Junior Researchers Day Camp

Junior Researchers is a fun, exciting, educational program where children explore and investigate the natural world.

Activities may include...

• Exploring the marsh from our floating laboratory
• Working with scientists on intriguing research projects
• Learning plant and bird identification techniques
• Viewing plants and animals through a microscope
• Setting up aquariums with live plants and animals
• Collecting and analyzing water samples
• Making a fish print t-shirt

Not Your Ordinary Day Camp

The type of child who will benefit most from Junior Researchers is one who loves hands-on exploration of nature, enjoys learning new things, and is not afraid to get their hands dirty.

We provide an opportunity for each student to explore their personal learning style while using a variety of research equipment and methods. Activities take place both indoors and outdoors.

Students keep a journal, record data while in the field, and give a class presentation on a research topic or ecological concept.

Although we do play games, hike, and have a lot of fun, this is primarily an educational program.

Taking Part

Junior Researchers has sessions in July and August. Enrollment is limited.

Financial Assistance

Full and partial scholarships are available. Application deadline for financial assistance is May 1. Call 646-1555 x110 for information and an application. The application is also available online (MS Word).

For More Information

Call 646-1555 x116 for information about Junior Researchers and to receive a brochure with enrollment form, or stop by the Wells Reserve Visitor Center. Brochure available soon .

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