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Explore the exciting world of paleontology at the Minnesota Discovery Center! Our hands-on summer camps offer an interactive learning experience about paleontology, what paleontologists do, and its connection to Northern Minnesota. Below are the dates and age groups for the three sessions: Ages 4-7 Camp Date: June 16-18 Time: 9:30am-12:30pm Cost: $67.50 for members, $75 for non-members Venue: Indoor activities will be in the new Play Studio, while outdoor will be on MDC's campus. There will be mid-morning light snacks and juice each day. Parents will need to accompany their kid(s). Parents can bring multiple kids, as long as they are between 4 and 7 years old. Ages 8-12 Camp Date: July 14-17 Time: 9:00am-4:00pm Cost: $126 for members, $140 for non-members Venue: MDC's indoor Paleo Lab and outdoors at the Hill Annex Mine. NEW ADDITIONAL OPTION (see below) Date: August 4-7 Time: 9:00am-4:00pm Cost: $126 for members, $140 for non-members Venue: MDC's indoor Paleo Lab and outdoors at the Hill Annex Mine. Lunch is served daily. One day is a field day, bring “work” clothes. Cost includes: Riker mount boxes, field journal, and art projects. Ages 13-18 Camp Date: June 23-26 Time: 9:00am-4:00pm Cost: $126 for members, $140 for non-members Venue: MDC's indoor Paleo Lab and outdoors at the Hill Annex Mine. Lunch is served daily. One day is a field day, bring “work” clothes. Cost includes: Riker mount boxes, field journal, and art projects. Give us a call today at 218-254-7959 to sign up your child! ~~~ UPDATE! Due to an eager response to our Summer Paleo Camp programs here at the Minnesota Discovery Center, we are opening an additional camp week for our 8- to 12-year-old fossil enthusiasts. The new camp runs August 4th-7th, Monday to Thursday, 9:00am-4:00pm each day. This new camp week was encouraged by a strong wait list, SO DON’T DELAY!! The few spots available will likely fill up fast.
