“Improv. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t. But when it does, it’s like open-field running.” -Robin Williams Improv is one of the many classes that we offer here at AstroCamp during the summer. To an outsider it might just look like a bunch of silly games, but improvisational theatre is a unique art form that…

From doodling to D&D, from board games to yoga, from jamming with your friends to relaxing in the meadow – and everything in between – there are tons of awesome electives here at AstroCamp. These classes are quick, one-off adventures led by an instructor who’s excited to share this time with you. If you want…

Your things are packed, the car is loaded, and you’re on your way up the mountain. During the trip, beautiful views pass you as you wind back and forth up the roads. But despite your excitement, you can’t help but be a little nervous, and you ask yourself, “What’s about to happen?” Welcome to your…

Here is an engineering challenge for you. Drop a water balloon from the second story of a building onto a rocky bottom and have it survive. In Cosmic Lander, our students do just that! In this popular class at AstroCamp, our campers transform into teams of engineers. They model landing fragile scientific gear (the water…

The time has come for summer camp to end. It’s been full of adventures, silliness, and memories. But that doesn’t  mean that it has to be gone from your hearts forever. Here are a few ways to keep living the camp life style even as the new school year comes rolling on in. Sing and…

AstroCamp: the summer frontier. These are the voyages of the campers who attend. Their one or two-week mission: exploring strange new worlds, to seek out new friends and new interests. To boldly go where they have never gone before. There are so many strange new worlds to explore during a summer at AstroCamp, from the…

Technology is practically inescapable in today’s day and age. Everyone has a smart phone, computer, tablet, gaming system, or some combination. It is used every single day for communication, entertainment, or as a tool. Here at camp we highly encourage all of our students to put away their electronics and focus on the experience at…

No matter your age, knowing how to cook for yourself is an invaluable skill, and the earlier you start, the easier it is in adulthood. Whenever campers show up on arrival day, they can grab some lemonade or a snack at AstroCantina, but many will return for a cooking class later in the week. This…

Art is subjective, it is different and unique to each and every person and comes in different forms and mediums! We believe there is no right or wrong way to pursue art and we strive to foster our campers imaginations and creative abilities in a positive direction. That is why AstroCamp offers many outlets for…