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STEAM Camps give your child hands-on, fun learning!
- KidZone Museum members receive discounts on camps! Become a member today.
- Maximum limit of 12-14 campers.
- Waivers must be signed at time of registration.
- Camp scholarships are available! For more information, email Nataly at nataly@kidzonemuseum.org or call 530-587-5437.
For more information, call (530) 587-5437, Tuesday – Friday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Camp for Ages 4-6
Nature Camp Session II
Dates: July 6-10, 2020
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Cost: $144 non-members, $115 members
Experience hands-on exploration of planting, composting, fruits and vegetables, go to a petting zoo, create eco-friendly art. Transportation required. Drop off and pick up locations will vary.
Camp for Ages 5-7
Lego Camp Jedi Engineering with LEGO® Materials
Dates: July 13-17, 2020
Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Cost: $175 for non-members, $140 for members
The Force Awakens in this introductory engineering course for young Jedi! Explore engineering principles with LEGO® materials as we construct the Ewok Village on Endor, fly through space on our X-Wings, and defend the Echo Base on Hoth. Create motorized and architectural projects with imagination and engineering to defeat the Empire!
Camp for Ages 5-8
The Science of Color Camp
Dates: July 20-24, 2020
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Cost: $144 for non-members, $115 for members
Explore big ideas such as physics, color theory, electromagnetic spectrum , by playing and experimenting with color. We will also make some very colorful art projects. Transportation required.
Electricity, Physics, and Chemistry Camp
Dates: July 27-31, 2020
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Cost: $144 for non-members, $115 for members
Learn about circuits, switches , conductivity and current, as well as the nature of matter and energy.
Camps for Ages 6-8
Nature Camp Session I
Dates: June 29 – July 3, 2020
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Cost: $144 for non-members, $115 for members
Experience hands-on exploration of planting, composting, fruits and vegetables, go to a petting zoo, create eco-friendly art. Transportation required. Drop off and pick up locations will vary.
Bug Camp with TINS
Dates: July 6-9, 2020
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Cost: $150 for non-members, $135 for members
Campers will look under logs, among plants, and in tree bark in search of hidden insects. Drop off and pick up locations will vary.
Camps for Ages 7-12
Lego Camp Harry Potter Master Engineering using LEGO® Materials
Dates: July 13-17, 2020
Time: 1-4 p.m.
Cost: $175 for non-members, $140 for members
Master the magic of Harry Potter using LEGO®! Visit Diagon Alley, play a game of Quidditch, and duel the evil Lord Voldemort. Hone your magical skills while learning about advanced Muggle (STEM) concepts.
Camps for Ages 9-12
TINS Tahoe Explorers
Dates: July 20-24, 2020
Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: $280 for non-members, $250 for members
Campers will explore Tahoe’s wildlife and watershed, learn forest ecology, and experience the geology of the Tahoe basin. Campers will hike, kayak, play games, and learn from various natural science experts. Does not require transport.