Simsbury Culture, Parks and Recreation Department
• Register Now •

Mad Science Summer Camps • Register • View Cart •

Young girl with safety glasses building a science experiment
MAD SCIENCE SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS
Mad Science of Western New England is the leading science enrichment provider in the region. Since 1998, we have been providing fun, innovative STEM programs for kids! Our unique after school and summer programs are interactive, hands-on & above all, a blast. At Mad Science, we believe that fostering a love for science, technology, engineering and math at a young age will give children the confidence they need to excel in these fields. 

Red Hot Robots
6/30-7/3
8:30-11:30 AM- Ages 5-8
12:30-3:30 PM- Ages 8-11
Children will learn the basics of robotics by constructing their own age-appropriate robot throughout the week. They will gain a basic knowledge of the science of wheels, simple machines, and gears. They will experience different types of robotic devices including line-tracking and responsive robots. Robots go home with campers on the last day of the program. Supplies included!

Underground Explorers
8/4-8/8
8:30-11:30 AM- Ages 5-8
12:30-3:30 PM- Ages 8-11
During this week-long program, your explorer will learn about archaeology and the techniques scientists use to excavate long lost cities! We will discover ancient civilizations and the tools and artifacts they used in everyday life! The JR Archaeologists will also study bone fragments, pottery shards, amber deposits, and fossils to understand what they can tell us about history! What’s more, each class includes a make and take-home project, like a fossil reproduction, an amber time capsule, and coins from around the world! 

Learn more about Mad Science Camp programs, visit the Mad Science website.

Behavior Policy
Rules, Behavior, and Discipline Policy
Participants will be responsible for following ALL program rules as listed below:
*Participants must be respectful to other participants, staff, and facilities and equipment at all times.
*Participants must remain in designated program areas at all times unless escorted by an instructor.
*Participants must stay with their instructor at all times.
*Participants must use appropriate language with other participants and staff at all times.
*Participants are only permitted to leave the program when they are signed out by a parent/guardian or other
authorized person.

All children are expected to behave in a proper and respectful manner. We will not tolerate any physical violence, name calling, foul language, destruction of property, or any other behavior deemed inappropriate by the staff. In accordance with the severity and frequency of the behavior, a behavior tracking form may be completed and kept on file. Parents will be notified and receive a copy of any such form. If warranted, the Recreation Department reserves the right to dismiss or suspend any child from the program. No refunds will be given.

Scholarships
Interested in a scholarship or need financial assistance? Please contact Simsbury Social Services at 860-658-3283.

Register Activity Ages Grades Days Date/Time Fees
 
   This Activity Full
  Log In
Red Hot Robots- Ages 5-8 
5y - 8y N/A MTuWTh  06/30/2025 - 07/03/2025
08:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Apple Barn, 60 Old Farms Rd. 		$205.00 R, $205.00 NR
Please bring a water and snack.
 
   Log In
Underground Explorers- Ages 5-8 
5y - 8y N/A MTuWThF  08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
08:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Apple Barn, 60 Old Farms Rd. 		$257.00 R, $257.00 NR
Please bring a water and snack.
 
   Log In
Underground Explorers- Ages 8-11 
8y - 11y N/A MTuWThF  08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
12:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Apple Barn, 60 Old Farms Rd. 		$257.00 R, $257.00 NR
Please bring a water and snack.
* Adjustments and discounts will be applied during checkout if applicable. *

 Return to Programs    View All Activities


Share This Page: