Camp · STEM · Ages 11–17 · $2,027/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 11–17

Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space

Pahala Plantation Cottages · $2,027/week

An immersive overnight science camp on the Big Island of Hawaii, exploring geology, oceanography, astronomy, and

▌ Editor's read Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space is an overnight STEM camp located in Pahala, Hawaii, specifically designed for teens aged 13-17. The camp, founded by Michael Richards, has been operating for 20 years, offering programs that utilize Hawaii's unique environment for hands-on learning in volcanology, marine biology, astronomy, and aeronautics. The website details a comprehensive curriculum with activities like exploring lava tubes, snorkeling with marine life, and stargazing. While the camp emphasizes safety and supervision, there is no explicit mention of staff background checks on the website. The camp has a strong online presence with an Instagram handle @sciencecampsamerica and a Facebook page ScienceCampsAmerica. Google reviews for 'Science Camps of America' show a rating of 4.9 stars from 16 reviews, with parents praising the educational value and unique experiences provided. The camp is not accredited by the American Camp Association.
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Since 200620+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 11–17

Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in stem, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2006 (20 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 11–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: Pahala, HI, USA
  • Phone: 808-928-8248
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD. Discounts available for military families and Kamaʻaina (Hawaiʻi residents).

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space

What ages does Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space accept?
Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space is open to children ages 11–17. 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 Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space cost?
Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space publishes $2,027/week for the standard session. USD. Discounts available for military families and Kamaʻaina (Hawaiʻi residents). Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space's hours?
Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space?
Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space is operated by a private business, with 20 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space provide lunch?
Yes — Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
Does Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space offer transportation?
Science Camps of America - Land, Sea, Air, and Space provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.

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