Apex Parks and Rec

This science club will take place at Apex Parks and Recreation (13150 W 72nd Ave, Arvada, CO 80005)

Science Matters Summer Camp Offerings at Apex Parks and Rec

Take a Dive: Dive into the world of marine biology and oceanography! In our half day camp, you’ll dissect a real shark, participate in a fisherman’s challenge, examine the anatomy of a fish and learn the ancient technique of gyotaku or “fish rubbing”, learn to survive at sea by making your own solar still, get creative as you build a kelp forest and design your own submarine. Stay for the full day camp and come face-to-face with some unique sea creatures! You’ll complete a squid dissection, bring to life genuine Triassic Triops, engage in a fascinating whale adaptation lab, and discover the many weird wonders that live under the sea. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable ocean adventure! For ages 5-10

Wizarding Wonders of Science: Is it science or magic? You’ll find out! In our half-day camp you’ll create erupting foam monsters, conduct amazing air pressure experiments, dig for hidden treasures, unravel the mysteries of illusions and build your own spectroscopes to explore the vibrant spectrum of light. Stay for the full day and prepare for more captivating discoveries as we investigate creepy creatures, learn clever troll tricks, capture a rainbow in a bottle, make instant snow, mix up glowing slime and conduct lab tests on mystery substances. For ages 5-10

Science Sampler: Experience a sampling of different science themes each day! Become an inventor and build your own circuit to send messages in Morse Code, become a geologist and go gemstone mining, and become a chemist as you create oozy glowing slime and other crazy chemistry concoctions! For ages 5-10

Camp CSI: Become a Science Explorers CSI! We’ll use forensic techniques to document evidence, lift fingerprints, analyze mystery powders, conduct simulated blood testing, extract DNA from bananas, perform fiber analysis, and use a black light to uncover hidden clues.  See if you’ll be the one to crack the case! For ages 5-10

Science Adventures: Join us as we transform our 2024-25 after-school club topics into an unforgettable week-long camp adventure! Uncover the mysteries of ancient Egypt, build your own weather station to explore the wild world of meteorology, and get elbow deep in the science of slime. Plus, you’ll whip up delicious homemade ice cream, investigate the fascinating realm of sound, and experiment with chemistry mixtures that fizz and pop. Each day is packed with fun and discovery! For ages 5-10

Dates and Times:

Registration: Click here for more registration information!

Refund policy: Any participant may receive a full refund, minus processing fees, until after the second class is completed. After the second class there will be no refunds granted, or partial credits given, for any reason. This policy also applies to full semester sign up. The second class is defined as the second class of Fall Semester.