Camps

Campers aged 6 to 12 will explore the “living laboratory” of the Edison and Ford Winter Estates while our Wild Wizards teach topics in STEAM (science technology, engineering, art, and math), history and the natural world. Become a family member of Edison Ford and receive discounted registration!

A limited number of scholarships are offered for camps throughout the year. For more information, or to apply, click here.

A limited number of Junior Counselor positions will also be available. For more information, or to apply, click here.

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Thank you to our 2021 summer camp sponsors

Captains for Clean Water, Entech, Fred & Gingy Quinn, Panther Printing, TriCircle Pavers, and the Scientists’ Society of Southwest Florida! Our sponsors make it possible to provide scholarships to students in need, purchase necessary materials and supplies, and upgrade to cutting edge equipment.

Click here to view our flyer for grades 1-3.
Click here to view a flyer for grades 4-6.

Summer Camp: Kitchen Chemistry (Grades 1-6)

June 21 - 25

Fast-paced chemistry experiments that fizz, bang, and pop will inspire curiosity in young scientists.

Members 200
Non-Members 230

Summer Camp: Code Camp (Grades 4-6)

June 28 - July 2

Explore the world of code and computer science., coding Minecraft on the Raspberry Pi, making video games on Scratch, and coding a LEGO robot.

Members 200
Non-Members 230

Summer Camp: Mini Makers (Grades 1-3)

June 28 - July 2

Design, build, improve, and repeat! Walk in the footsteps of Edison and Ford along the path of innovation. Members: $200 • non-members: $230

Members 200
Non-Members 230

Summer Camp: Eager Engineers (Grades 1-6)

July 6 - 9

Tackle daily engineering design challenges in this fast-paced camp exploring simple machines and physics.

Members 160
Non-Members 185

Summer Camp: Movie Making (Grades 1-3)

July 12 - 16

Lights! Camera! Action! Every camper participates in learning the secrets and process to making movie magic.

Members 200
Non-Members 230

Summer Camp: Movie Making (Grades 4-6)

July 12 - 16 and 19 - 23

Lights! Camera! Action! Join the wild wizard and learn the secrets and process to making movie magic. Each camper participates in all aspects of movie production from story boarding, directing, acting, working with camera’s, lights, and sound. Campers go behind the scenes as they make the next big hit!

Members 400
Non-Members 460

Summer Camp: Radical Robots (Grades 1-6)

July 26 - 30

Robots big and small are examined this high-tech camp– including a functional LEGO Mindstorm robot.

Members 200
Non-Members 230

Summer Camp: Art Smarts (Grades 1-6)

August 2 - 6

Campers fuse imagination with science and design as they expand their tool-belt of creative expression.

Members 200
Non-Members 230

Wellness Update

Pending any changes to CDC guidelines, the following will be in place:
Camps run at reduced capacity.
Students who are able to do so will wear masks while in the classroom. We will allow for breaks from the mask in limited safe outdoor situations and for water, snack, lunch and additional breaks as needed.
Social distancing guidelines will be maintained both indoors or outdoors, whether students are wearing masks or not. Face masks should be washed regularly at home. If your camper is unable to wear a mask for any reason, please contact us prior to the beginning of camp to let us know.
Each camper will receive a brief symptom and temperature check at check-in. No campers experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 will be allowed to enter camp.
Camps will run from 9am to 4pm.
Unfortunately, early drop off and late pick up will not be available.
Games such as tag will be replaced with no-touch alternatives.
Group projects will be altered to avoid close proximity and frequent touch surfaces.
Daily cleaning protocols have been greatly enhanced.
Rigorous hand washing and sanitation routines for campers and staff will be in place.
Time spent outdoors will be increased substantially (as weather allows).
Edison Ford staff will wear masks at all times.
No snacks will be available for sale.