Congo Camp 2010

These saucers utilized all of the information about which the campers have been learning. Starting with batteries, the campers connected the wires correctly to get the saucer to wind up.

Once the campers had sent enough electricity into the motor, the saucers flew into the air and it became a storm of UFOs.

Our How Things Work campers definitely learned a lot this week while having loads of fun. We are glad to see these campers getting to put all of their knowledge to use on this last day and we know they will always be able to use this interesting information!

Well, as the campers have continued to learn about airplanes, they also finished the airplanes they were working on. Before these flyers take flight, the campers wanted to ensure that the airplanes were representative of their own personalities.

Another exciting construction these campers worked on today were "Solar Powered Ovens". These ovens were not merely constructed but were actually put to good use by baking cookies.

The cookies will be a well-earned reward after the campers have worked hard on learning and constructing of the solar powered oven.

After working with electricity, they moved on to studying airplanes. To understand how airplanes work, the campers built wooden airplane models.

To use these models, the counselors are hoping that they are able to blast them off with some air pressure and a bottle. We are hoping they are able to show the first flight of their wooden airplanes before the week is up!

On trays with faux beaches, the campers had oil added to their water and had to figure out what was the most effective way to stop the oil from spreading.

Starting out with buoys and moving onto other spill preventers, these campers tested various ways to stop the oil from spreading.

We haven't heard back on the best technique, but as soon as we do we'll let you know!

With only two cardboard rolls, some tape, and a straw, the camp constructors in How Things Work figured out how those useful household appliances keep our homes clean.

Today, these campers also had the chance to work with glow sticks and figure out why they light up in the dark. Over the next few days, the counselors have many activities planned for these campers and we look forward to seeing some of the other exciting things they construct and deconstruct!