Copyright © 2010 Museum of Science & History
1025 Museum Circle
Jacksonville, FL 32207
904.396.MOSH
Join MOSH for a new adventure each week! Campers will explore science, history and astronomy as they conduct experiments, journey to the edge of the universe in the Bryan-Gooding Planetarium and explore museum exhibits, including the summer blockbuster exhibit Be The Dinosaur.
New this year at Summer Discover Camp! We will be taking field trips all around Northeast Florida on the Friday of each camp week. All costs are included in the price of camp.
| Dates: | June 17-August 9, 2013 |
| Camp Times: | 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
| Extended Day Care: | Before Care: 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. After Care: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Participant Ages: | K – 5th Grade (Register your child for the grade he or she has just completed). |
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There is a 10% discount for registering for more than 1 week (discount is taken off grand total).
Camp Topics
WEEK 1: Dino-Tastic
June 17 - 21
Members: $175 | Non-Members: $195
Registration will close May 31.[ K - 1st: FULL | 2nd - 3rd: OPEN | 4th - 5th: OPEN ]
Come explore MOSH and learn what it was like to live with dinosaurs. Campers will explore all types of prehistoric creatures and get a chance to enjoy and interact with our new summer exhibit, Be the Dinosaur.
Friday Field Trip: Campers will also get to see some live reptiles as we travel to the St. Augustine Alligator Farm this week.
WEEK 2: Loco LEGO Mania
June 24 - 28
Members: $175 | Non-Members: $195
Registration will close May 31.[K - 1st: FULL | 2nd - 3rd: OPEN | 4th - 5th: FULL ]
Who is up to the LEGO challenge? Can you build the tallest tower or the strongest bridge? Any kid who loves LEGOs will have a great time in this camp. Our 4th and 5th graders will spend the week building and programming their own LEGO robots.
Friday Field Trip: After spending all week working on LEGOs indoors, we’ll expend some energy at a fun indoor kid’s gym.
WEEK 3: Beyond Bridges
July 1 - 3
Members: $135 | Non-Members: $155
Registration will close June 14.[ K - 1st: OPEN | 2nd - 3rd: OPEN | 4th - 5th: OPEN ]
Jacksonville is known as “the city of seven bridges” and this week we will explore the art and science of bridges. Campers will learn about the components of bridge design and construction. This short week culminates with the campers designing and building their own bridges!
There is no camp on Thursday or Friday of this week in observance of Independence Day.
WEEK 4: Salty Sea Science
July 8 - 12
Members: $175 | Non-Members: $195
Registration will close June 14.[ K - 1st: FULL | 2nd - 3rd: OPEN | 4th - 5th: OPEN ]
Dive into the world that lies beneath the ocean waves! Campers will learn about many types of ocean life that call Florida home and get up close and personal with our Atlantic Tales exhibit and MOSH’s sea creatures.
Friday Field Trip: Campers will get their hands dirty with marine wildlife by visiting a local coastal estuary.
WEEK 5: Viva Florida!
July 15 - 19
Members: $175 | Non-Members: $195
Registration will close June 28.[ K - 1st: OPEN | 2nd - 3rd: OPEN | 4th - 5th: OPEN ]
In 1513, Ponce De Leon was the first European settler to land in what is now our home state of Florida. In this week of camp, we will celebrate 500 years of Florida's history and go back in time to discuss how early Florida Settlers lived.
Friday Field Trip: Campers will get to see Florida history in real life by taking a trip to the Castillo De San Marcos in St. Augustine.
WEEK 6: Loco LEGO Mania II
July 22 - 26
Members: $175 | Non-Members: $195
Registration will close June 28.[ K - 1st: FULL | 2nd - 3rd: OPEN | 4th - 5th: OPEN
Back by popular demand, a second week of LEGO fun will keep campers building and creating. 4th and 5th graders will design and build LEGO Robots.
Friday Field Trip: Campers will also burn some energy on our trip to Pump it UP indoor bounce gym!
WEEK 7: MOSH Jams!
July 29 - August 2
Members: $175 | Non-Members: $195
Registration will close July 12.[ K - 1st: OPEN | 2nd - 3rd: OPEN | 4th - 5th: OPEN ]
Come and explore the science of sound with MOSH and the Cathedral Arts Project! We will discuss the intricate vocals, rhythms and sounds that make music fun to listen to. This week we will explore the physical properties of sound waves, examine and create instruments and make some great music.
Friday Field Trip: This week will also include a trip to a local musical performance for campers to enjoy.
WEEK 8: Space Masters
August 5 - 9
Members: $200 | Non-Members: $220
Registration will close July 12.[ K - 1st: FULL | 2nd - 3rd: OPEN | 4th - 5th: FULL ]
Hop on board for an all expenses paid trip to outer space (space suit not required). Campers will learn about everything in our galaxy and beyond: from the sun and solar system, to space stations and NASA telescopes. We will spend time in the Bryan-Gooding Planetarium and the MOSH’s mobile Planetarium studying the sky.
Friday Field Trip: All MOSH Campers will take a day long trip to Kennedy Space Center!
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Extended care is available from 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. each day of camp. Campers will gather in the conference room, play games, and watch a G-rated movie.
Extended Day (a.m. and p.m.)
A.M. $25/week
P.M. $25/week
If you would like extended day care for both a.m. and p.m., please select both options when registering.
NOTICE: Campers must register for camps according to the grade they have just completed. Camps fill quickly, so full payment must be received to insure a spot in camp. There is a $10 cancellation fee for each week of camp cancelled. All cancellations made with less than 7 days notice will not be eligible for a refund. Refunds will not be given for missed camps.
