Turtle Bay Summer Camps
2026-07-31 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA, United States
Spark curiosity, creativity, and adventure this summer at Turtle Bay Exploration Park! These week-long camps combine hands-on learning, science, art, and outdoor exploration for kids ages 7–12.
2026 Camp Themes
🎬 Movies, Makers & Mythbusters
June 15–19 & June 22–26
Discover the science behind movie magic, special effects, inventions, and fantasy worlds.
🏕️ Built for Survival!
July 6–10 & July 13–17
Learn outdoor survival skills including shelter building, navigation, water filtration, and more.
🎨 Art Around the World
July 20–24 & July 27–31
Explore art, history, and cultures from around the globe through hands-on projects and creative activities.
Cost:
• $230/week for Turtle Bay members
• $255/week for non-members
• Extended Care (4–5 PM): $30/week per child
Space is limited. Register early to reserve your spot!

A-MAZE-D
2026-07-31 11:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-01 11:00 - 16:00 | Gateway Science Museum, 625 Esplanade, Chico, CA, 95926, United States
A-MAZE-D is a bespoke walk-through cave created by world-renowned maze designer Dave Phillips and painted by Chico State art students and alumni. This fun and interactive summer exhibit is an opportunity for kids and adults alike to explore a unique, cave-inspired, maze.

Sacramento River Discovery Center Field Trips
2026-08-01 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-03 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-04 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-05 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-06 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-07 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-08 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-10 09:00 - 13:00 and 8 more dates | Sacramento River Discovery Center, 1000 Sale Lane, Red Bluff, 96080, United States
Looking for an unforgettable outdoor experience that’s both fun and educational? Look no further than The Sacramento River Discovery Center Inc in the Red Bluff Recreation area! The entire family will love learning about nature and finding out facts about plants and animals and ways to help take care of the environment.
Our center is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization that offers a unique opportunity to learn about sustainable gardening in our native drought-tolerant garden and water conservation, while enjoying the great outdoors. Whether you’re looking to camp, play disc golf, or picnic with family and friends, we have something for everyone. Don’t miss out on the chance to explore the stunning local beauty of nature at the Sacramento River Discovery Center Inc. and learn how to conserve our precious resources.
Call today to book your field trip! 530-527-1196 Mon-Fri 9am-1pm.
Bird Walk – 1st Saturday of the month at 9am. Meet Mr. Ben Hughes & Dr. Danke in the parking lot by the visitor’s center.

POPnology Summer Exhibition
2026-08-01 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-15 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-16 10:00 - 17:00 | Turtle Bay Museum, 844 Sundial Bridge, Redding, 96001, United States
We are excited to share the opening of our summer exhibition, POPnology, on display from May 23 through August 16 at the Turtle Bay Museum.

Designed for a diverse audience, POPnology explores how ideas from movies, books, television, and art have inspired real-world technological breakthroughs.

Exhibition highlights include:

Interactive displays inspired by beloved science fiction, popular culture, and advances in technology over time
A full-size replica of the iconic “DeLorean time machine” as seen in Back to the Future
A 3D printing lab featuring live demonstrations of emerging manufacturing technologies
A Mars rover simulation that allows visitors to navigate the challenges of extraterrestrial exploration

Robotic artistic replicas of popular movie characters & more!

ScienceWorks Summer Camps (Ashland)
2026-08-03 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-04 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-05 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-06 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-07 09:00 - 15:00 | ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, 1500 E Main St., Ashland, OR, 97520, United States
Keep curiosity alive all summer with hands-on STEAM camps at ScienceWorks in Ashland. Campers will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through interactive projects, experiments, games, and creative challenges.
2026 Camp Sessions
• June 15–19 – Subterranean Science Camp
• June 22–26 – Cosmic Cadets Camp
• June 29–July 3 – Curtain Call Academy Camp
• July 6–10 – Shark Week Camp
• July 13–17 – Minecraft Quest Camp
• July 20–24 – Health Heroes Camp
• July 27–31 – Sports Camp
• August 3–7 – Mythbusters Camp
Campers will explore, create, discover, make new friends, and build confidence through engaging, hands-on learning experiences in a fun and supportive environment.
