FORT MYERS, Fla. (March 23, 2026) — Edison and Ford Winter Estates (EFWE) is offering several summer camp options for children who have completed kindergarten through fifth grade. Students are separated into groups according to grade level (K-2 and 3-5). The camps are educational and focus on science, technology, engineering, art
Summer camp students perform a chemistry experiment at Edison and Ford Winter Estates.
and math (STEAM), and incorporate fun activities. Summer camp starts on June 2 and runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
Campers get to invent, design, build, and learn in the same location where famous inventors Thomas Edison and Henry Ford invented some of the world’s best-known products. Summer camp is sponsored by Captains for Clean Water, Scientists’ Society of Southwest Florida, and TriCircle Pavers.
Registration is open for the following camp options:
June 2-5: Creative Chemistry (K-2 and 3-5)
Students will get a beginner’s course on matter, atoms and molecules, and conduct experiments. Cost: EFWE Members: $175; Non-members: $200
June 8-12: Emerging Engineers (K-2)
This camp is an introduction to the engineering design process and mechanical, electrical and civil engineering. Cost: EFWE Members: $225; Non-members: $250
June 8-12: Engineering with Simple Machines (3-5)
This camp explores the mechanical advantage that is gained using the six simple machines. Cost: EFWE Members: $225; Non-members: $250
June 15-18: Roller Coasters and Physics (K-2 and 3-5)
Students will apply potential and kinetic energy to rollercoaster designs and explore physics of sound vibrations. Cost: EFWE Members: $175: Non-members: $200
June 22-26: Rookie robotics (K-2)
Campers will learn to build several simple types of robots with laptop programs and learn to code. Cost: EFWE Members: $225; Non-members: $250
June 22-26 Auto Robotics (3-5)
Campers will explore the world of autonomous robotics with code and mechanisms to tackle challenges. Cost: EFWE Members: $225; Non-members: $250
June 29-July 2: Space and Rockets (K-2 and 3-5)
Students will create a simple model of the solar system and learn about the planets and moons. Cost: EFWE Members: $175; Non-members: $200
July 6-10: Life Science and Botany (K-2)
This camp is a beginner’s course into plant parts and life cycles. Cost: EFWE Members: $225; Non-members: $250
July 6-10: Marvelous Mechanisms (3-5)
Campers will learn why and how to design the right gear ration to achieve their goals. Cost: Members: $225; Non-members: $250
July 13-17: Archaeology and Paleontology (K-2)
Campers will learn how to be an archaeologist and paleontologist. Cost: EFWE Members: $225; Non-members: $250
July 13-17: Battle Bots (3-5)
In teams, campers will design, build and test their robot against other teams. Cost: EFWE Members: $225; Non-members: $250
July 20-24: 3D Printing and Design (K-2 and 3-5)
Students will learn how to use tinker cad to design basic 3D models. Cost: EFWE Members: $225; Non-members: $250
July 27-31: Science of Art (K-2)
Students will blend creativity with STEAM concepts through hands-on projects using chromatography art, light and reflection with kaleidoscopes, and geodesic domes. Cost: EFWE Members: $225; Non-members: $250
July 27-31: Mini Makers (3-5)
This camp is a crash course in various skills such as code, electronics, mechanics, and computer aided design. Cost: EFWE Members: $225; Non-members: $250
August 3-7: Beginning Coding (K-2)
Students will learn basic coding through various fun team activities and computer programs. Cost: Members: $225; Non-members: $250
August 3-7: Crazy Code (3-5)
Campers will learn about Scratch coding as well as demonstrations on other coding languages. Cost: EFWE Members: $225; Non-members: $250
August 10: Robotics and Coding (K-2 and 3-5)
Returning campers will build skills on coding and new students will try out basic code. Cost: EFWE Members: $45; Non-members: $50
Scholarships Available
Support from private donors and sponsors make it possible for the Estates to offer one scholarship for each camp. A committee will determine scholarship eligibility based on financial need so that underprivileged children can experience camp. The deadline to apply for a scholarship is two weeks before the desired camp. Parents or guardians can apply through the website at https://www.edisonfordwinterestates.org/education/camps/.
Throughout the year, other camps and classes are offered when Lee County schools are closed, including one-day camps and spring and winter break. Edison Ford members receive a discounted rate. For registration and additional information, visit edisonford.org.
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