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West des moines parks and recreation
Wizardy Camp
Slime Extravaganza
Slime Extravaganza
Young wizards will embark on a STEAM STARZ magical adventure, brewing potions, creating wands, and discovering the science behind their favorite spells.
Campers will also enjoy creating and tasting their favorite wizardry-inspired treats. This hands-on camp combines creativity, chemistry, and a dash of magic for an enchanting STEAM experience!
June 9th - 12th
9:00 - 11:30am
Ages: 5 to 10
Valley Junction Activity Center - WDM
Slime Extravaganza
Slime Extravaganza
Slime Extravaganza
Dive into a world of gooey fun and scientific exploration with “Slime Extravaganza Camp!"
This hands-on, messy camp allows students to use their creativity by concocting classic stretchy slime, glow in-the-dark slime, fluffy slime, galaxy slime and more while learning about the fascinating science behind polymers and non-Newtonian fluids. Join us at camp for colorful concoctions, tactile delights, and a slime-tastic journey of material science.
*Safety glasses and equipment will be provided for each student during class.
June 16th - 19th
9:00 - 11:30am
Ages: 5 to 10
Valley Junction Activity Center - WDM
Epic Explosions
Slime Extravaganza
Break It & Build It
This is sure to be a thriller! Students will about the fascinating world of chemical reactions through a series of hands-on experiments that are nothing short of explosive!
Brace yourself for the magic of Elephant Toothpaste, baking soda and vinegar reactions among other awe-inspiring experiments. Join the epic fun and learn just how cool science can be!
*Safety glasses and equipment will be provided for each student during class.
June 23rd - 26th
9:00 - 11:30am
Ages: 5 to 10
Valley Junction Activity Center - WDM
Break It & Build It
Robot Explorers: Code & Create
Break It & Build It
Junior engineers will have the opportunity to dismantle gadgets such as computers, phones, and robots to uncover their inner workings and circuitry.
Through hands-on activities and guided sessions, campers will learn basic engineering concepts and foster problem-solving skills while deconstructing a variety of objects. By understanding how technology functions, they will cultivate a deeper appreciation for innovation and creativity.
*Safety Note: Students will be using basic tools to disassemble the gadgets. Safety glasses and equipment will be provided for campers.
June 30th - July 3rd
9:00 - 11:30am
Ages: 6 to 12
Valley Junction Activity Center - WDM
Robot Explorers: Code & Create
Robot Explorers: Code & Create
Robot Explorers: Code & Create
Coders will dive into the world of robotics and coding through fun, interactive activities. Students will learn about the basics of coding, how robots’ function, and the ways they can assist in everyday tasks.
Using Dash, Ozobot, Beebot, and more, students will navigate their robots through obstacle courses, mazes, and robot battles all while using problem-solving and team skills.
July 7th - 10th
9:00 - 11:30am
Ages: 5 to 10
Valley Junction Activity Center - WDM
Dinosaur Discovery
Robot Explorers: Code & Create
Robot Explorers: Code & Create
Dinosaur Discovery Camp takes paleontologists on an exciting journey into the prehistoric world as they dig for fossils, identify dinosaur species, and build their own erupting volcano models.
Through hands-on activities like creating dino tracks, assembling dinosaur skeleton puzzles, and exploring the science behind fossils, students will uncover the mysteries of these ancient creatures!
July 14th - 17th
9:00 - 11:30am
Ages: 4 to 10
Valley Junction Activity Center - WDM
Junior chemists: Beakers & Bubbles
Junior chemists: Beakers & Bubbles
Junior chemists: Beakers & Bubbles
Come explore the exciting world of chemistry through hands-on and unique experiments!
From creating fizzy colorful reactions, bouncing bubbles and potions, designing bubble wands, creating giant bubbles, and magic balloon experiment, students will discover the wonders of science in a fun and interactive way!
July 21st - 24th
9:00 - 11:30am
Ages: 4 to 10
Valley Junction Activity Center - WDM
Astronomy Adventurers
Junior chemists: Beakers & Bubbles
Junior chemists: Beakers & Bubbles
Blast off on an astronomical journey like never before with "Astronomy Adventures."
In this introductory astronomy camp, participants will be guided through the basics of stargazing, planet identification, and cosmic phenomena through hands-on STEAM activities while having the unique opportunity to learn from a NASA Ambassador. Secure your spot aboard the STEAM STARZ Voyager for an up-close exploration of the vast universe that surrounds us!
July 28th - 31st
9:00 - 11:30am
Ages: 5 to 10
Valley Junction Activity Center - WDM
Roller coaster creators
Junior chemists: Beakers & Bubbles
Roller coaster creators
Have what it takes to become a roller coaster engineer?
Roller Coaster Creators invites students to learn about the physics of motion and energy of roller coasters. From daring loops to thrilling drops, your child will get to create and test their own epic coasters. Guided by a coaster engineer, participants will also explore what makes coasters fast, fun, and safe!
August 4th - 7th
9:00 - 11:30am
Ages: 6 to 12
Valley Junction Activity Center - WDM
Clive parks and recreation
Slime Extravaganza
Break it & Build it
Slime Extravaganza
Dive into a world of gooey fun and scientific exploration with “Slime Extravaganza Camp!"
This hands-on, messy camp allows students to use their creativity by concocting classic stretchy slime, glow in-the-dark slime, fluffy slime, galaxy slime and more while learning about the fascinating science behind polymers and non-Newtonian fluids. Join us at camp for colorful concoctions, tactile delights, and a slime-tastic journey of material science.
*Safety glasses and equipment will be provided for each student during class.
June 9th - 12th
1:00 - 3:30pm
Ages: 5 to 10
Harbach Community Center - Clive
Wizardry STEAM
Break it & Build it
Slime Extravaganza
Young wizards will embark on a STEAM STARZ magical adventure, brewing potions, creating wands, and discovering the science behind their favorite spells.
Campers will also enjoy creating and tasting their favorite wizardry-inspired treats. This hands-on camp combines creativity, chemistry, and a dash of magic for an enchanting STEAM experience!
June 16th - 19th
1:00 - 3:30pm
Ages: 5 to 10
Harbach Community Center - Clive
Break it & Build it
Break it & Build it
Break it & Build it
Junior engineers will have the opportunity to dismantle gadgets such as computers, phones, and robots to uncover their inner workings and circuitry.
Through hands-on activities and guided sessions, campers will learn basic engineering concepts and foster problem-solving skills while deconstructing a variety of objects. By understanding how technology functions, they will cultivate a deeper appreciation for innovation and creativity.
*Safety Note: Students will be using basic tools to disassemble the gadgets. Safety glasses and equipment will be provided for campers.
June 23rd - 26th
1:00 - 3:30pm
Ages: 6 to 12
Harbach Community Center - Clive
epic explosions
Astronomy Adventurers
Break it & Build it
This is sure to be a thriller! Students will about the fascinating world of chemical reactions through a series of hands-on experiments that are nothing short of explosive!
Brace yourself for the magic of Elephant Toothpaste, baking soda and vinegar reactions among other awe-inspiring experiments. Join the epic fun and learn just how cool science can be!
*Safety glasses and equipment will be provided for each student during class.
June 30th - July 3rd
1:00 - 3:30pm
Ages: 5 to 10
Harbach Community Center - Clive
dinosaur discovery
Astronomy Adventurers
Astronomy Adventurers
Dinosaur Discovery Camp takes paleontologists on an exciting journey into the prehistoric world as they dig for fossils, identify dinosaur species, and build their own erupting volcano models.
Through hands-on activities like creating dino tracks, assembling dinosaur skeleton puzzles, and exploring the science behind fossils, students will uncover the mysteries of these ancient creatures!
July 7th - 10th
1:00 - 3:30pm
Ages: 4 to 10
Harbach Community Center - Clive
Astronomy Adventurers
Astronomy Adventurers
Astronomy Adventurers
Blast off on an astronomical journey like never before with "Astronomy Adventures."
In this introductory astronomy camp, participants will be guided through the basics of stargazing, planet identification, and cosmic phenomena through hands-on STEAM activities while having the unique opportunity to learn from a NASA Ambassador. Secure your spot aboard the STEAM STARZ Voyager for an up-close exploration of the vast universe that surrounds us!
July 21st - 24th
1:00 - 3:30pm
Ages: 5 to 10
Harbach Community Center - Clive
Rollercoaster creators
Have what it takes to become a roller coaster engineer?
Roller Coaster Creators invites students to learn about the physics of motion and energy of roller coasters. From daring loops to thrilling drops, your child will get to create and test their own epic coasters. Guided by a coaster engineer, participants will also explore what makes coasters fast, fun, and safe!
July 28th - 31st
1:00 - 3:30pm
Ages: 6 to 12
Harbach Community Center - Clive
robot explorers: Code & create
Coders will dive into the world of robotics and coding through fun, interactive activities. Students will learn about the basics of coding, how robots’ function, and the ways they can assist in everyday tasks.
Using Dash, Ozobot, Beebot, and more, students will navigate their robots through obstacle courses, mazes, and robot battles all while using problem-solving and team skills.
August 4th - 7th
1:00 - 3:30pm
Ages: 5 to 10
Harbach Community Center - Clive
