Camps

Join us as science and history come alive in our “living laboratory!” No experience is necessary to participate in these fun and fast-moving S.T.E.A.M. (science technology, engineering, art, and math) camps. For students currently in grades K-5, unless otherwise noted. Campers must bring lunches, and snacks if desired. Become a family member of Edison Ford and receive discounted registration!

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All camps run from 9 am to 4 pm.

Mechanical Makers & Builders

September 23, 2025

Campers explore simple machines as they learn about mechanical advantage in this camp. Each activity highlights the power of one simple machine—for example, the catapult challenge focuses on using the mighty lever!!

Members $45
Non-Members $50

The Spooky Science of Chemistry

October 13, 2025

An Edison Ford tradition! Campers become mad scientists as they learn how to make lava lamps, glowing slime, and more! This spooky camp leverages the lessons of chemistry to enhance the holiday fun.

Members $45
Non-Members $50

Robotics Crash Course

November 24 - 26, 2025

Campers learn about robotics and code as they tackle daily robotics challenges. Members of the Edison Ford Robotics teams will be on-hand to demonstrate their competition robots and assist campers on their STEAM journey.

Members $135
Non-Members $150

Space, Rockets, & the Science of Flight

December 22 - 23, 2025

Campers learn about the physics of rockets as they explore Newtons Laws of Motion and the solar system. A scale model of the planets is created– using the entire length of the Edison Ford Winter Estates! As campers are learning about the universe, they will also be designing their own water rocket to be launched on the last day of camp.

Members $90
Non-Members $100

Rollercoaster Engineering

December 29 - 31, 2025

Campers explore energy and Newton’s Laws of Motion through the design of roller coasters. Campers design marble rollercoasters with marbles of various volume and mass to learn about kinetic and potential energy. The camp finishes with LEGO coaster as campers design the cars that roll on the track.

Members $135
Non-Members $150

Engineering Toys Workshop

January 2, 2026

Campers learn the science behind simple toys, and what gyroscopes and tops have in common. With the help of 3D printing, LEGOs, and simple materials, campers design and test their fun creations.

Members $45
Non-Members $50

The Living Lab: Biology & Chemistry

January 5, 2026

Explore the living lab that is the Edison Ford Winter Estates! Campers learn about the botanical work done by Thomas Edison and Henry Ford here in Fort Myers while exploring botany, chemistry, and history.

Members $45
Non-Members $50

Designing Fun: Game Design & Board Games

March 13, 2026

Members $45
Non-Members $50

Spring into STEAM: Robotics & Electronic

March 16 - 20, 2026

Campers tackle a range of STEAM activities as they learn about robotics, code and circuits all with hands-on activities. Daily challenges include LEGO robotics, 3D design, building a jitter-bot circuit, and word-block coding.

Members $225
Non-Members $250

Animation Creations

April 3, 2026

Campers learn about the history of film and create their own animations. Two forms of animation are explored: stop motion animation and using code-blocks to tell a story

Members $45
Non-Members $50

Wellness Policy

No campers experiencing symptoms of illness will be allowed to enter camp
If a student becomes ill during camp, they will be quarantined until they can be picked up
Guidelines are subject to change based on updates to federal, state, or local guidelines