50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11
​Moon Landing

Robotics and Programming
July 8 - 12

Looking for a unique summer educational experience that will challenge and excite your child?

This program is a great introduction to engineering and robotics that any student can participate in regardless of prior experience. Our camp is designed to help students learn skills through fun, engaging and dynamic projects. 

Participants will learn the basics of various programming languages and build robots with LEGO (EV3), Arduino Uno (C++), and Raspberry Pi (Python). 

​Robotics is a great way to reinforce fundamental mathematics, innovative design and the scientific process in real world situations while having fun. 

Snacks are provided, but please bring your lunch.

Suitable for ages 9 and up

Astronomy and Space Exploration
July 22 - 26

50 years ago, NASA's Apollo 11 mission landed on the Moon. We celebrate the anniversary of this historic event by hosting a space camp that highlights the history of space science, and space exploration.

This program include space, aircraft, and rocketry oriented activities which are designed to promote science, engineering, aviation and technology.

Participants will learn the historical context, and technical know-how of space exploration, and everything surrounding the Apollo missions, which helped broaden the horizons of humankind. 

Snacks are provided, but please bring your lunch.

Suitable for ages 9 and up

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The Monday following this week of camp, rockets built in camp will be launched at a special event which includes a picnic, and star party (guided star-gazing) afterwards. ​

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​Industry and Invention
 August 26 - 30

Partnered with the Niagara County History Center and Discovery Center, the Challenger Center is hosting an industry and invention themed summer camp. 

The Western New York region has had a strong history with industry and invention. It has been a powerhouse of industry as far back as the creation Erie Canal. Our summer camp highlights some of this area's history with invention through STEAM activities. The Challenger Center is located in the Harrison Building, which was formerly recognized as a center for production of GM radiators and other products. This program helps campers to build a better future through STEM education, while recognizing our history as a region of industry.

​Snacks are provided, but please bring your lunch.

Suitable for ages 9 and up
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Summer Camp Instructors: 
Michael Schian 
Jackie Baughman
Kathy Michaels 
Paul Krupinski

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