DNA Extraction Necklaces

Camp Edvotek is back with another summer science activity related to Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) extraction. This is a quick and easy activity that will teach campers about the biochemistry of DNA and the principles behind DNA isolation methods. Campers will…

Agar Art: A Summer STEAM Activity

While many view art and science as separate fields, they often overlap. Art frequently guides, challenges and inspires the scientific process while scientific advancements have contributed to many artistic works. Incorporating art into scientific subjects is a great way to…

Besting the Bites: Avoiding Insects in the Great Outdoors

Summer is one of the best times to reconnect with nature, but pesky insect bites can quickly turn a relaxing retreat into an itchy nightmare. Whether you're exploring the woods or setting up camp by the lake, insects are an…

Spring into Camp Edvotek – Starting with Germination!

We’ve decided to kick off Camp Edvotek with an amazing seed germination experiment. This experiment lets campers and students visualize the beginning of a seed's life cycle as it grows underground. Whether you’re planning a camp activity or just want…