Unfortunately this camp has been CANCELLED
due to low enrollment.
Science in the City: Urban Ecology Camp
Work with real scientists to explore Colorado ecology!
For rising 7th – 9th graders
June 17 – 21, 2019, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at the Auraria Campus and local research sites
Cost: $425 (Includes all materials and transportation to research sites, but does not include meals)
Potential Camp Schedule
*Activities and order of days subject to change
- Day 1 - Stream Ecology Prepare Plant Press
- Day 2 - Denver Botanic Gardens Field Trip
- Day 3 - Pine Bark Beetle Field Trip
- Day 4 - Investigate Urban Wildlife Trap Cameras
- Day 5 - Analyze and Present Data from Field Work
Please note that meals are not included and participants are expected to bring a bagged lunch for all 5 days of camp.
All camp activities will be supervised by adults. Activities will include walking at Denver’s elevation (5,280 ft) or higher (participants should consult with their medical professional to determine ability to participate in activities in Colorado elevations as higher elevations can cause illness), gathering plant samples in both urban and natural environments, wading in Cherry Creek using waist-high gaiters, moderate hiking in mountainous terrain, and travelling via CU Denver rented vans to field sites. Participants should wear closed-toed sturdy walking shoes and should dress comfortably in layers to be prepared for Denver's sometimes unpredictable weather.
Activity Overview & Learning Outcomes
The Urban Ecology Camp will be lead by Dr. Laurel Hartley with selected graduate students to cover the following exciting topics:
Registration Information
The total cost for the camp is $425 - please be prepared to pay for the camp once you have completed the enrollment form.
Unfortunately this camp has been CANCELLED due to low enrollment.
Families who sign up more than one student (either a sibling or friend) will receive a 20% discount off of each additional student enrollment! Unique discount codes will be provided.
Contact
For questions regarding the Urban Ecology Camp, please contact:
Jennifer Hellier
STEAM Camp Director
Email: Jennifer.Hellier@ucdenver.edu
Phone: 303-315-1730
Refund Policy
We have a no refund policy except in extenuating circumstances. If you need to request a refund for any reason, please email Jennifer.Hellier@ucdenver.edu with a detailed description of your circumstances for consideration.