Explore the science behind extreme environments with hands-on activities led by UNSM’s educators.

There are so many fascinating things to discover outside in Nebraska. For this spring break day camp, campers will get to explore Nebraska’s wildlife and landscapes through exploration and hands-on experiences. Some topics include plants, wetlands, mammals, birds, insects, reptiles, astronomy, and much more! This camp is only in the mornings from 9am-12pm and is best suited for ages 6-8.

Have you ever wondered what it takes to put a museum exhibit together behind the scenes? Campers will explore several unique aspects of our museum from invertebrate fossils, the solar system, natural landscapes, and art in science, all while exploring how these exhibits were created. This camp is best suited for ages 9-11.

Join UNL’s Aerospace Club to explore the science of rockets including activities like simulating orbits, paper airplane drop tests, bottle/stomp rockets, balloon propulsion, drone demonstrations and more. Activities and event are included with admission.

Blast off into a fun whirlwind of space exploration. Campers will get a behind-the-scenes understanding of what it takes for astronauts to take a journey to the moon, examine the differences between other planets in the solar system and our own, and get to experience our state-of-the-art Mueller Planetarium. This camp is only offered during the morning and is best suited for ages 6 - 8.

Did you know Elephants used to live in Nebraska? Rhinos too? Nebraska and the organisms that used to call it home have changed a lot in the last 14 million years. With the help of our resident paleontologists, Campers will get to explore ancient life throughout the Museum and will complete their own fossil dig. This camp is best suited for ages 9 - 11.