Earth Camp Summer 2009
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Campers will learn about the earth through projects, observations, and trips |
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Ages 6 - 12 |
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July 6 through August 28
Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 3:00pm
optional before/after child care
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| Cost: |
Registration before May 15 - $420/2-week session
Registration between May 15 and June 15 - $465/2-week session
Discounts available for multiple sign-ups.
Before care is provided from 8am - 9am for an additional $5/day
After care is provided from 3pm - 5pm for an additional $10/day
Non-refundable application fee of $25 which will be applied to the camp tuition
Deposit of $100 by Friday, May 15
Balance is due Monday, June 15
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All weeks include swimming and outdoor play. Snack provided.
To register, print out theSummer Camp registration form, fill in and mail or bring into our office. Contact information for the UCAL office |
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Program (4 two-week sessions)
Session 1: Earth (starts July 6)
Topics: Ecosystems and sustainability
Projects: Building ecosystems
Trips: University of Pennsylvania Bio-pond, Bartram Gardens, the Philadelphia Zoo
Session 2: Wind (starts July 20)
Topics: Windmills and aviation
Projects: Kite making and flying, mobiles, and recycled wind chimes
Trips: the Franklin Institute, Bird Sanctuary at the Water Department Reservoir
Session 3: Fire (starts August 3)
Topics: Fire safety and the sun and its power
Projects: Building volcanoes
Trips: Fire Station tour, Solar Energy Factory
Session 4: Water (starts August 17)
Topics: Bodies of water and marine life
Projects: Building boats and making instruments that use water
Trips: Wissahickon Creek, Fairmount Water Works
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Contact the UCAL office for
more details.
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