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Science Camps of America

  • Coed
  • Ages 13-17
  • Specialty

Overview

Located on the Island of Hawai’i, Science Camps for America offers an unforgettable overnight program for teens aged 13-17. Home to active volcanoes, vast lava fields, lush rain forests, fantastic coral reefs, black and green sand beaches, and so much more. Science Camp for Teens is your home for an amazing experience filled with exploration, science, fun and adventure.

Hiking, swimming, snorkeling, all while learning geology, marine science, oceanography, forestry, botany, biology, ecology, and climatology. Each exciting ten-day Science Camp session is filled with new places and new activities, with new friends to share the experience.

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Specialty camp focus: Science

Unique Features

  • Explore vastly different environments and ecosystems through daily field trips around the island of Hawai'i.
  • Hands-on field science across many disciplines likes geology, marine science, oceanography, forestry, botany, biology, ecology, and climatology.
  • Launch model rockets, help remove invasive species, star gaze, clean the shoreline, observe sea turtles, swim in the ocean, and more.
  • Named one of the best sleepaway camps in America by Condé Nast Traveler.
  • Get outside, do some science, and hike, swim, and snorkel.

Dates & Rates

2025 Season:

  • Camp Season July 01 - July 20
  • Session Lengths 1.5 weeks
  • Cost $1,957 /week

Financial Offers:

  • Tiered/sliding scale tutition: No
  • Financial assistance: Yes
  • Special discounts: Available

Accommodations

Bunks

  • Type: Dorm Or Hotel
  • Not open air
  • Electricity/lights
  • No air conditioning
  • No separate bathhouse
  • Showers attached
  • Toilets attached

Health

  • Staff certified in First Aid / CPR
  • No doctor onsite
  • No nurse onsite
  • No 24/7 medical staff
  • No onsite health center

Dietary Needs

  • Food Allergies
  • Gluten Free
  • No kosher
  • Peanut-free
  • Tree nut-free
  • Vegan friendly
  • Vegetarian friendly

International Campers

  • Enrolls non-US campers
  • 13 countries have attended
  • Vietnam
  • Thailand
  • Russia
  • New Zealand
  • Japan
  • United Kingdom
  • Ecuador
  • Colombia
  • China
  • Canada
  • Australia
  • American Samoa
  • United Arab Emirates

Welcome Message

Michael Richards, Executive Director and Founder

Hello! I'm Mike and my partners and I started Science Camps of America with the goal of providing a great opportunity for teens to get outside and do science. Our home for Science Camp, Hawaii Island, known as the world's "greatest outdoor laboratory" is the perfect location as we explore its volcanoes, forests, mountains, shorelines, and beaches. Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure into nature, science, and exploration.

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