Explosively Fun Science Adventure Camps. Guaranteed.
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Let SciTech provide first-class educational fun for your kids ALL DAY LONG!
Dr. Shawn's Science Adventure Camps run from 9:00AM to 3:00PM.  
You can extend the learning and the convenience through our special Before Care and After Care programs.
Now you can drop off your kids off at 8:00AM and pick them up as late as 5:00PM. (Additional fee required.)

REFUND POLICY
If you cancel a session at least 14 days prior to the start date, a refund will be issued, less a $25 administrative fee. Absolutely no refunds will be issued after that time. SciTech has a minimum enrollment policy of 8 children per class, with a maximum of 20 per class.
If a class does not reach the minimum enrollment and SciTech cancels that class you will be notified at least one week in advance and given a full refund.
QUESTIONS?
Contact Esther Allen at (630) 859-3434 x228

Chef’s Chemistry
Get Totally Ballistic…. In the kitchen! Learn about food chemistry and make a BIG mess at the same time. Explore how to rock out with your spoons out in the coolest kitchen camp this summer. Experiment with food you’d find in your kitchen and then combine them for explosive results. Learn how to use a microwave like a mad scientist, and then wow your friends and parents with what you’ve learned. This camp goes fast, so sign up today!		 C.S.I. Forensic Adventures
Future crime fighters unite! Investigate how real detectives solve mysteries as you learn the science behind fingerprinting, ink identification, and even DNA sequencing. Inspect a mock crime scene and collect real clues to discover who dunnit. Campers will solve a mystery in the museum while using observation skills, cryptography, and forensics. 		Totally Ballistic!
If you enjoy explosions and things that fly this camp is for you. Put some bang into your summer with a week that focuses on rocket science, flight, and ballistics. Build rockets, airplanes, catapults, and cannons. Master key safety skills while you learn some seriously fun backyard science. This camp fills up fast, so sign up today.
Bugzapalooza
This camp puts campers in face-to-face with the creepy crawlies. Friend or foe, soft or spiky, our buggy friends are here to stay. Explore the bug and insect world through observation. Learn how to capture and raise insects of all sorts and gain insight into the mysteries of life on Earth. Learn about bugs from all over the world and discover why insects are so important. Campers will search for their own specimens and get lots of face time with their new friends. Ages 6-9 only. 		Science of Green
In this all-new science camp your mission is to save the planet! This camp will explore first-hand the science behind new energy sources, the effects of pollution on land, in the air, in our own Fox River and how you can make a difference. Discover how to go green with the help of cutting edge home-made science techniques that you can use at home. Each week of Science of Green for ages 10-14 explores different topics, so if you’re into ecology you can sign up for both!		 Tech Trek
Back again with all new challenges and technological extremes. Explore the far reaches of your computer while learning how to use today’s best free kid-friendly software. Campers will explore programming using Lego NXT Mindstorm kits and build their own robot to command and compete against other campers! Ages 10-14 only.
Volcanos, Quakes and Plates
Back by popular demand! Examine the Earth from the crust to the core and back again in this popular geological camp. Learn about the dynamic Earth you stand on through tons of hands-on activities. Explore how the Great Lakes were formed and get up close and personal with tectonic plates, earthquakes, and volcanoes.