Summer Camps - Grades 6, 7, or 8

FOR YOUTH WHO HAVE FINISHED GRADES 6, 7, OR 8

Classes run from 9:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Monday - Friday unless otherwise noted.

Voyageur Life on the St. Croix

Week 1: July 7-11, 2008
(Monday & Tuesday 9:15-3:15 and Wednesday 9:15 a.m. to Friday 3:15 p.m.)
Cost: $190 Friends of Warner / Science Museum members; $200 nonmembers

Hear the call of the coureurs de bois (runners of the woods) as we explore the life of the voyageur on this canoe and camping adventure. We’ll begin our week by learning how to be a voyageur as we take a field trip to visit an 1800's fur trading post in Minnesota. On day two we'll hone our canoe skills in preparation for our three day trip on the St. Croix. This exciting trip takes us down one of the best canoeing rivers in the country through land made famous by the voyageurs. Join the adventure. Viva la compagnie! Register Online

Field Entomology

Week 2: July 14-18, 2008
Cost: $150 Friends of Warner / Science Museum members; $160 nonmembers

Join us for this new class as we explore the habitats of Warner Nature Center in search of insects and their sometimes seemingly bizarre adaptations that have allowed different species to thrive from the bottom of lakes to the tops of trees. We will learn about classification, Ecology, biodiversity and what insects can tell us about the state of the environment. You can help the nature center develop it’s inventory of insect biodiversity on the site. CLASS IS FULL! Register for waitlist

Advanced Digital Nature Photography

Week 4: July 28-August 1
Cost: $160 Friends of Warner / Science Museum members; $170 nonmembers

Learn how to compose stunning pictures in this hands-on class. Each camper will get to use one of Warner's digital cameras to capture the beauty and mystery to be found in our 600 acres. We'll photograph flowers, landscapes and even live birds of prey. Each student will select one photo for a large print to be displayed at our open house August 15. You'll also get to take home a CD burned with all of the images you took during the week. This class will teach the basics of how to become a polished nature photographer. You do not need to have taken Digital Nature Photography to register. Class size is limited 8. CLASS IS FULL! Register for waitlist

Fish & Fishing

Week 5: August 4-8, 2008
Cost: $150 Friends of Warner / Science Museum members; $160 nonmembers

Explore several freshwater habitats and discover some of the reasons fish act as they do. Learn the techniques you need to become a successful angler. You'll go fishing in nearby lakes using canoes and fish the shores of the St. Croix River so you can put all you've learned to good use! Students must provide their own rod-and-reel and basic fishing tackle. Register Online

Introduction to Fly Fishing

Week 6: August 11-15, 2008
Cost: $160 Friends of Warner / Science Museum members; $170 nonmembers

Coaxing a fish to strike a fly that you have created is a rewarding moment. Learn the magic of fly fishing, from tying a wooly bugger to reading the water and learning about the natural histories of the fish you are after. Learn the basic "hows" and "whys" of this art and science and learn a lifelong sport. We'll put our new skills to practice on nearby waters. Fly rods are provided for class use. Cost includes fly tying materials. CLASS IS FULL! Register for waitlist