Day Camp: A week-long adventure in art, engineering + COMMUNITY BUILDING
 

We pick the challenge. 
kids design and build the solution.

At Project Ember, we build big. We teach kids how to safely use professional power tools, announce a surprise design challenge, and unleash our imaginations in our design sessions. Then we build it, test it, improve it, play with it, ride on it, and show it off. Though every session is unique, one thing is guaranteed: kids will always be able to get in, climb on or operate creations of their very own design.

Want to know more? Check out one of our favorite 100% kid-designed project from our first summer - The Car Wash. You can also read our guiding principles and what we do to create an unforgettable summer experience.  

Creativity thrives in spaces where everyone feels a sense of belonging; we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our campers, in celebration of all identities. Should you have any concerns regarding your child's experience at camp or our ability to meet your camper’s specific needs, please give us a call.

How to Prepare for Day Camp

For directions, our schedule overview, a daily packing list, and more visit our day camp logistics page.

"I would whole-heartedly recommend this camp for any kiddos, girls or boys, builders or not. It was clear to me all week that the instructors were incredibly thoughtful, knowledgeable, and caring about child development, community-building, and safety...My son is doing many camps this summer but he keeps asking if he can just go back to Project Ember." - Susan D.

A human-sized “hamster wheel”, built by our campers during the summer of 2019.

Camp is on A CONTINUED Hiatus

The last several seasons have been full of transition for our small team. We are continuing to take a break at this time. We look forward to resuming programs in the future and wish all of our families a joyful and meaning-filled summer season.

Check out our list of recommended summer programs for all ages here.

Day Camp Age Groups

Juniors: 2nd + 3rd Grade | Middles 1: 4th + 5th Grade | Middles 2: 6th - 8th Grade

Please note: Age group grade refers to the grade campers will be starting in the fall. High Schoolers are encouraged to check out our junior collaborator opportunities!

5-DAY SESSIONS

Monday-Friday | 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Tuition: $850
Age Groups: Juniors, Middles 1 + Middles 2

10-DAY SESSIONS

Monday-Friday | 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Tuition: $1695
Age Groups: Middles 1 + Middles 2

Scholarships: Scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Directions for how to submit an application are detailed on our scholarship page. Please review the process carefully as steps may have changed since the last time you submitted an application. 

If you'd like to make a contribution to our scholarship fund, you can make a (non-tax-deductible) donation while registering for camp or by clicking here.