Summer Science Camp

Spark your child's imagination at Summer Science Camp.

What amazing things will your child encounter this summer? Bizarre bugs, wriggling frogs, and fairy worlds await. Every day is an adventure at Summer Science Camp. Discover more than 100 rompin'-stompin'-good-fun camps for K-8th graders, June 11 through August 10, 2012. Hurry while spots still last!

Download a printable online brochure of camp offerings!

REGISTER NOW!
ONLINE 
(Once inside our online registration system, click on the "Summer Science Camp" folder. Then, click on the folder that indicates your child's "entering grade level." From there, you should easily find and register for your camps.)

CALL 630-719-2468, Monday-Friday; 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
VISIT The Visitor Center, daily during regular hours
 

Counselor in Training (CIT) Program
Just for teens!
If you are 13-16 years old and love nature and working with children, apply for our Counselor in Training program.  CIT starts with a one-week training camp, followed by volunteer time as a summer science camp assistant.  Application required. Application deadline is April 2, 2012.   Supported in part by the Exelon Foundation.

2012 Required Medical and Permission Forms
Forms A, B and C must be completed by all parents (one form per child) and faxed or mailed to the Camp Coordinator no later than two weeks prior to the start of camp.  Forms D, E, and F must be completed and signed by the parent and child's physician before medication will be administered or permitted onsite during summer science camp. 

Still have questions? Call 630-719-2468 and our education staff will help you find the perfect camp for your child.

Science Camps partially funded by