Explorer Camp

$315 members/$350 non-members per week
Each day brings a new scientific journey, from physics and chemistry to ecology and astronomy. Every Science Explorer Camp provides a variety of unique, age appropriate hands on activities related to different subject areas of the museum.

Camps run 9:30am - 4pm

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Intro Explorer K-1
(Entering grades K-1) • June 18-22 • July 16-20
Intro Explorer 1-2
(Entering grades 1-2) • July 9-13

Is your camper ready for more interaction and investigation? Then our Intro Science Explorer Camps are right for them! Campers will learn to create scientific masterpieces, hone their skills as paleontologists, travel through the solar system and discover the pressure of air, all in an age-appropriate environment.

Intermediate Explorer
(Entering grades 2-4) June 25-29 • July 16-20

Curious campers wanted! Intermediate Explorer campers must be ready to investigate the mysteries of the universe, including the awesome properties of minerals, the latest findings about dinosaurs, and how robots work, all in a whirlwind of science activities. A visit to the planetarium, incredible physics demonstrations, and science challenges are all part of this fun-filled week.

Advanced Explorer
(Entering grades 4-5) • Aug. 8-12

Build a simple motor, create chemical reactions and discover microscopic life and more in our Advanced Explorer camp. Campers will enjoy educational activities from a variety of sciences: from physics to chemistry and astronomy to biology. Using Institute resources, campers will be challenged to apply their knowledge in new ways to greater develop their interest in the natural world.

Outdoor Explorer
(Entering grades 4-5) • June 25-29

Campers discover how challenging living in the wild can be while developing the skills necessary to live outdoors. Tracking animals, identifying plants, and navigating in the woods are just some of the topics explored in this exciting camp. During the week, campers also try archery, bird watching, canoeing and other fun outdoor activities.

Ecology Explorer

(Entering grades 3-4) • July 9-13

What is an ecosystem? How do plants and animals interact among one another and their communities? What are the most current issues and concerns among Michigan’s water habitats? Campers discover the answers to these questions and more as they explore 319-acres of river, pond and woodlands at Cranbrook. Get ready to discover the natural world with some good, old-fashioned summer camp fun! Ecology camps are made possible by the Merle & Shirley Harris Family Great Lakes Philanthropic Fund.

Advanced Ecology Explorer

(Entering grades 5-7) • Aug. 20-24

Through games and activities, the outdoors will become a classroom as we take ecology to the next level with this environmentally-focused camp. Campers will canoe the Huron River during a field trip to explore unique wetlands and wildlife, and will investigate riverine habitats and current environmental issues using models and hands-on projects. Ecology camps are made possible by The Merle & Shirley Harris Family Foundation.