Summer Camps

Survive and Thrive: Outdoor Skills for the Wild

Days of the week: Tuesday & Wednesday

Date: June 2-3, 2026

Cost: $35.00 (lunch & supplies provided)

Learn essential outdoor skills, including first aid, packing, knot-tying, navigation with maps, compasses, GPS, fire-building, outdoor cooking, water purification, and shelter construction. Prepare for any adventure! This camp is open to students ages 14-18 and all teachers.

Rooted in Science: Plants, Habitats, and Conservation

Days of the week: Tuesday & Wednesday

Date: June 9-10, 2026

Cost: $35.00 (lunch & supplies provided)

Explore plant taxonomy, tree and wildflower identification, plant collection techniques, and the importance of protected species. Gain hands-on experience in recognizing and classifying local flora! This camp is open to students ages 14-18 and all teachers.

Rock Solid Experience: Exploring Rocks, Water, and Time

Days of the week: Tuesday & Wednesday

Date: June 16-17, 2026

Cost: $35.00 (lunch & supplies provided)

Identify rocks and minerals, explore geological formations on a hike, and venture into caves to uncover Earth’s history! This camp is open to students ages 14-18 and all teachers.

Current Clues: Life in the River

Days of the week: Tuesday & Wednesday

Date: June 23-24, 2026

Cost: $35.00 (lunch & supplies provided)

Collect and identify macroinvertebrates to uncover clues about water quality. Learn how these tiny creatures reveal the health of aquatic ecosystems! Collect, identify, and dissect fish and crayfish to explore their anatomy, ecology, and role in aquatic ecosystems! This camp is open to students ages 14-18 and all teachers.

Inside Engineering Camp

Grades 6-7

Days of the week: Monday - Friday

Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4: 30 p.m. (Drop off- 8 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.; Pick Up - 4:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.)

Date: July 20-24, 2026

Cost: $250 (snacks, T-shirt, insurance and other camp-related expenses provided)

Lunch is NOT provided. Remember to bring your own lunch. If this poses a financial challenge, please reach out to us before the camp starts so we can explore alternative arrangements.

Fees are due upon registration, but scholarships are available thanks to the generosity of our sponsors. Don't let finances stand in the way of a memorable camp experience!

Please call us at 479-575-5657 or email engrcamp@uark.edu with any questions.

Let the games begin at the 2026 Engineering Olympics Inside Engineering camp! This summer, campers will experience the thrill of competition as they take on Olympic-inspired engineering challenges that blend creativity, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving. From designing devices that simulate athletic feats to tackling STEM-based obstacles, participants will work in teams to earn medals in invention, strategy, and teamwork. With each challenge, campers will build critical thinking skills, explore diverse engineering disciplines, and celebrate the spirit of innovation. Here every camper has the chance to become a champion of engineering!