Ecology Expeditions

About the Camp

July 14–18, DAY CAMP AND RESIDENTIAL SPOTS AVAILABLE! Grades 9–12

Do you love the outdoors? Have you ever wanted to get more experience in nature? If so, this camp is for you! Visit locations throughout the areas surrounding State College to learn about the natural and human history of central Pennsylvania, how humans affect our environment, and how scientists are making efforts to repair and protect our natural world. Activities include a canoe trip, day hikes, and lab tours. (Note: the first full day of camp is Monday, July 14, but residential campers will move in the evening of Sunday, July 13. All activities will take place rain or shine. No experience is necessary, but proper footwear and a can–do attitude are a must!)

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Details

Eco Expeditions Day Camp

July 14–18
Grades 9–12
$425

Eco Expeditions Residential Camp

July 13–18
Grades 9–12
$875

Extended Care Option

Two sessions of extended care are offered for campers entering grades 2–8, and the cost is $50 per week for the morning (7:45 a.m.–9:00 a.m.) session, $40 per week for the afternoon (4:00 p.m.–5:15 p.m.) session, or $85 per week for both morning and afternoon extended care. Extended care is not offered during the last afternoon sessions of camp.

Financial Aid and Scholarships Available!

Financial aid and scholarships are available to help families cover the cost of a Science–U camp! For more information on how to apply for financial aid or for scholarship opportunities, please visit science.psu.edu/outreach/scienceu/scholarships or call 814–865–0083.

Residential Program Information

Students entering grades 9–12 may choose to stay at Penn State for any camp that has a designated residential component. Campers stay in the University Residence Halls on campus from Sunday evening until Friday when camp closes (camp schedules vary). Evening mentors supervise activities and outings.

Questions?

Office of Science Outreach, 201 Ritenour Building, University Park, PA 16802

For more information, please see Information for Parents from the Penn State Office of Ethics and Compliance.