- Written by gearbots
- Published: 23 Dec 2020
Registration will open on March 24th at 8am! Spots are limited!
Welcome to the registration page for our 2025 summer STEM camps!
- In partnership with the Abbotsford International Airshow.
Prerequisites: Students will require basic computer skills, including using a mouse and keyboard, starting programs, and saving and opening files in a folder. Our camps are for academically focused kids who want to challenge themselves. Participants must be able to self-regulate their behaviour and work well with others.
Special Feature: All registered participants in our summer STEM camps will receive one free youth and one free adult ticket to the 2025 Abbotsford International Airshow on Sunday, August 10th, 2025. In addition, all registered camp participants and one adult will receive an "exclusive behind-the-scenes experience" on Thursday, August 7th - exact details TBD.
Camp Fee: $255.00 (15 hours)
Chronological list of camps: - Camp descriptions listed below
- Camp One: Girls in STEM
- July 7-11 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm at the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport
REGISTRATION LINK: - Camp Two: Introduction to Coding/Robotics Camp
(includes step 1 and step 2 of our Jr. Makerspace Program)
- July 14-18 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm at the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport
REGISTRATION LINK: - Camp Three: Introduction to Coding a Drone Camp
- July 14-18 (Mon-Fri) from 1pm to 4pm at the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport
REGISTRATION LINK: - Camp Four: Digital Design in Aerospace Camp - Fabrication / 3D printing / laser cutting
- July 21-25 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm at the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport
REGISTRATION LINK: - Camp Five: Building/Coding a HoverBit Camp - Aerospace Engineering
- July 21-25 (Mon-Fri) from 1pm to 4pm at the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport
REGISTRATION LINK: - Camp Six: Introduction to Aerospace Camp - Physics of Flight / Jr. Flight School
- July 28-August 1 (Mon-Fri) from 9am to 12pm at the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport
REGISTRATION LINK: - Camp Seven: Introduction to Coding/Robotics Camp
(includes step 1 and step 2 of our Jr. Makerspace Program)
- July 28-August 1 (Mon-Fri) from 1pm to 4pm at the Airshow Compound on Threshold Drive - Abbotsford Airport
REGISTRATION LINK:
Registration will open on March 24th at 8am! Spots are limited!
A. --NEW for 2025-- Girls in STEM
- In partnership with the Abbotsford International Airshow
Description: Our Summer STEM Camp for Girls offers an exclusive opportunity to build confidence while gaining hands-on technical skills in digital design, 3D printing, laser cutting, and coding. Participants will learn how to think like engineers, tackle team challenges and develop problem-solving strategies. Through creative projects, they will gain practical experience in electronics and design, fostering resilience and determination. The camp is designed to inspire the next generation of women leaders in STEM, encouraging teamwork and empowering girls to take on engineering tasks confidently. (subject to change based on the interests and abilities of the camp participants)
Instructor: Mrs. Alya Beacom - Master teacher of ADST at GW Graham Secondary School
Age: 9+
B. Introduction to Coding/Robotics Camp:
(includes Step 1 and Step 2 of our Jr. Makerspace Program)
- In partnership with the Abbotsford International Airshow
Description: In this introductory course, students will learn about the engineering field of Mechatronics. Students will learn how to program a robotic device to complete a number of challenges. Students participating in our program during the school year will continue with their STEP TWO learning plan. Students should bring nut-free snacks and water.
Instructor: Dereck Dirom
Age: 8+
C. Building a HoverCraft Camp: Aerospace Engineering - Design, fabricate, test and repeat!
- In partnership with the Abbotsford International Airshow
Description: This camp is designed for students who have taken one of our programs before (Introduction to Aerospace Design camp or one of our other courses). During the camp, participants will construct a mechanical device from scratch. Participants will use a 3D printer and laser cutter to fabricate parts for their device. The camp is full of unique extras that will make for an amazing STEM learning opportunity. Students must bring a nut-free snack and water.
Instructor: Trevor Schamuhn
Age: 10+
D. Introduction to Aerospace Camp: - Physics of Flight / Jr. Flight School
- In partnership with the Abbotsford International Airshow
Description: In this introductory STEM camp, students will learn all about the exciting science behind how airplanes fly. In addition to learning about the physics of flight, students will also create a number of paper airplanes and foamboard gliders to help demonstrate the science concepts. The camp is full of unique extras that will make for a fantastic STEM learning opportunity. Students must bring a nut-free snack and water. For participants who took the camp last year, we recommend that you sign up for one or more of our other STEM camps.
Instructor: Richard Whitman
Age: 9+
E. Introduction to Coding a Drone Camp: - Coding in Scratch, Python, JavaScript
- In partnership with the Abbotsford International Airshow
Description: In this introductory STEM camp, students will learn all about the exciting world behind programmable drones. The camp participants will learn how quadcopters fly and how to program their drones in a simulator. Once they have mastered basic movement, campers will be introduced to the coding languages of JavaScript and Python. Campers will complete a number of tasks and challenges throughout the week. Students must bring a nut-free snack and water.
Instructor: Trevor Schamuhn
Age: 10+
F. Digital Design in Aerospace Camp: - Fabrication with 3D Printers and a Laser Cutter
- In partnership with the Abbotsford International Airshow and UFV
Description: This camp is designed for students who want to learn and develop their digital design skills using TinkerCAD, OnShape and InkScape. In this half-day hands-on STEM camp, students will learn all about digitally designing for the 3D printer and laser cutter. As students develop their design skills, they will have lots of opportunities to print and laser-cut their creations to take home. Students must bring a nut-free snack and water.
Instructor: Trevor Schamuhn
Age: 10+