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CSI SonomaQuestA crime has been committed at a local elementary and we need your help to solve the case. Become a crime scene investigator; learn how real crime scene investigation is done. Take out your crime scene tape, put on your gloves, and unleash your strong observational and scientific skills. Collect evidence from the scene, interview witnesses, and back in our CSI laboratory learn the techniques that will make you an expert investigator. Review witness accounts, and use deductive reasoning to create a crime timeline. Set up experiments to figure out details about the perpetrator through pH testing, hidden fingerprints, invisible ink analysis, and chromatography. Finally, carry out a DNA analysis to confirm your suspicions. By the end, build a strong case that will withstand the scrutiny of the jury.Summer Quest 2025
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ART EXPLORERS: 3-D ART AND MORE!QuestGet down with upcycled art! In this camp children will have fun exploring 3-D art forms. They will work with recycled materials to make collage, sculptures, toys, and games. The children will also be exposed to printmaking and building sculptures with paper mache. They will also learn to express 3-D forms on flat surfaces through drawing and painting. Through these fun and creative art forms the children will learn art history and improve their ability to see and express themselves in new ways. All will be done in a supportive and nurturing environment.Summer Quest 2025
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Wildlife Wonders using LEGO MaterialsQuestDesign and build your way through the animal kingdom, from sea to safari, using tens of thousands of LEGO® parts. With the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor, you’ll recreate diverse habitats while crafting animals in their natural surroundings. Your animal adventure awaits!Summer Quest 2025
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Ocean AdventuresQuestExplore the big world under the waves.The oceans are full of creatures that are beautiful and strange. Whether you’re a fan of sharks, snakes, penguins, or polar bears, Oceanology is full of fascinating critters to meet! Get ready to learn all about the mammals, birds, fish, reptiles,and invertebrates that call the ocean home. Discover how an octopus eats, make an edible coral reef, create a glow in the dark sea creature. All this and more awaits you as you become a junior oceanologist!Summer Quest 2025
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PopularMagical and Mythical CreaturesQuestEmbark on an enchanting journey with our Magical and Mythical Creatures Camp. From unicorns to dragons, each day is a whimsical exploration of legendary beings through captivating stories, enchanting crafts, and fantastical adventures. We will craft our own unicorn horns, embark on mythical creature scavenger hunts, and maybe even breathe a little dragon fire. Join us for a week of magical escapades, where the wonders of mythical realms come alive in the hearts of our campers!Summer Quest 2025
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Edible ScienceQuestDo you realize that there is amazing science happening every day in your very own kitchen? Explore the chemistry behind making butter and ice cream, cause chemical reactions, and create yummy treats. Learn about candy making through experimentation with chocolate and sugar. Test to see if you are a super taster and take the Juice Tasting Challenge. Bring molecular gastronomy into the mix and you'v got a recipe for fun. Taste testing is strongly encouraged. So, let's have some fun and play with our food while learning the science behind it.Summer Quest 2025
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Hogwarts AdventureQuestCalling all young witches and wizards to a spellbinding Hogwarts adventure this summer! If you are charmed by the wizarding world, then this is the class for you! After being sorted into Houses, come create an owl to sit in our owlery, try your hand at Spells and dueling, and find your Patronus in Defense Against the Dark Arts. And, because every magical journey requires a wand, we’ll make those during our adventure as well! Herbology (with Mandrakes!), and Astronomy will round out our schedule of classes before taking on End of Term Projects and tallying House Points. Come join the fun!Summer Quest 2025
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Pokemon Master Engineering using LEGO MaterialsQuestLEGO® Master, I choose you!! In the race to be crowned the Ultimate Pokémon Champion, we need your help! Learn to build your favorite Pokémon, level up by teaching them special moves, evolve them into more powerful versions, and come face to face with the current champion in an epic battle for the title. Learn from our Play-Well Pokémon Masters so you can make it to the top!Summer Quest 2025
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PopularIt's a Bug's LifeQuestWelcome to the weird, wonderful world of bugs! During this exciting, science-filled adventure, you’ll discover why certain insects buzz, which prehistoric bug was the size of a large bird, and other fun facts. Learn about beetles, dragonflies, moths, and more and find out how they fly, jump, chirp, sting, and communicate. Discover how to Identify and observe insects nearby, conduct scientific experiments, and participate in STEM activities like testing an ant’s strength and making a paper bug that actually moves. Along the way you will find lots of opportunities to explore the amazing world of bugs!Summer Quest 2025
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Ooey, Gooey Let's Get Slimy!QuestGet ready for an ultimate slime-tastic adventure where the messier, the better! If you love squishy, stretchy, and messy fun, this camp is for you. Experiment with crazy textures, wild colors, and mind-blowing creations. We encourage creativity, teamwork, and a love of all things slimy. So, come ready to make a mess and have tons of fun. Don’t worry we will supply the apron—things are about to get slimy!Summer Quest 2025
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PopularArcade MAKERSQuestReady, Set, GAME! In this camp, you’ll design and build your own, hand-powered arcade games. Using mainly up-cycled materials, you’ll choose, design, and build your game. Ideas include: a pinball game, bowling alley, mini golf hole, ring toss game, skee ball and more — the possibilities are endless. On the last day of camp we’ll try out each other’s games and invite your family to join us the last hour to participate. SO, let’s MAKE an arcade.Summer Quest 2025
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Around the World ArtQuestWould you like to visit the Taj Mahal, make an Aztec Sun, enjoy a Swedish Chocolate Ball, create an edible American flag or learn how to do African Line Art? We'll do all this and more. Come on this exciting adventure and visit many of the continents while experiencing their art and food.Summer Quest 2025
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TGA Junior Golf Summer SessionsQuestTGA brings the game of golf to children with a fun, easy to retain camp curriculum. Thousands of kids nationwide learn and grow with TGA and the game of golf. Our goal is to introduce, educate, and excite children to develop life skills & play golf for a lifetime! We understand children develop at different rates and stages, so our staff recognizes individual achievement and rewards positive attitudes! All equipment is provided for any size or dexterity. Everyone receives a camp prize. TGA turns School Fields into full-service driving ranges: • Camp begins with putting and chipping and G.A.S.P. (Grip Aim Stance Posture) • Daily activities rotate between putting, chipping, full swing, golf education, rules & etiquette stations. • Camp ends each day with either a skills challenge or friendly game. • Daily games encourage teamwork, friendly competition, and sportsmanship. • Campers play a ‘mock course’ to give them a course feel. More information can be found at www.playtga.com/northbaySummer Quest 2025
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Sew ElectricQuestLearn how to design and build your own light up circuitprojects! Create unique gifts for your friends or familyas well as a light up stuffed monster for yourself! Ifyou’re interested in electronics and love to create your own unique projects this class is for you! Play with cut-ting-edge technologies, circuit design, and basic stitch sewing in a whimsical fun way. Design and make a se-ries of custom (yes, you are the designer!) projects that include a glow in the dark bookmark, light up pop-upcards, illuminating origami, and luminescent stuffedanimals. Watch your family and friends’ eyes light up,as you light up the LED on your creations.Summer Quest 2025
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Jon Fingas (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Jurassic ParkQuestStep into the prehistoric world of Jurassic Park, an exciting and immersive class where students will journey back in time to explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs! Through hands-on activities, students will learn about different dinosaur species, their habitats, and how they lived. This interactive class combines art, music, dance and exploration to bring the age of dinosaurs to life. Get ready to create dinosaur-inspired artwork and crafts, move and dance like dinosaurs in fun, movement-based activities, dig for fossils and learn about paleontology through hands on excavation activities, and much more! Get ready for a roaring good time as we uncover the mysteries of the dinosaurs in this engaging and adventurous learning experience!Summer Quest 2025
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WaitlistLittle Monsters Culinary Cooking ClassQuestClasses start with an introduction to all ingredients being used. The recipes for the day are read allowed and we make sure no one “yucks someone's yum” - we work as a team to create each recipe. Each student takes home a portion of what they make everyday. We will make 2 recipes per day, something sweet and something savory. We will also work on knife skill in every class, safety is prioritized. We will also create a different culinary themed craft everyday ! There will be free art time and recess outside to get some energy out. We will explore math skills while we review measurements and use ½ cup measurements to make 1 cup or 1 ½ cup portions. Reading is encouraged as we go over the ingredients and recipe. Social skills are reinforced as we work together to make the recipes, while practicing patience taking turns using the mixer, blending, pressure cooker, etc. Class fee includes the (increasingly high) cost of food. All recipes are vegetarian friendly Menu Examples (recipes may differ at time of camp): Cheesy Smashed Potatoes, Veggie Noodle Soup, Copycat Panda Express Fried Rice, Macaroni and Cheese, Pizza Pasta Salad, Chow Mein, Homemade Hummus, Chili & Cornbread, Monster Cookies, Chocolate Strawberry Parfaits, Funky Monkey S'mores, Apple Pie Cups, Mini Berry Lemon Tarts, Choco-Tacos, Reese Ritz Bites, Cereal Sandwiches, Ect........Summer Quest 2025
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Learning French in the Garden Summer SessionQuestDo you want your kids to learn French this Summer? This course is tailored for kids who want to learn French through interactive games and immersive experiences, in an outdoor setting. We will explore different themes such as Greetings & Introductions, Colors & Numbers, Fruits & Vegetables, Fashion & Art, History & Culture, Songs and much more. The lessons are designed to develop basic language skills and vocabulary while having lots of fun. All levels are welcome.Summer Quest 2025
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Creating Magical Homes for FairiesQuestLose yourself in this wonderfully magical class, which allows you to imagine shrinking yourself and creating a home that Fairies and Sprites would live in. Students will design and build their own unique homes according to their age and skill level. Using all things natural, students create special places, furniture, and tools for Fairies and Sprites to use as they go through their daily life. Daily demonstrations on making special items provided. This class is so fun, everyone wants to do it!Summer Quest 2025
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Space Camp: Blast Off to Adventure!QuestCalling all young astronauts! In this exciting Space Camp for ages 6-9, students will embark on an intergalactic adventure as they build their very own rocket ship and blast off to explore a new planet each day. Through arts and crafts, games, outdoor activities, and hands-on exploration,students will design and construct their own rocket ship for an epic space journey, travel to different planets, learning about their unique features, create cosmic-themed art projects inspired by the stars, moons, and galaxies, play spaced-themed games and outdoor activities that bring the wonders of space to life, discover the mysteries of the universe through fun and engaging exploration, and so much more!Get ready for a week of adventure, discovery, and creativity as we journey through the stars- one planet at a time!Summer Quest 2025
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S.T.E.A.M. Explorers: A Journey Through the Amazon RainforestQuestStep into the wild and embark on an adventure that will take us deep into the lush, vibrant world of the Amazon! We'll explore the wonders of nature, from towering trees to exotic animals and everything in between. Throughout the week, we will discover the secrets of the rainforest through hands-on activities like building mini rainforest habitats, crafting colorful jungle-inspired art, and learning about the amazing creatures that call the Amazon home. We'll dive into the science behind the rainforest's unique ecosystem, experiment with nature and create art that reflects the beauty of this incredible environment. Everyone will leave with new knowledge, amazing art projects, and a deep appreciation for the magic of the Amazon rainforest. Ready to explore the jungle? The adventure starts now! 🌿🐦🌍Summer Quest 2025
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Jumping into JapanQuestAre you interested in jumping into another culture? Perhaps Japan? If so, you will love this course which is filled with fun Japanese inspired activities each day. Activities will include folding origami, making a variety of candy sushi, playing Japanese-themed games, solving Sudoku puzzles, and finally writing hilarious Haikus. Learning about another culture can be fun, especially if it involves candy and games! Join me in Jumping into Japan!Summer Quest 2025
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PopularSummer P.E. GamesQuestStudents will play indoor and outdoor group games! Join us for this inventive PE camp with a twist. Learn and participate in such super fun games as Red light/Green light, Volcanoes and Ice Cream Cones. How about some parachute games and hungry hippo? Or king/queen of the court? This camp is designed for all levels of participants who enjoy having fun in an active, positive, and safe PE environment.Summer Quest 2025
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PopularS.T.E.A.M. Camp: Ready, Set GO!QuestSuper summer science experiments that take off, roll, fly, spin, and more! Activities include making a toy car launcher, marble run, and sponge boat! Design a one-of-a-kind art piece using squirt guns to paint. Play balloon tennis, create a giant paper airplane, and launch straw rockets. So buckle up and let the adventures begin!Summer Quest 2025
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Popularseejay (flickr) (CC BY 2.0)Adventures in S.T.E.M. Using LEGO Materials (Summer Session)QuestLet your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer-designed projects and use special pieces to create your own unique designs! Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that both new and returning students can explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system.Summer Quest 2025