Kindergarten Camp: Wednesday, June 15
Students who have completed kindergarten and are heading to first grade this fall may attend this camp at the PSU Natural History Reserve from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Students will have their first opportunity to see what Nature Reach camp is like, interact with live animals, go on a short hike, have a snack, and complete a nature art project. Cost: $15.
To register or for more information, visit www.pittstate.edu/naturereach.
Raptor Ambassador Camp: June 28-29
Youth in middle school or junior high will get the chance to learn more about animal science at the PSU Natural History Reserve just south of town from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Hosted by Nature Reach, a program of the Biology Department, it will be co-taught by Director Delia Lister and by a licensed wildlife rehabilitation expert from Milford Nature Center.
Students will get a “nose to beak” introduction to raptors, or birds of prey, and a look at daily diet prep, care, and training. Cost: $50.
To register or for more information, visit www.pittstate.edu/naturereach.
Pre-K Reading Program 2022: Tuesdays in July
Children ages 3 to 5 years old may attend a 30-minute story time session each Tuesday in July in Room 329 Heckert-Wells Hall at PSU, home to Nature Reach. Each session will feature a read-aloud story and a live animal or group of animals who are part of the story and will be taught by Nature Reach Director Delia Lister. Come to one or all four sessions — they will each be different — from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Cost: $5 per student per session. Parents are welcome to join their students if desired.
To register or for more information, visit www.pittstate.edu/naturereach.
Adventures in Robotics I: July 11-15
Youth ages 9 to 14 will get to explore the use of teamwork, programming, brainstorming, construction techniques, robotic basics, and electro-mechanics as they delve into the world of robotics. The camp will take place from 9 a.m. to noon in the Kansas Technology Center and will be taught by faculty from the Department of Engineering Technology. Cost: $115.
Adventures in Robotics II: July 18-22
Youth ages 9 to 14 will take their knowledge and skills to the next level as they delve deeper into the world of robotics. They should have completed Robotics I or have experience with LEGO (TM) systems. The camp will take place from 9 a.m. to noon in the Kansas Technology Center and will be taught by faculty from the Department of Engineering Technology. Cost: $115.
To register for either robotics camp or for more information, call 620-235-4370 or visit www.pittstate.edu/air
Construct Your Future I: July 11-15
Youth ages 9 to 14 will get a fast-paced look at the materials, processes, and design methods involved in the construction industry. They’ll learn 3D building modeling, problem solving, bridge building, safety, and will build a doghouse. The camp will take place each day from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Kansas Technology Center and will be taught by faculty from the School of Construction. Cost: $100
Construct Your Future II: July 18-22
Youth ages 9 to 14 will take their construction skills and knowledge to the next level with building walls, pouring concrete, laying brick, and the use of GPS. The camp will take place each day from 1 to 4 p.m. in the Kansas Technology Center and will be taught by faculty from the School of Construction. Cost: $100
To register for either camp or for more information, call 620-235-6555 or visit www.pittstate.edu/cyf