Entering Grades 5 & 6

Surviving on Mars

What supplies would you bring with you on a trip to Mars, our most habitable neighboring planet? In this camp, young explorers will “blast off” into cutting-edge science and plan for the first human trip to “the Red Planet.” Together, we will investigate the prospect of sustaining life on the Martian surface, separating science from science fiction. During this program, your camper will design and test systems for providing water, oxygen, and warmth. They will build a model remote-controlled rover to collect samples from the planet’s surface. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of Mars, learn how to identify potentially habitable planets, and explore the engineering design process.

A student conducts a science experiment during Summer Camp

Camp Info

Entering Grades 5 & 6
Time: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Location: The Lawrence Hall of Science
Price: $1450.00 for 2 weeks
Apply for financial aid if you need assistance covering the expense. The Lawrence offers full scholarships for 100% of the cost of two-week camps. Our financial aid program advances social justice by centering on equity—removing barriers, enhancing opportunity, and broadening participation in science. Financial aid applications open December 17th.

Dates

Session 1: June 2–13, 2025

Session 3: June 30-July 11, 2025

Session 5: August 4–August 15, 2025