Released January 28, 2010
MADISON, Wisc. — Youth in grades 6 – 8 who are interested in science, engineering or technology are invited to attend the IW2K! (I Want to Know!) Camp at the Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center in Wisconsin Dells, April 24 – 25, 2010. The camp will provide fun, hands-on learning experiences for youth who are interested in asking questions and learning about how things work. Camp sessions will explore global positioning systems, engineering design, environmental science, rocketry, careers in science and military applications of science and technology.
The camp will begin at 10 am on Saturday, April 24 and conclude at 2:00 pm the following day. The camp fee of just $45 per participant includes all meals, lodging, a T-shirt and supplies. While the camp is sponsored by Wisconsin 4-H Youth Development and Operation Military Kids, neither 4-H membership or military association is required, and any youth in grades 6 – 8 is invited to attend.
The registration deadline is March 19, 2010, but space is limited. Registrations will be taken on a first come basis with a waiting list if necessary. Go to http://www.uwex.edu/ces/4h/set/science.cfm for a registration form or contact your local UW-Extension Office.
This opportunity is sponsored by 4-H, but open to everyone, so don’t miss out on this great opportunity! An EEO/AA employer, University of Wisconsin Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title IX and ADA requirements. Please make requests for reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to educational programs as early as possible preceding the scheduled program, service or activity.
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