together inside the game. They will study architectural styles and famous structures, then use those ideas to plan... View Article

Code it. Race it. Roll into robotics. In this high-energy, delightfully nerdy class, students will use Sphero robots to explore coding, engineering, and problem-solving through fast-paced, hands-on challenges. Using block-based programming, they will control speed, direction, colors, and sounds as they send their robots through mazes, obstacle courses, precision missions, and creative builds that feel... View Article

Join Hognerds School of Science & Wizardry! Explore science through magical experiments like glowing slime, levitating spheres, and more. Dress in wizard robes and craft your own wand! In this enchanting class, young wizards will discover the real science behind seemingly magical phenomena. From potions that change color to experiments that defy gravity, every lesson... View Article

Take a step behind the scenes and uncover the mysteries of artificial intelligence! This program readies the next generation of AI engineers as they work with customized machine learning models for a variety of scenarios. Students will also gain experience in block-based coding skills while building interactive projects and games. From simulating self-driving racecars to... View Article

Our classic game design camp reimagined to include even more of what you love! Make your first video game in this one-of-a-kind class that gives you the keys to designing your first 2D platformer game. Conceptualization, level design, graphics, sounds, and simple coding are just some of the concepts that we’ll explore. No prior experience... View Article

Take the next step beyond simply “playing” Minecraft and become a true Redstone engineer. Expand your Redstone knowledge by constructing your own carnival with a variety of mini-games, roller coasters, and attractions powered by Redstone. Learn how to use Command and Structure blocks to incorporate them into your builds. Activate your skills and take your... View Article

Whether you want to build the next great American company, become a Wall Street tycoon, or be the millionaire next door by investing wisely - this camp is for you! In this course, you will learn the basics of investing in the stock market, the difference between assets and liabilities, the importance of diversification, and... View Article

Find your voice and leave your mark on the world! Whether you are six or sixteen, it’s time to start a career as the next YouTube star. Explore the variety of content and personalities that exist on YouTube and how to find your own niche. Learn the Dos and Don’ts of the platform and how... View Article

Mad Science invites you to join us this summer at our exciting Mad Science Robot Recruit Camp. Learn about the uses of robots in the world. Spend time playing with our super cool red-hot robots. Use your skills to build your very own solar-powered robot to take home to “live” with you. This camp has... View Article

Little Engineers Camp invites kids to dive into the science behind the vehicles they see every day. Your little scientist will build and race their own boats and racecars as they explore motion on land and sea. They’ll blast into space-themed adventures while creating an awesome Land Windsurfing Car to learn Newton’s Laws in action.... View Article

Get ready for a wild ride through Earth’s most extreme adventures! In Nature Unleashed, campers will shake things up with earthquake simulations, create mini volcano eruptions, and explore the swirling power of hurricanes, tornadoes, and tsunamis. From roaring wildfires to icy blizzards, kids will uncover the awesome science behind nature’s biggest events. It’s one action-packed... View Article

Are you a budding Paleontologist? Study the past through fossils! Touch real fossils and create model fossils of your own! Learn about types of dinosaurs, how they lived, and what might have happened to them. You'll build a time machine and go on an ancient safari to try to spot a totally real (not at... View Article

This is a NEW CLASS, so we are working on photos, but your teacher, Mrs. Warwick (art teacher extraordinaire) is in the photos. Just look at her! You know this class will be delightful! Oh, and FYI: BOYS love this class too! Inspired by the kawaii art movement and the Pop Mart blind box craze,... View Article

Calling all young adventurers to join our NERD Astronaut Training Program for an out-of-this-world journey through the cosmos! You have a lot to learn and a lot of astronaut training to do! Budding space explorers will dive deep into the mysteries of the universe. From unraveling the secrets of our solar system's formation to discovering... View Article

BEHAVIOR NOTE: This class is incredibly fun, but drones are not chaos-powered toys. Students must stay calm, follow directions immediately, and treat the equipment, instructors, and each other with respect at all times. Unsafe, reckless, or overly silly behavior means a student will be grounded and will sit out of flying activities until they are... View Article

This class is inspired by the 'Escape Room' concept, but no one gets locked in a room. Instead, we are trying to use our clues to break into our boxes with all kinds of different, crazy locks! 'Unlock' the secrets to ancient civilizations and lost cities! Pack your bags and get ready to travel the... View Article

Get ready for an immersive journey into the world of virtual reality (VR), where you'll unlock the secrets of VR mechanics and create your very own interactive experiences! In this cutting-edge class, you'll dive into the mechanics of VR technology and learn the fundamentals of coding using CoBlocks, a block-based coding language designed for nerds... View Article

Step up from TinkerCAD into professional 3D modeling with Blender, the free, industry-standard software used by real artists, game designers, and animators. Design characters, objects, and scenes, and take home a 3D print of your creation. For students ready to go beyond TinkerCAD, this class introduces Blender, the same free, open-source 3D modeling software used... View Article

Our classic game design camp reimagined to include even more of what you love! Make your first video game in this one-of-a-kind class that gives you the keys to designing your first 2D platformer game. Conceptualization, level design, graphics, sounds, and simple coding are just some of the concepts that we’ll explore. No prior experience... View Article

Find your voice and leave your mark on the world! Whether you are six or sixteen, it’s time to start a career as the next YouTube star. Explore the variety of content and personalities that exist on YouTube and how to find your own niche. Learn the Dos and Don’ts of the platform and how... View Article

Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is designed to give children too young to participate in our Adult Volunteer Program a chance to learn and work at PHS.  Each day is three... View Article

Would you like to view the next generation sequencing technology and biomedical research laboratories where TGen scientists unlock the mysteries of cancer, diabetes, rare and neurological disease? Sign up to schedule a tour with a member of our Education and Outreach team to experience the wonders and promise of biomedical research. TGen welcomes public, senior, school... View Article

Take the first step in your astrophotography journey with an intensive course at Lowell Observatory! This 2-hour program accommodates a maximum of 6 guests. Using our 17-inch Planewave CDK Telescope and QSI 683 CCD camera, you will be taken through the process of imaging two different objects. Then, we will teach you how to combine,... View Article

Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is designed to give children too young to participate in our Adult Volunteer Program a chance to learn and work at PHS.  Each day is three... View Article

Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is designed to give children too young to participate in our Adult Volunteer Program a chance to learn and work at PHS.  Each day is three... View Article

"Take Flight" is a three-day immersive discovery flight "team experience" for a parent (or guardian) and their student. Parent/guardian participation in all camp activities (including flight) is mandatory for minors to participate. Designed to provide introductory flight training, the program is presented in three components across three days: Live flight training in beautiful north central... View Article

Do you love feeding and interacting with reptiles? Sign up for this half-day camp to act like a volunteer with activities, interactions, and real animal care opportunities! The Keeper Program is designed to give children too young to participate in our Adult Volunteer Program a chance to learn and work at PHS.  Each day is three... View Article

Offering parents a fun date night, kids are engaged in Experiments, Games, Movies! Grades K - 5 Section #: MSPR141  

Explore Air Traffic Control (ATC) through this hands-on program, which covers key systems, procedures, and technologies in air traffic management, offering students practical insight into a crucial aviation profession. Participants will learn FAA phraseology, separation standards, and procedural control, and apply these skills in realistic airspace simulations. Using FAA radar software, students will manage TRACON... View Article

Get ready for a week of gaming brilliance! As the game designer of tomorrow, you're not just attending a camp; you're stepping into the world of design, development, and building multimedia game and simulation prototypes. Imagine creating interactive virtual-reality worlds and groundbreaking game prototypes alongside Embry-Riddle students and professors. This is your chance to be... View Article

Who: High School Students ages 14-18 When: Session 3 July 12, 2026 - July 17, 2026 Where: Prescott, Arizona Tuition: $1700 Gear up for an unforgettable adventure as you take part in a thrilling, hands-on journey through the world of criminal investigation. Guided by Embry-Riddle professors and forensic experts, you'll experience every phase of solving a complex simulated... View Article