bug_camp.jpgBug Camp is a week-long residential summer camp for middle school students to participate in biological science by investigating the amazing world of insects. The program uses insects to inspire creative thinking through hands-on, interactive, discovery-based learning. Activities include collecting field trips, identifying, curating and experimenting with insects to investigate biological principles. All of the activities engage students in independent discovery of the natural world so that their enthusiasm for science is strengthened.

Bug Camp is a residential camp. Students arrive at the UNCA campus on Sunday afternoon and remain until the following Friday afternoon. Campers experience the University setting by working in science laboratories and conducting field trips during the day. Evening programs include night collecting and experience with science careers. Students sleep in University residence halls. Note to Parents: Camp safety is our #1 concern and students are under adult supervision at all times.

Cost


Bug Camp is offered tuition-free and includes room and board, all
course materials, and recreation activities. Students receive basic
collecting gear (net, pins, and collection box). Students and parents
must fill out an application form and have a teacher fill out a
reference form.


Dates and Eligibility

bug_camp_logo.jpgThere will be two one-week sessions for rising 6th-rising 8th graders:
June 15-20 and June 22-27, 2008. Enrollment is limited to 20 students/
week. Applications will be processed as they arrive. Apply early.


Bug Camp Instructors


Tim Forrest, UNCA Department of Biology; email: [email protected]; phone: (828) 232-5150
Herb Pomfrey, Department of Biology, UNCA; [email protected]
Bug Camp is funded by a grant from Burroughs Wellcome Fund’s Student Science Enrichment Program (SSEP).
Other Local SSEP Funded Opportunities for Students Interested in Science
CLIMBE: Center for Learning and Investigation in Mountain Backcountry
Ecosystems. Contact Brackin Kirkland, Montreat College, phone: (828)
669-8012 x3405. email: [email protected]. Or visit
www.montreat.edu/climbe/
GRITS: Girls in Research, Invention, Technology and Science. Contact:
Megan O’Reilly, Evergreen Community Charter School. Phone (828)
298-2173 x234; email [email protected]. Or visit
www.evergreenccs.org/GRITS.htm


This is an excellent opportunity for middle school students to sharpen
their science skills. Students should apply NOW! Visit the website for
more information, http://facstaff.unca.edu/tforrest/ BugCamp.htm