This summer, Discovery Science Camp will accomplish field trips in small
groups of ten campers plus a faculty leader and staff member. Here is a
sample of activities and trips that have been taken in past years:
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A visit to the NASA Goddard Space Center with a special presentation on the space shuttle, satellites, and the James Webb Telescope.
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The traditional helicopter egg drop engineering contest and a chance to make ice cream as a prize.
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An in-depth study of ecosystems and The Chesapeake Bay, including a visit to The Chesapeake Bay.
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Dissection of a shark and a chance to study Marine Biology.
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Construction of giant water balloon catapults and cannons as a fun way to learn about Newtonian Physics.
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Nature hikes that promote an understanding of Environmental Biology and the natural forces that shape our local environment, including visits to Cunningham Falls Park and the Catoctin Wildlife Preserve.
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A visit to the U.S. Naval Observatory Dome Telescope with a presentation on outer space.
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Woodworking and 2×4 bridge building for older campers to better understand engineering principles and design.
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Learning about Natural History through hikes and expert guest speakers invited with animals such as falconry from a Falconer and reptiles from a Zoologist.
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Visits to nearby Caverns of the Catoctin Mountains to learn more about cavern formation and Geology.
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Learn about Rocketry, how planes fly, and applied engineering demonstrations using model rockets and an opportunity for each camper to make and launch a model rocket.
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