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SUMMARY:Young Explorers Camp (Ages 5-6)
DESCRIPTION:*Please note that the website will say that it is “full” until registration opens on 15th Feb.* \nDuring Young Explorers\, campers spend the morning learning about the natural world through hands-on activities and pure adventuring over our beautiful 900-acre field station. Topics may vary from insects to pond life to the science of smell!  The small group of campers is led by 2 Clifton instructors\, who will help students learn how to prepare for being outdoors and work with others in addition to the natural history of the Piedmont.  Campers must bring their own snacks and reusable water bottles.   \nAges: 5-6 at the time of camp. *This is a drop-off program* \nTime: 9AM – 12PM\, Monday – Friday \nCost: $155.00 for first camper\, $125 for each additional camper.  \nCancellation Policy: Cancellations prior to 30 days before the start of camp will receive a refund\, minus a $50 nonrefundable registration fee. Cancellations within 30 days of camp start date forfeit full tuition. \nPaperwork Deadline:  You should receive a confirmation email upon registration\, which will contain a link for filling out your camper’s emergency contact form and liability waiver. The deadline for submission of paperwork will be May 19th\, 2025.  If you do not submit your paperwork by this date\, you will be refunded all but the $50 and the spot will be offered to the next person on the wait list.  Paperwork is important for us to plan!   \nVaccination Policy:  All staff and campers aged 5 and above must be up-to-date with all Virginia Board of Health School Immunization requirements for the appropriate age (found here).  \nScholarships:  If you are interested in a scholarship\, please fill out this 2025 Scholarship Application BEFORE buying a ticket.  We don’t want financial limitations to get in the way of your child attending camp!
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/young-explorers-camp-ages-5-6/
LOCATION:The Clifton Institute\, 6712 Blantyre Road\, Warrenton\, VA\, 20187\, United States
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SUMMARY:Young Scientists Research Experience (Ages 13 - 18)
DESCRIPTION:*Please note that the website will say that it is “full” until registration opens on 15th Feb.* \nDuring this unique experience\, students will explore and carry out their own research project. Young Scientists will engage in inquiry-based\, hands-on learning as they develop their own research questions\, collect and analyze data\, and present their results\, all under the guidance of an experienced mentor.  This opportunity is perfect for middle and high school students with an interest in the environmental and natural sciences and the desire to experience ecological fieldwork. We welcome motivated students who are excited to spend the week at our beautiful\, 900-acre field station in the northern Virginia Piedmont in the company of like-minded peers. \nExample research questions include: \n\nHow does road noise affect the singing of birds\, frogs\, and other animals?\nWhere on the field station is there the most evidence of deer and other mammals?\nAre there more insects on plants that are native to Virginia or on exotic plants?\n\nAges: 13-18 at the time of camp. \nTime: 9AM – 4PM\, Monday – Friday (June 23-27). There will be a presentation of student research projects on the evening of Friday\, 6/27\, open to friends and families. \nCost: $350.00 for first camper\, $280 for each additional camper. \nCancellation Policy: Cancellations prior to 30 days before the start of camp will receive a refund\, minus a $50 nonrefundable registration fee. Cancellations within 30 days of camp start date forfeit full tuition. \nPaperwork Deadline:  You should receive a confirmation email upon registration\, which will contain a link for filling out your camper’s emergency contact form and liability waiver. The deadline for submission of paperwork will be June 2nd\, 2025.  If you do not submit your paperwork by this date\, you will be refunded all but the $50 and the spot will be offered to the next person on the wait list.  Paperwork is important for us to plan!   \nVaccination Policy:  All staff and campers aged 5 and above must be up-to-date with all Virginia Board of Health School Immunization requirements for the appropriate age (found here).  \nScholarships:  If you are interested in a scholarship\, please fill out this 2025 Scholarship Application BEFORE buying a ticket.  We don’t want financial limitations to get in the way of your child attending camp! \n 
URL:https://cliftoninstitute.org/event/young-scientists-research-experience-ages-13-18/
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