About Y Science Camp
Campers will embark on an exciting scientific adventure, applying the scientific method each day. Participants will ask questions, make predictions, gather data and form conclusions, all tracked in their personal science journal.
Weekly explorations will cover topics like aerodynamics, chemical reactions, animal adaptation and more. Traditional camp games and activities will complement the scientific learning, ensuring a fun and enriching experience.
Y Science Camp Locations
Edmonton (Health, Fitness & Aquatics Centres)
- Castle Downs Family YMCA
- Jamie Platz Family YMCA
- William Lutsky Family YMCA
Red Deer
- Northside Community Centre YMCA
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Science Explorers
Science Explorers (4–6 years)
Spark your child’s natural curiosity this summer! In Science Explorers, young campers become little scientists—asking big questions, making discoveries, and recording their findings in their very own science journal. Each day brings hands-on experiments, exciting topics like flight, reactions, and animal adaptations, and plenty of classic camp fun. Ignite a lifelong love of learning through play, adventure, and exploration!
Science Explorers (6–9 years)
Fuel your child’s curiosity and sense of wonder this summer! In Science Explorers, campers take on hands-on experiments each day—asking questions, testing ideas, and recording their discoveries in a personal science journal. From flight and chemical reactions to animal adaptations and more, every week brings fresh adventures in science, paired with classic camp games and outdoor fun. It’s the perfect mix of learning, laughter, and discovery!
Science Explorers (9–12 years)
Inspire your young innovator to think like a scientist! In Science Explorers, campers go beyond curiosity—designing experiments, testing hypotheses, and recording their discoveries in personal science journals. Each week dives into fascinating topics like aerodynamics, chemical reactions, and animal adaptations, blending real scientific exploration with games, teamwork, and outdoor fun. It’s an engaging, hands-on experience that makes science come alive!
Questions?
Please check out our Frequently Asked Questions for more details about our policies, participant safety and other common questions.
If you need assistance with your online account, online registration or if you have more questions about our Camp experience, our team is available to help you at daycamp@ymcanab.ca or in person at a YMCA Health, Wellness and Community Centre.
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