- Written by gearbots
- Published: 23 Dec 2020
Here is a list of our Summer 2024 STEM Camps
- In partnership with the Abbotsford International Airshow and UFV.
Pre-requisites: Students will require basic computer skills with a mouse and keyboard, starting programs, and how to save and open files in a folder. Our camps are for academically focused kids who want to challenge themselves. Participants must be able to self-regulate their behaviour and work well with others.
Chronological list of camps: - registration links below in the camp descriptions
- Camp One: Introduction to Coding/Robotics Camp:
(includes step 1 and step 2 of our Jr. Makerspace Program)
- July 8-12 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm at UFV Trades and Technology Centre in Chilliwack - Camp Two-A: Introduction to Coding/Robotics Camp:
(includes step 1 and step 2 of our Jr. Makerspace Program)
- July 22-26, 2024 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm at the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport - NEW!!! Camp Two-B: Introduction to Aerospace Camp: - Physics of Flight / Jr. Flight School
- July 22-26, 2024 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm at the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport - SOLD OUT Camp Three: Building a HoverCraft Camp: - Aerospace Engineering
- July 22-26, 2024 (Mon-Fri) from 1pm to 4pm at the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport - SOLD OUT Camp Four: Introduction to Aerospace Camp: - Physics of Flight / Jr. Flight School
- July 29-Aug 2, 2024 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm at the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport - SOLD OUT Camp Five: Introduction to Coding a Drone Camp:
- July 29-Aug 2, 2024 (Mon-Fri) from 1pm to 4pm at the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport - Camp Six: Digital Design in Aerospace Camp: - Fabrication / 3D printing / laser cutting
- August 12-16 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm at the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport - Camp Seven: Introduction to Coding/Robotics Camp:
(includes step 1 and step 2 of our Jr. Makerspace Program)
- August 19-23 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm at UFV Trades and Technology Centre in Chilliwack
Registration will open on March 29th! Spots are limited.
A. Introduction to Coding/Robotics Camp:
(includes Step 1 and Step 2 of our Jr. Makerspace Program)
- In partnership with the Abbotsford International Airshow and UFV
Description: In this introductory course, students will learn about the engineering field of Mechatronics. Students will learn how to program a robotic device to complete a number of challenges. Students participating in our program during the school year will continue with their STEP TWO learning plan. Students should bring nut-free snacks and water.
Instructor: Dereck Dirom
Age: 8+
Camp Fee: $240.00 (15 hours)
Camp One: July 8-12 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm / half day AM camp
Location: UFV Trades and Technology Centre - 5579 Tyson Rd Chilliwack
Special Feature: All registered participants for this camp will receive one free youth and one free adult ticket to the 2024 Abbotsford International Airshow on Sunday, August 11th, 2024. In addition, all registered camp participants and one adult will receive an "exclusive behind-the-scenes experience" on Thursday, August 8th - exact details TBD.
REGISTRATION LINK:
Camp Two: July 22-26, 2024 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm / half day AM camp
Location: At the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport
Special Feature: All registered participants for this camp will receive one free youth and one free adult ticket to the 2024 Abbotsford International Airshow on Sunday, August 11th, 2024. In addition, all registered camp participants and one adult will receive an "exclusive behind-the-scenes experience" on Thursday, August 8th - exact details TBD.
REGISTRATION LINK:
Camp Seven: August 19-23 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm / half day AM camp
Location: UFV Trades and Technology Centre - 5579 Tyson Rd Chilliwack
REGISTRATION LINK:
B. Building a HoverCraft Camp: Aerospace Engineering - Design, fabricate, test and repeat!
- In partnership with the Abbotsford International Airshow and UFV
Description: This camp is designed for students who have taken one of our programs before (Introduction to Aerospace Design camp or one of our other courses). During the camp, participants will construct a mechanical device from scratch. Participants will use a 3D printer and laser cutter to fabricate parts for their device. The camp is full of unique extras that will make for an amazing STEM learning opportunity. Students must bring a nut-free snack and water.
- Thanks to TroTec Canada for providing the laser cutter for this camp.
Instructor: Trevor Schamuhn
Age: 10+
Camp Fee: $240.00 (15 hours)
Camp Three: July 22-26, 2024 (Mon-Fri) from 1pm to 4pm / half day PM camp
Location: At the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport
Special Feature: All registered participants for this camp will receive one free youth and one free adult ticket to the 2024 Abbotsford International Airshow on Sunday, August 11th, 2024. In addition, all registered camp participants and one adult will receive an "exclusive behind-the-scenes experience" on Thursday, August 8th - exact details TBD.
REGISTRATION LINK:
C. Introduction to Aerospace Camp: - Physics of Flight / Jr. Flight School
- In partnership with the Abbotsford International Airshow and UFV
Description: In this introductory STEM camp, students will learn all about the exciting science behind how airplanes fly. In addition to learning about the physics of flight, students will also create a number of paper airplanes and foamboard gliders to help demonstrate the science concepts. The camp is full of unique extras that will make for a fantastic STEM learning opportunity. Students must bring a nut-free snack and water. For participants who took the camp last year, we recommend that you sign up for one or more of our other STEM camps.
- Thanks to TroTec Canada for providing the laser cutter for this camp.
Instructor: Camp Two-B = Trevor Schamuhn and Camp Four = Richard Whitman
Age: 9+
Camp Fee: $240.00 (15 hours)
NEW!! Camp Two-B: July 22-26, 2024 (Mon-Fri from 9am to 12pm / half day AM amp.
REGISTRATION LINK:
Camp Four: July 29-Aug 2, 2024 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm / half day AM camp
Location: At the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport
Special Feature: All registered participants for this camp will receive one free youth and one free adult ticket to the 2024 Abbotsford International Airshow on Sunday, August 11th, 2024. In addition, all registered camp participants and one adult will receive an "exclusive behind-the-scenes experience" on Thursday, August 8th - exact details TBD.
REGISTRATION LINK:
D. Introduction to Coding a Drone Camp: - Coding in Scratch, Python, JavaScript
- In partnership with the Abbotsford International Airshow and UFV
Description: In this introductory STEM camp, students will learn all about the exciting world behind programmable drones. The camp participants will learn how quadcopters fly and how to program their drones in a simulator. Once they have mastered basic movement, campers will be introduced to the coding languages of JavaScript and Python. Campers will complete a number of tasks and challenges throughout the week. Students must bring a nut-free snack and water.
Instructor: Dereck Dirom
Age: 10+
Camp Fee: $240.00 (15 hours)
Camp Five: July 29-Aug 2, 2024 (Mon-Fri) from 1pm to 4pm / half day AM camp
Location: At the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport
Special Feature: All registered participants for this camp will receive one free youth and one free adult ticket to the 2024 Abbotsford International Airshow on Sunday, August 11th, 2024. In addition, all registered camp participants and one adult will receive an "exclusive behind-the-scenes experience" on Thursday, August 8th - exact details TBD.
REGISTRATION LINK:
E. Digital Design in Aerospace Camp: - Fabrication with 3D Printers and a Laser Cutter
- In partnership with the Abbotsford International Airshow and UFV
Description: This camp is designed for students who want to learn and develop their digital design skills using TinkerCAD, OnShape and InkScape. In this half-day hands-on STEM camp, students will learn all about digitally designing for the 3D printer and laser cutter. As students develop their design skills, they will have lots of opportunities to print and laser-cut their creations to take home. Students must bring a nut-free snack and water.
- Thanks to TroTec Canada for providing the laser cutter for this camp.
Instructor: Trevor Schamuhn
Age: 12+
Camp Fee: $240.00 (15 hours)
Camp Six: August 12-16 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm / half day AM camp
Location: At the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport
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