Summer science camps 2010
Posted on June 23rd, 2010 in General
With school finished for the summer, and the weather picking up, it’s officially summer-camp season. The Irish Times has come up with a list of camps happening around the country that will not only keep kids occupied and out of the house, but also hopefully channel their natural curiosity and energy into the world of science.
Here’s a short run-down of what’s on offer:
1. Centre for Advancement of Learning of Maths, Science and Technology (CALMAST), Waterford Institute of Technology: a one-week science camp for kids between the ages of 10 and 14, in early July.
Here, focus will be placed on learning through fun, in a number of areas, including biology, engineering, computing –and even CSI-style forensics examinations.
Further information can be found here
2. Space Camp, Blackrock Observatory, Cork: this series of week-long camps will seek to spark children’s interest in all things space-related. Each day will have a different space theme, and there’s also the chance for each child to build their very own rocket at the end of the week!
The camp is aimed at 8 to 12 year olds, and no particular level of scientific knowledge is needed. For more, see here or call 021 4357 917.
3. Clarity (Irish centre for web sensor technologies), Dublin City University: this camp incorporates science into outdoor activities, creating sophisticated games that incorporate physical exercise, along with spatially aware audio processing and intelligent object tracking.
Information on the programmes for the week-long sports camps can be found on the website and by calling 01 7005 797.
5. Anyone 4 Science: for a range of science camps throughout Munster and Leinster that are aimed at children between the ages of 5 and 12, go to the website, or call 0404 40563
6. Science Mania, Leitrim/Roscommon/Sligo: again, aimed at the 5-12 year old age-range, these camps introduce kids to the world of biology and chemistry in a fun and engaging way. For more see here, or call 086 205 2403
7. Whizzkids multi-media summer camp: offering activities involving web design, movie-making, and sports activities to 8-17 year olds at university locations in Galway, Dublin, Cork, and Limerick. Contact Whizzkids here or call 061 339178.
Also, the original article this information appeared in is available on the Irish Times website.
