Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 12–14 · $300/week
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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 12–14

Going Ballistic with Physics

Fairbanks, AK · $300/week

Explore physics concepts through hands-on experiments and ballistic activities.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) Summer365 camps page, which lists 'Going Ballistic with Physics' as one of their offerings (https://summer365.alaska.edu/camps). This camp is described as a day camp for elementary and middle school students, focusing on hands-on physics experiments. The camp is clearly operated by the University of Alaska Fairbanks, classifying it as a university-owned program. While specific staff ratios are not listed, the UAF Summer365 website states, 'All UAF Summer365 staff and instructors undergo background checks,' indicating a commitment to safety (https://summer365.alaska.edu/camps). The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media presence for UAF includes an Instagram handle @uafairbanks and a Facebook handle UAFairbanks, which promote various university activities, including summer programs. The camp's description emphasizes an educational and engaging approach to science.
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Who thrives here Ages 12–14

Going Ballistic with Physics is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. community/rec center programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 12–14
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: University of Alaska Fairbanks, 1710 Tanana Loop, Fairbanks, AK 99775
  • Phone: 907-474-7021
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Going Ballistic with Physics

What ages does Going Ballistic with Physics accept?
Going Ballistic with Physics is open to children ages 12–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Going Ballistic with Physics cost?
Going Ballistic with Physics publishes $300/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Going Ballistic with Physics's hours?
Going Ballistic with Physics runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Going Ballistic with Physics?
Going Ballistic with Physics is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Going Ballistic with Physics provide lunch?
Going Ballistic with Physics does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Going Ballistic with Physics compare to other community/rec center camps in Fairbanks?
Going Ballistic with Physics is one of 74 community/rec center camps in Fairbanks that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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