Foundations & Engineering Basics

Campers kick off the week by exploring what makes buildings strong, stable, and safe. Through mini‑challenges using blocks, cardboard, and everyday materials, they test how different shapes and supports hold weight. They’ll learn about real‑world engineering principles like load, balance, and tension in a fun, approachable way.

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Blueprint Masters

Today is all about planning like real architects. Campers learn how to read and sketch simple blueprints, including floor plans, elevations, and symbols. They’ll design their own dream room or tiny house, thinking about layout, flow, and function. They work in teams to turn their blueprints into models, bringing their ideas to life.

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City Builders & Urban Planners

Campers zoom out from individual buildings to explore how entire cities are designed. They’ll learn about zoning, transportation, green spaces, and how cities grow sustainably. Working in groups, they design a model “Future City,” deciding where homes, parks, schools, and transit should go. The day wraps with a collaborative build session where their city starts to take shape.

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Bridges & Big Structures

This day focuses on the engineering behind bridges, towers, and other large structures. Campers experiment with different bridge types — arch, beam, suspension — and test how each handles weight and movement. They’ll work in teams to build a bridge that spans a set distance and can hold as much weight as possible. Expect lots of cheering during the final strength test!

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The Grand Build Challenge

Everything comes together in a full‑day design‑and‑build extravaganza. Campers choose a challenge — redesign a city block, build a theme‑park attraction, or create a mega‑structure — and plan it using the skills they’ve learned. They sketch, prototype, build, test, and refine their creations with the help of their peers. The week ends with a showcase where teams present their projects and celebrate their creativity and engineering skills.