Girls in Science Camp (Ages 8-12)

Girls in Science, a program of Sci-Tech Camp, meets in the morning and joins the co-ed environment in the afternoon.

The camp targets the gender gap that exists worldwide in the STEM fields. We believe that immersing young girls in a friendly and engaging science environment during the summer will help to foster greater confidence in science-related fields.

Campers will work together in teams to design and construct life-size boats, solve a murder mystery with forensic science, build model bridges to walk across, and much more. Campers will also put on their goggles and lab coats and run experiments to make the stickiest slime, grow sparkly crystals, and create soda explosions.

2024 dates and themes

Each week brings a different experience to Girls in Science! Take a look at each of our available weeks to see our themes so you can get a sense of what is in store for your camper.

Week 1: June 17 to June 21

Dude Perfect
If you like sports and comedy, come join our Dude Perfect week! Based off of the Dude Perfect group seen on YouTube, campers will go through a series of challenges and mini games and battles, then be tasked with creating a challenge of their own for the camp to take on! Who will set the record for the longest basketball shot? How can we make our rockets fly even higher? Your ideas, creations, and tricks will have your fellow campers saying, “Dude, that’s perfect!”

Please note: there is no camp on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.

Week 2: June 24 to June 28

Escape the Room
Are you brave? Do you have an ability to solve riddles and challenging puzzles? Then, this week is just what you have been looking for! Campers will design and create “Escape Rooms” with mechanical, electrical, and maybe even chemical challenges of skill and brains. At the end of the week, everyone will try to solve each room. Who will be able to beat the buzzer and escape!

Week 3: July 1 to July 5

CSI Investigation
Whodunnit? We’re gonna find out! Gonna’ find out what the mystery’s all about! Campers will partake in different interactive investigations using their best forensic skills…and a little improv! Join the lead detective at DXSF PD and determine who committed the crime. Collect evidence, analyze your findings, and maybe use a spy gadget or two to solve the mystery!

Please note: there is no camp on Thursday, July 4, 2024.

Week 4: July 8 to July 12

Arcade Games
Who else loves going to the arcade? Ever wanted to build a life size arcade game? This week is for you! Campers will be challenged to build an arcade game as big as the Empire State Building if they wish. At the end of the week, we will put these games to the test! Who will break the ski-ball and Pacman high scores? Who will hit the jackpot? Only one way to find out… Join us as we create the first ever DXSF Arcade!

Week 5: July 15 to July 19

The 2024 Norse Mythology Olympics
One of the closets in the Clay Center leads right to Asgard, and the Norse Gods need some help defending the tree of life! Campers-turned-warriors will travel through Midguard, Jotunheim, and Asgard alongside the mighty Thor, Loki, Odin, and Balder to ensure that peace is returned to all realms. Campers will be divided into teams and compete in every kind of event you can imagine. Have you ever built or sailed in a viking ship? Everything is on the line during Norse Olympic Week!

Week 6: July 22 to July 26

Kings and Kingdoms
Dukes and Duchesses, people of all great regions, there is a great war commencing. You must defend your castle at all costs! Campers will be tasked with building a palace that will withstand the force of the all-mighty weapon…water balloons! Which palace will stand the longest? What tactics will your kingdom use to defend your honor and destroy your enemies? Only one way to find out… at Friday's battle for the Sci-Tech/GIS throne!

Week 7: July 29 to August 2

Get ready for camp

Packing list

Helpful hints

Label all items that you send to camp!
Since we are spending time both inside and outside, please wear sneakers or close-toed shoes, not flip flops or sandals without a heel strap! This will keep campers safe and able to participate in all activities.
Please apply sunscreen before your camper arrives to camp in the morning and send in a labeled supply in your child's backpack so we can reapply throughout the day and after swimming.
Camp can be a messy place! We highly encourage you to send your child to camp in play clothes so they can confidently take part in all activities without worry that their nice clothes may come home messier than intended.
Our staff asks that your child arrive with a backpack or drawstring bag each day so we can help keep your camper organized as well as send home any projects.

Valuables

Electives

Your camper will get the chance to choose some of their weekly activities before they arrive at camp!

Some of our 2022 options included the following: Cool Chemistry, Kitchen Chemistry, Maker Lab, Forensics, Rocketry, Outdoor Adventure, Roblox Game Design, Egg Drop, VR Worldbuilding, Lego Madness, Archery, Electronics, Marine Science, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Graphic Design, Quests and Costumes, Music Tech, Advanced Rocketry, Advanced Archery, and Advanced Coding!

Sample Daily Schedule

8:00-8:30 a.m.
Check-in and attendance

8:30-9:40 a.m.
STEM challenge

9:40-10:15 a.m.
Clubhouse activities and snack

10:15-11:05 a.m.
Rocketry

11:05 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Crushing & Crashing

12:00-12:30 p.m.
Lunch and free time

12:30-12:45 p.m.
Counselor Challenge

12:45-1:30 p.m.
Watercraft

1:30-2:15 p.m.
Cool Chemistry

2:15-3:00 p.m.
Sports & Outdoors/Archery

3:00-3:15 p.m.
Free time

3:15-3:30 p.m.
Pack up

3:30 p.m.
Dismissal