Mon, Jun 10
|CAS
Earth Explorer: Geology Exploration
Program Dates/Times: June 10th-14th (1pm-4pm) Open to rising 5th-8th Graders, ages 11-14.
Time & Location
Jun 10, 2024, 1:00 PM EDT – Jun 14, 2024, 4:00 PM EDT
CAS, 2540 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43202
About This Event
Join us at The Lawn at CAS for a thrilling adventure that will transform you into a ready-to-explore geologist! In "Earth Explorer: Geology Exploration," participants will embark on a journey to uncover the mysteries of rocks, minerals, and the dynamic forces shaping our planet.
Program Highlights:
1. Rock and Mineral Discovery: Delve into the fascinating world of rocks and minerals through hands-on activities and exciting experiments. Participants will learn to identify different rocks, explore their unique properties, and understand the science behind these geological wonders.
2. Dynamic Earth Forces Unveiled: Discover the powerful forces that shape the Earth's surface. From tectonic plate movements to volcanic eruptions, participants will explore the dynamic geological processes that have shaped landscapes and continents.
3. Artistic Expressions with Rocks: Get creative with geology! Participants will explore how rocks can be transformed into unique works of art. From rock painting to creating geological sculptures, this program offers a fusion of science and artistic expression.
4. Geological Excursions: Explore nearby rock formations, observe geological phenomena, and gain hands-on experience in applying geological concepts in real-world settings.
5. Rockin' Celebration: The week will conclude with a Rockin' Celebration where participants will showcase their newfound geological knowledge and creative projects. Families are invited to join in the celebration and witness the geological wonders their young explorers have uncovered.
You will receive an email a week prior to the start of the program with information regarding location, paperwork, drop off and pick up time, along with the culminating program presentation information.
Program sold out? You can register to be on our waitlist. We will notify you if a spot opens up!
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