Kids' University

Kids' University

Kids' University

There is so much to explore and experience beyond the classroom with fun and enriching topics. Learn about the same topics as college students, without the studying or tests! Featuring many new and exciting offerings in the areas of Natural Science, Sustainability, and Engineering, in addition to many yearly favorites.

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Drone Racing & Rocket Launching

Get your adrenaline running this summer with this exciting camp! Are you intrigued by drones? Do you want to learn more about this amazing technology? What about learning to fly them and participating in aerial races? Learn the science behind flight! Not only will you race drones against your friends, you’ll learn about model rocketry and how to shoot rockets up to 300 feet into “space.” This camp also includes a “swarm” of fun STEAM projects.

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June 10-147-8$469
June 10-149-11$469

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Engineer LEGO® Boats

All aboard the fastest water vessel in LEGO® city! Power up your engineering skills to construct boats that actually float. Apply real-world concepts to physics and mechanical engineering as you work with different propulsion systems; from paddles to propellers and much more. You’ll be using LEGO® Technic pieces and electric motors to build the fastest boat to race against your friends.

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August 5-97-9$469
August 5-99-11$469

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Enraptured with Raptors

Want to learn all about the birds of prey called raptors? This eye-opening learning experience is designed to inspire young learners to protect raptors and the environment we share. Find out what characteristics all raptors have in common and the difference between owls, falcons, hawks and other raptors. Learn all about the impact humans have on our environment and about some of our greatest environmental success stories, such as those of the peregrine falcon and the bald eagle. Take part in activities at the Raptor Center, and see live raptors up close!

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June 17-21*6-7$399
June 17-21*8-10$399

*No camp on June 19th due to the Juneteenth Holiday

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Environment Explorers

Give your camper the opportunity to fall in love with the environment! Youth will have the opportunity to learn about the magic of compost, the importance of the 3 R's (reduce, reuse, recycle), how to consider sustainability in construction projects, the environmental impact of cows, and more! This will be a fully hands-on experience, and whatever your camper is interested in, from aquatic systems to lego castles, we've got it in this environmentally friendly camp!

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July 15-196-8$399
August 12-168-10$399

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Food, Agriculture, & U

Have you ever wondered where the food you eat every day comes from? How is it grown? How do we calculate its nutrition content, and how do we breed more nutritious and tastier varieties? Can we adapt the plants we eat so they can survive the changing climate? This new camp will take you behind-the-scenes to gain hands-on experience with these issues working with scientists.

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June 24-2811-14$399

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Minecraft Pokémon Adventures

This camp is a dream come true for all Minecraft and Pokémon fans! Discover with friends how these two fantastic worlds have been combined into a single spectacular universe as we explore amazing Minecraft Pokémon Worlds. Take your adventure to the next level as you learn how to import mods and texture packs. 

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July 8-127-8$469
July 8-129-11$469

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Nature Detectives

Something has gone amiss at the Nature Center! Use your wits, sort through clues, go on missions, and tackle team building challenges. Campers will think like detectives and scientists to solve the mystery and learn about the natural world and themselves along the way. Dress for outdoor activity.

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August 12-166-8$449
August 12-169-11$449

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Nature's Kitchen: Roots to Fruits

Take a delicious journey through the wonders of plants! Uncover the science behind your favorite fruits and veggies, discover plant superpowers, and cook up some lifelong memories at the Nature Center. Each day, you’ll explore a different plant part and make a new recipe.

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June 10-146-8$459
June 10-149-11$459
July 29 - August 26-8$459

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On the Wild Side

Spend a week on the wild side at the Nature Center! Discover the fascinating traits and survival tactics of diverse animals. Track their footprints and decode their signs, play chef at an imaginary restaurant serving up dishes fit for the animal kingdom, interact with live animals and create your own unique creature. More awaits on this wildlife journey! 

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July 22-266-7$449
July 22-268-10$449

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Ooey, Gooey, Wet & Wild

Are you ready to get messy? Create ooey gooey edible mixtures, meet slippery critters, and play with water. This camp is full of activities from the slimy side of nature. Dress for outdoor activity at the Nature Center.

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August 5-96-8$449
August 5-99-11$449

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Raptor Biomimicry

What do talons have to do with non-slip shoes, or vultures with solar energy? How do feathers and eggs inspire insulators and camouflage? Explore nature’s designs and how humans can be inspired by them! Spend the week designing and engineering using raptor adaptations and live birds as your muse at the Raptor Center!

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July 22-269-11$449
July 22-2612-15$449

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Rooted in STEM

Join us for a week-long adventure by delving deep into the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) with Root & STEM Mentoring Program! This immersive experience will nurture scientific curiosity through engaging hands-on activities led by dedicated female STEM students at the University of Minnesota. Campers will be testing their engineering prowess in parachute egg drop challenges where they will design, create, and test their own ideas in a real laboratory, accompanied by a tour. The fun continues by learning the science of growing crystals in the shape of your name and creating a model of human lungs. Meaningful engagement with the natural landscape continues with field trips and exploration of nature’s ingenuity through the lens of biomimicry. This new camp is crafted to foster critical thinking skills and scientific inquiry, and tailored to ensure that young minds with all kinds of interests receive a unique blend of fun and learning.

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July 15-199-12$419

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Scales & Tails

Are you ready to touch a turtle, croak like a bullfrog and find your place in a marsh ecosystem? This camp is for all animal-lovers. Dive into the fascinating world of cold-blooded creatures with crafts, exciting games, and up-close encounters with our scaly friends at the Nature Center.

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July 15-196-7$449
July 15-198-10$449

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Soaring the World with Raptors

Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a raptor? Soar the world with them through the seasons! Learn what it takes to migrate, survive the winter cold, nest in the spring, and swap in a new set of feathers as you get up close and personal with the birds at the Raptor Center.

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July 8-126-7$459
July 8-128-9$459

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Wild Things

During this wild week, campers will start in Minnesota and then embark on a journey around the world! From South America to Africa to Asia, campers will encounter Como’s amazing plants and animals and construct a wild craft to take home. Passports not required!

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July 29 - August 28-10$499

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Wizarding World of Wildlife

In the tradition of Hogwarts, discover potions, herbology, transfiguration and the care of magical creatures. What do raptors have to do with dragons? Which magical house will you end up in? What magical properties will your wand be made out of? Find answers to these questions and uncover the secrets of Minnesota’s Hedwig and other interesting animals at the Raptor Center.

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June 24-288-9$449
June 24-2810-12$449

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Working with Wildlife

What’s it like to work with wildlife? Come find out and explore careers in veterinary medicine, animal care, animal training, field biology, scientific illustrations and art! Participate in hands-on activities and get up close and personal with the Raptor Center’s live education birds. A fun way to learn about the exciting science of working with wildlife.

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July 29 - August 29-11$449
July 29 - August 212-15$449

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