Science

Enraptured With Raptors

Want to learn all about the birds of prey called raptors? For one week, you will find out what characteristics all raptors have in common. Compare and contrast owls, falcons, hawks, and other raptors to see how each group is adapted to survive. You will be involved in activities relating to raptors, go on a field trip to see them in the wild, and see live raptors up close! This program is offered in cooperation with the Raptor Center.

Crazy about Owls

Ever wonder how an owl can hunt in the dark, or what makes them “silent fliers”? Now is your chance to see owls up close and find out what makes them so unique. Discover the secrets in an owl pellet and how it can give you insight on the owl’s diet. This program is offered in cooperation with the Raptor Center.

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Raptor Vet!

Come learn about life as a wildlife veterinarian at The Raptor Center and meet our veterinarians and technicians. Campers will learn about the process of raptor rehabilitation from admission to release. Learners will participate in lots of exciting hands-on activities and get up close and personal with our live education eagles, hawks, owls and falcons. A field trip to the Vet school is included. Come learn about the exciting science of veterinary medicine! This program is perfect for young people who want to explore a career in veterinary medicine. This program is offered in cooperation with the Raptor Center

Falcons and Falconry

Come and discover the fascinating falcon and the connections it has to people. While learning about the falcon you will also explore the past and present sport of falconry. Find out how dif-ferent raptors are designed to catch different prey and the variety of raptors used in falconry. Meet a real Minnesota falconer as we spend the week with these magnificent birds! This program is offered in cooperation with the Raptor Center.

Giddy Up – New Class!

The University of Minnesota’s new Equine Center is offering a summer camp on horsemanship. In this camp, participants will learn how to be safe around these large animals, to identify different breeds by their color and markings, and how to tell if a horse is healthy by looking at their skeleton and muscles. Campers will also receive instruction on horse management; what horses should eat how to feed them as well as gaining an understanding of basic grooming and upkeep required when owning a horse. Campers will learn about the most common equine illnesses and what to look for; as well as the basics of equine first aid. You will tour the new equine center; see the surgical facility and watch horses performing in the water and high speed treadmills. This is NOT a riding camp though the week will end with a trail ride at a local ranch. A waiver for Windy Ridge Ranch is required in order to participate on the trail ride.

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Circuits are a Snap!

If you have ever wondered how electricity works (including earth-healthy technology like solar cells), this class is for you. You will learn some basic facts about electricity and how it is used to make things work. Make flying saucers, crazy sounding doorbells, computer brains, and other cool projects, while learning college-level facts that are explained in a way you can understand them. And, when you “wow” your parents with what you’ve learned, you don’t have to tell them that our circuits are as fun as Legos™!

Circuits Are a Snap! – Electric Ladies Week

While everyone is invited to our “Circuits are a Snap” classes, this week is being reserved just for girls. The format will be basically the same as the class description above, however this class will be taught by women engineering students and faculty with some of the projects geared specifically to emerging young women scientists and engineers. Come and join us as we explore the crazy world of electricity girl-style.

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