Science Camp

Balsam Mountain Preserve proudly offered its very first science camp June 9-12 for children ages 5-11. We had nine campers who enjoyed a wide variety of arts and crafts, activities and experiments during this explosive week of fun! We built a volcano that erupted when we added vinegar and baking soda, we made paper out of water, glue and newspaper and we tested many different rocks with lemon juice. Campers also made pocket sundials and light bulb picture frames.
Naturalist Blair Ogburn led campers through a microscope study of slides from nature as well as a stomp in the stream where they caught water spiders, frogs and butterflies. They also enjoyed many yummy treats including milkshakes made from xanthan gum, homemade lemon, lime and orange soda and apples with lemon juice that kept them from turning brown.
Homeowner Jim Stratigos offered a session of astronomy and handed out solar glasses to view the sun. During his night program, attendees were able to view Saturn from the golf course. This was a great addition to our camp. We look forward to next year!