Spring Camp
Science in the Park

We had a great Spring Camp! We hope to see you next year!

Click here for Frequently Asked Questions about our camp programs. Click here for information on our summer camp programs.

General Information

Spring Camp takes place in and around the Wallis Annenberg Building for Science Learning and Innovation which houses cutting-edge classrooms and labs. Campers will also spend part of each day exploring one of the museums in Exposition Park.

Camp is available for students in Grades K-5.
The program is from 9 AM - 3 PM.

Cost
$290 for non-members
$250 for members

Sample Daily Schedule
9 AM - Check in
9:30 - Hands-on science activities
12 PM - Lunch and Break
1 PM - Walking field trip/Park activity
3 PM - Pick up

Schedule of Topics for Spring Camp 2011

Monday: City Safari
What kinds of plants and animals can you find in our urban ecosystem? Investigate how animals and plants adapt to their environments and explore the special features of our native plants and animals. Students will also see an IMAX film.

Tuesday: Science of Fear
What do snakes, loud noises, and falling all have in common? Find out as you investigate the science behind what makes us feel fear and then face some common fears in the Goose Bumps! exhibit.

Wednesday: 3 2 1 Blast Off!
Get ready to blast out of this world as you explore rockets, flight and space! See what scientist have to consider when sending rockets into space. Older students will participate in a model rocket launch.

Thursday: Seeing the Light
Explore how reflection, refraction and colors influence how we see the world. Experiment with how we can convert light energy to sound. Students will also see an IMAX film.

Friday: Scrubs Science
Get your scalpel ready as you explore anatomy and biology. Discover what our bodies have in common with other animals. Older students will take part in a dissection activity.

Extended Day Program
Campers may sign up for the Extended Day Program. The program allows children to stay 2 hours after class ends (from 3 PM - 5 PM). The Extended Day Program includes creative, fun group activities led and supervised by Science Center educators. Snacks for the afternoon will be provided. You must register for the entire week - no single days are offered.

Cost
$60 for non-members
$50 for members

Registration

Check back next winter for Spring Camp 2012registration information.

By Mail
Complete a separate registration form for each camper. Send form and full payment (please send a check* or credit card information) to:

California Science Center
Attn: Spring Camp
700 Exposition Park Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90037

By Fax
Complete a separate registration form for each camper. Fax form with credit card information for full payment to (213) 744-2052.

Please do not send duplicate registration forms.
*There is a $35 service charge on all returned checks.

Confirmation Letter
A confirmation letter will be emailed to you within two weeks of receiving your completed registration and payment. Please bring the confirmation letter with you each day of class for free 15-minute parking (see Camp Check-In section below).

Members Save!

As a Member of the California Science Center, you can take advantage of a special discount on your Spring Break Camp classes -- a savings of up to $40 per class!

Join today and not only will you receive a discount on your classes but your Membership pays you back with FREE IMAX tickets, SPECIAL DISCOUNT offers and EXCLUSIVE EVENTS!
Become a Member at one of our four levels: $65 Explorer, $150 Discoverer, $350 Adventurer or $550 Pioneer. Check out the complete list of benefits.

Becoming a Member is easy, even if your Membership has expired. To activate your new membership and take advantage of member rates, call (213) 744-7504. You can read more information here.

Policies

Cancellations
Full refunds are permitted up to 30 days prior to the start of your camp session; a $25 processing fee will be subtracted from your refund. There are no refunds or credits 30 days prior to camp. If you do not receive a confirmation, please call 213-744-7444. In the event that a class is cancelled by the California Science Center, we will make arrangements for your child to enroll in another class or refund your money.

Class changes must be made four weeks in advance. Changes cost $25 per class and depend upon availability. There is no guarantee that space will be available in another class and no cash refunds will be given, so please plan carefully before registering.

Snacks and Lunch
Lunch will not be provided by the California Science Center. Campers must bring their own lunch each day. Campers will not be able to buy individual snacks or lunches from Science Center restaurants. Lunch breaks are supervised by Science Center educators.

Camp Check-In
All campers must check in and out with a parent or guardian daily. Any pick-up or drop-off changes should be turned in at that time.

Pick-Up
A parent or legal guardian must pick up children at the end of each program. Children will not be allowed to meet parents outside of the pick-up area. To ensure the safety of campers, we require advance written notice when anyone other than a parent or legal guardian will be picking up campers after the programs.

Parking
Please bring your confirmation letter with you each day of class. It will allow you free 15-minute parking for drop-off. Parents wishing to stay on site must pay the $8 daily parking fee.

For directions and general information about the Science Center, visit our main Web site at www.californiasciencecenter.org
or call (323) SCI-ENCE or (213) 744-7400.

Questions?
E-mail us at EducationPrograms@cscmail.org

Spring Camp Science in the Park

Spring Camp
Science in the Park