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Richmond summer camps for lovers of nature and science

Enjoy a summer out in the sun making art and learning about science
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The registration period for summer camps is fast approaching, and here are some options for kids interested in art, nature and science.

Wacky Science

Wacky Science offers a chance for kids at different levels to get messy and learn about potions and science through simple and safe experiments.

Slime-making workshop

Love playing with slime but don’t want to clean up? South Arm Community Centre is offering educational workshops for kids at different levels to learn about the science behind this popular substance.

Beyond 4 Walls: Wizards in the Woods

The Wizards in the Woods day camp at Terra Nova Rural Park is perfect for young fans of Harry Potter. Kids (six to nine years old) will get to frolic, play games, make art and work together to conquer She Who Cannot be Named, rain or shine.

Beyond 4 Walls: Outdoor Spy

Survival is the name of the game at Terra Nova Rural Park’s Outdoor Spy day camp. Kids (six to nine years old) will enjoy spending time outdoors while learning to track animals, predict weather and find food in scarce times.

Beyond 4 Walls: Chefs in the Garden

Young master chefs (nine to 12 years old) will learn new cooking techniques and stretch their imaginations by cooking with surprise boxes of ingredients – all while enjoying the outdoors at Terra Nova Rural Park.

Nature Camps

Richmond Nature Park is offering a wide variety of summer programs, including trips to parks, hatcheries, museums and aquariums around Metro Vancouver.