Student Stewards Science Camp FAQs:
Spring Edition
How old are the students at this camp?
Students between the ages of 8 - 12 are eligible to attend.
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Can older students become Junior Counselors?
Yes! Student ages 13-16 can become Junior Counselors.
Email dayna@tmparksfoundation.org for more details.​
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How many kids are at camp each week?
Each week, the Student Stewards Spring Break Camp will have 40 spots for students. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Keeping our camp small will ensure that each student is given the individualized attention, care, and guidance that they need.
What are the dates of the camps?
Spring Camp will run between the dates of Monday, March 17th to Friday the 22nd and Monday, March 24th to Friday the 28th.
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What time does camp start and end?
Regular camp hours are 9am-4pm. Students can be picked up and dropped off at the California Building, located in Idlewild Park at 75 Cowan Drive, Reno.
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Extended hours (8am-5:30 pm) are available for an additional fee. Please be aware, parents/ guardians CANNOT be later than 5:30pm to pick-up students. If parents/guardians are late to pick-up students (later than 5:30 pm), a late fee will be charged. There are no afternoon extended hours on Fridays.
How do I register my child for camp?
Online registration will open soon. You will need to pay a $25 deposit for each week with a credit or debit card before registration is complete and your student's spot in camp is secured.
How much does camp cost?
A week of camp costs $275 per student. Extended hours (8am-5:30 pm) are available for an additional fee.
Register by Sunday, February 9th for $50 off tuition with our Early Bird discount!
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Are scholarships available?
Need-based scholarships are available. If you are interested, please complete the scholarship application while registering your child.
What does a typical day at camp look like?
Camp will start at 9:00 am. In the mornings, we will focus on experiments and activities in small groups. We will have a recreational break mid-morning to ensure students are up and moving. After lunch, we will do arts & crafts, play games, and more. We will also have large group activities, hikes, park explorations, and group experiments/activities related to the week’s theme. Camp ends at 4:00 pm each day, and parents will need to sign their students out with a photo ID before heading home.
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What about the food situation?
Lunch is provided and included in the price of tuition. However, we encourage parents to pack plenty of snacks for their camper. Parents are still welcome to pack a sack lunch, especially if your camper has any dietary restrictions or special dietary preferences.
What should my student bring to camp each day?
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Sturdy shoes appropriate for being active outside (must have a back to them; no flip-flops or crocs, please)
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Weather appropriate clothing (jacket, warm pants, etc.)
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Water bottle
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Sunscreen
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Hat
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Backpack
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Snack
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Downtime items (books, notebooks, cards, etc.)