EDUCATION
WILD WONDERS CAMP Kids explore the wonders of the animal kingdom. Each day, they learn about a new habitat and meet the animals that call it home through engaging crafts, games and daily outdoor play. Grades 1-4. July 7-11, daily from 12:30-3:30 pm at Saint George's School. $150. sgs.org
CAMP INVENTION Campers team up with friends and fellow peers for hands-on, open-ended STEM activities like creating their own mechanical claw machine, uncovering the science behind optical illusions and studying penguins and the ice and snow of Antarctica. For students entering grades K-6. June 23-27 (Moran Prairie Elementary, Spokane) and July 7-11 (Betz Elementary School, Cheney). Programs take place from 9 am-3:30 pm. $275-$280; scholarships available at some locations. invent.org/camp
DISCOVERY ROBOTS SUMMER CAMPS Campers explore programming and building robots with various materials and softwares. Sessions include Mission Mars Exploration (June 23-27) and Lego Challenge Camp (Aug. 7-11). Grades 1-7. Hosted at Westminster Congregational UCC Church, Spokane. $190/week. discoveryrobots.org 509-688-9244
THE SCIENCE OF BUBBLES CAMP A hands-on adventure into the science of bubbles. Discover the magic behind their shapes, colors and movement as kids create bubble-themed crafts and conduct experiments. Grades 1-4. June 23-27, daily from 12:30-3:30 pm at Saint George's School. $150. sgs.org
SPOLANG LANGUAGE CAMPS A real-time virtual summer session for brand new or beginner Spanish and German language learners. Kids participate in interactive, age appropriate games, song and projects that center around a specific theme. July 7-10 and 15-18 (German) and July 14-17 (Spanish). Online. Call for class times. Price TBD. spolang.org 509-981-1155
TECH TREK Tech Trek introduces girls to local successful female STEM professionals while teaching girls that their intellectual skills will grow over time, demonstrating that it's possible to break traditional female career stereotypes. Qualifying campers should be entering grade 8 in the fall, and girls must be nominated by a teacher. Sessions offered July 13-19 at Pacific Lutheran University. $50 registration fee; campers must be nominated and selected. techtrek-wa.aauw.net
SATORI CAMP A camp that allows academically and intellectually talented students to experience their first taste of college. Students choose from a variety of mini-courses to participate in throughout the duration of camp. Campers can choose to stay in EWU dorms or commute. Grades 7-12. July 20-26 at Eastern Washington University, Cheney. $975-$1,075. Scholarships available. inside.ewu.edu/satoricamp 800-999-8363
FULL STEAM AHEAD! Explore where art, nature and STEM collide through activities like building Rube Goldberg machines, making video game pixel art, exploring the power of the sun and crafting with electronics. Grades 1-6. Sessions offered July 22-25 and July 29-Aug. 1 from 9 am-2 pm at the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture. $45-$50. northwestmuseum.org 509-456-3931
STEAM CAMP Discover the exciting ways that art and STEM collide through hands-on crafts and activities like making slime, designing Rube Goldberg machines and more. Grades 3-6. July 14-18, daily from 9 am-4 pm at Saint George's School. $300. sgs.org
JUNIOR SATORI CAMP Embracing a theme rooted in creativity, puzzles and problem-solving. The camp invites students to embark on a journey imagining the future they want to experience. Ages 8-11. July 23-27 from 8:30 am-2:30 pm at the Libby Center in Spokane. $275; scholarships available. inside.ewu.edu/satoricamp 800-999-8363
BLOOM COACHING COLLEGE APPLICATION CAMP A camp for high school students to get a jump start on the college application process while experiencing traditional camp activities. Campers depart with a heightened sense of awareness, confidence, direction, and plan for their future education. Grades 9-12. Aug. 10-15 at Lutherhaven facilities. $1,600. youandibloom.com/camp-2024 406-533-5582
HOUSEHOLD SCIENCE CAMP Students explore a wide array of topics and fields related to science through hands-on experiments in a safe environment. They learn about food science, density, aerodynamics and more. Coed, ages 7-12. July 7-11 from 9 am-noon in the Wren Pierson Community Center. $230. cityofcheney.org
READY, SET, GO! WRITING CAMP Campers learn writing and reading strategies as well as science topics by exploring favorite children's literature. Grades K-2. Aug. 11-15 from 9 am-noon at St. George's School. $300. sgs.org 509-466-1636
GONZAGA PREP SCIENCE SAFARI CAMP Explore the ecology and wildlife of Australia through exciting hands-on activities like model building and interactive games that teach about organisms, nature and the fascinating world of the outback. Grades 3-7. Three sessions offered from June 23-26. At Gonzaga Prep. $100. gprep.com
GONZAGA PREP ROBOTICS CAMP Explore the world of robotics and learn to code and program robots through fun challenges led by Gonzaga Prep teachers. Grades 4-8. Four sessions offered June 17-26. At Gonzaga Prep. $100. gprep.com
GONZAGA PREP GRAMMAR ROCKS CAMP This camp helps kids become better writers and breaks down the challenges of grammar in fun ways by providing a crash course on the most common grammar mistakes that plague high school students. Grades 7-10. Aug. 11-14, daily from 8-8:55 am. At Gonzaga Prep. $100. gprep.com
GONZAGA PREP MIDDLE SCHOOLS STUDY SKILLS CAMP A study skills seminar designed to help with goal setting, time management, learning styles, organization, note taking, test taking and more. Grades 6-8. Aug. 11-14, daily from 9-9:55 am. At Gonzaga Prep. $100. gprep.com
CAMP READ-A-RAMA Read and explore children's books with libraries and then use the books' themes for camp activities, crafts, music and games to set kids up for success in the coming school year. Grades 2-5. Sessions offered weekly from June 23-July 31, Mon-Thu from 9 am-1 pm. At North Spokane Library and Spokane Valley Library. Free. scld.org
LIBRARY SUMMER CAMP in Spanish Make crafts, listen to stories, play games and do science experiments in Spanish. This program is intended for children who understand spoken Spanish and are willing to try speaking some. Registration is required. Grades 2-5. Aug. 12-14, daily from 9 am-1 pm. At Spokane Valley Library. Free. scld.org
CODING CAMP In this three-day camp, learn the basic principles of program design and apply those skills to create instructions for different gadgets, both virtual and physical. There will be plenty of activities, including individual and collaborative challenges to tackle. All supplies are provided. Registration is required. Ages 10-14. July 9-11, daily from 2-4 pm. At North Spokane Library. Free. scld.org
CREATE GAMES WITH SPHERO BOLT Sphero BOLT is a versatile robot that can be programmed to perform a variety of tasks. In this three-day workshop, learn the basics of programming the BOLT and explore the kind of games that it can be instructed to play. Next, program one or more BOLT robots to play a game you've invented or adapted and then demonstrate your creation to friends and family who are invited to visit on the final day of camp. Registration is required. Ages 10-14. July 24-26, daily from 10 am-noon. At North Spokane Library. Free. scld.org
VIDEO BOOT CAMP Create a video from start to finish with fellow video enthusiasts during this 2-day video boot camp. Learn the basics of scripting, planning, shooting, and editing video. Get hands-on training with the library's recording and lighting equipment and instruction in using post-production editing software. Registration is required. Ages 12-17. Aug. 9-10, daily from 10 am-noon. At Spokane Valley Library. Free. scld.org
LIBRARY SUMMER CAMP in Spanish Make crafts, listen to stories, play games and do science experiments in Spanish. This program is intended for children who understand spoken Spanish and are willing to try speaking some. Registration is required. Grades 2-5. Aug. 12-14, daily from 9 am-1 pm. At Spokane Valley Library. Free. scld.org
KROC CENTER STEM CAMPS Four weeks of themed STEM camps including Intro to Chemistry (June 9-13), Weather (June 23-27), Intro to Biology (July 28-Aug. 1) and Astronomy (Aug. 11-15). Ages 7-15; varies by camp. At the Kroc Center, Coeur d'Alene. $85-$100. kroccda.org
BIOMOTION ADVENTURE CAMP Kids explore the science of movement and the mechanics of the human body through crafts and hands-on activities. July 28-31, 9 am-noon ( grades 2-5) and 12:30-3:30 pm (grades 6-8). At Saint George's School. $150. sgs.org
CELEBRATING OUR COMMUNITY HELPERS Kids will explore the careers of various community helpers with special appearances from firefighters, police officers, park rangers and more. Ages 6-11. July 7-11, daily from 9 am-3 pm at the Corbin Art Center. $199. spokanerec.org
FLIGHT 509 AVIATION STEAM CAMP Soar into a high-energy adventure exploring the science of flight. Campers will build, test, and experiment with hands-on aviation activities plus, meet a retired pilot for real flying stories. Ages 6-12. June 23-27, daily from 9 am-3:30 am at Flight 509, Spokane. $375. flight509.com
FLIGHT 509 ROGER'S SENSORY EXPLORATION CAMP Designed for curious minds, this camp engages the senses through exciting hands-on experiments and creative projects. Campers will mix, mold and explore different textures, scents and sensations before diving into all the action-packed fun Flight 509 has to offer. Ages 6-12. July 7-11, daily from 9 am-3:30 am at Flight 509, Spokane. $375. flight509.com
FLIGHT 509 ADVENTURE PARK GAUNTLET CAMP This high-energy camp builds confidence, teamwork and coordination through exciting obstacle courses and friendly competitions within Flight 509 Adventure Park. Bumper cars, Ninja Training Course, Ropes Course and more. Ages 6-12. Aug. 4-8, daily from 9 am-3:30 am at Flight 509, Spokane. $375. flight509.com
BLUE SKY DAY CAMPS Blue Sky Camps invite children to explore nature, creativity and mindfulness through hands-on activities like building birdhouses, baking bread, singing and painting. Weekly sessions include I AM Connected (June 23-27 and July 21-25), I AM Capable (July 7-11 and July 28-Aug. 1) and I AM Creative (July 14-18 and Aug. 4-8). Ages 6-13. Meets daily from 9 am-2 pm at Harmony Woods Retreat Center. $333; discounts available. iamalliance.me
