Hartshorn - Grades 6, 7 & 8
Advanced Dissection- : Future biologists will be fascinated by the more advanced anatomy of these dissection specimens. The dissection techniques used in this class will be more advanced and the anatomy of the specimens more complex. 7/12-7/16
Back Woods Adventures- : Intensive hiking using compass and GPS unit to learn orienteering, questing and geocaching skills. Learn the technique of finding hidden treasures on scenic public land (all over the globe!). Be prepared to get dirty, hike 3 hours, get lost and found! 6/22-6/25, 7/6-7/9
Capture The Flag, With A Twist- : Be one of three groups to build a shelter and a fort in a secret location. With other skills learned this week, hide a map with coordinates to your fort. Play Capture the Flag using a compass and camouflage. Plan rescue missions to save captured team mates! 8/9-13
Dissection- : Budding biologists will love to spend the week learning about the anatomy of several different creatures. This program introduces beginners to basic dissection techniques and internal and external anatomy of 4 very different animals: earthworm, crayfish, grasshopper & frog. 6/28-7/2
Geology Rocks!!- Current seismic activity in the world has heightened our curiosity of volcano’s, earthquakes and other changes in the geological study of our world. We’ll look at the world and study more closely the geological structures in our own area. Students will build a cut away model of the earth’s core structure and as a group build a volcano to be activated on the last day of class. 7/19-7/23, 8/2-8/6
Get Your Head In The Clouds- : This environmental weather study will teach you the effect weather has on the world around us. Gain an understanding of the effects of temperature, moisture and air movement. Is it global warming or the natural cycle of climate change? Let’s explore the possibilities. Each student will begin a weather journal and build their own weather station. 7/26-7/30, 8/16-8/20
Living In The Trees- : Build a tree fort using ropes, downed wood and found objects. Could we really live in a tree? Challenge the limits of physics, engineering and creativity as we take to the trees. No trees will be injured in the building of this structure. 7/19-7/23
Nature Detective- : Let’s take a closer look at nature and see what will we find. Through scientific investigation, we’ll examine water, soil, animals of all types to see what lies beyond the naked eye. Compile a journal recording the facts discovered. 7/26-7/30, 8/16-8/20
Nature’s Colorful Bounty- : Express your creative side with the use of many different mediums as well as items collected in nature. Activities to include, tie die with natural dies, paper making, natures collage and many more. We’ll create works of art that you’ll treasure for years to come. 7/6-7/9, 8/2-8/6
Water Works- : Spend the week learning all about this amazing natural resource. Is water necessary for life? Why do some things float on water? What’s in pond water? Learn what’s behind water and its amazing power. Discover how water wheels and steam engines work. This week long program will include experiments, games, crafts, hikes and many other exciting activities. 7/12-7/16
Who’s Got The Power? - Create Energy From Nature: Learn about solar, geothermal, water, friction, and electro magnetics. Build a hovercraft from CDs as well as other energy projects from every day materials. 6/28-7/2, 8/9-8/13
Last Hurrah! Outdoor Adventure Club - August 23-27
The final full week of summer will be spent learning about the environment around the PMEC through hikes, pond exploration and walks in the stream. Each days lesson will focus on a different part of our environment. We will go fishing, play games, sing songs, create works of art and most of all have fun. Students Grades K - 8 (kids will be grouped by age)
Please note: Classes below are listed by date.
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