Session Dates (5):
Monday - Friday
July 6th - 10th
Time: 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Description: Did you know an elephant’s trunk helped inspire drones that can gently pick apples? Or that burrs on a plant led to the invention of Velcro? At this high-energy camp, we’ll uncover how nature is one of the greatest engineers of all time—and how you can use those ideas to design solutions of your own.
Through hands-on challenges and creative design thinking, you’ll explore how animals, plants, and ecosystems solve problems to survive—and even thrive. Then it’s your turn! Identify real-world challenges in your community (or beyond) and prototype your own innovative solutions inspired by the natural world.
Campers will experiment with 3D printers, programming, electronics, and other Gizmo tools to bring their ideas to life. Along the way, you’ll earn Engineering & Design Thinking badges, plus skill badges for the tools and technologies you master.
Get ready to observe, imagine, prototype, and build—because when you think like nature, incredible ideas take root.
Age: 11+
Cost: $275 (includes materials)
Scholarship Information: Gizmo reserves half of all camp spots for scholarship recipients. Scholarships are based on financial need and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Gizmo uses a sliding scale system for scholarships: you decide what your family can reasonably contribute toward your child's camp experience, and Gizmo covers the difference. Families may apply for one scholarship per child, per summer, for the camp(s) of their choosing. To apply for a scholarship, please complete the Summer 2026 Scholarship Application form, which is accessible by clicking here. Upon approval of your application, you will be provided with instructions on how to register your child for camp. Please do not attempt to register prior to receiving a confirmation from Gizmo.
Cancellation Policy: If your child is no longer able to attend camp, you may cancel your registration up to 10 days prior to the start of camp for a 90% refund. (Gizmo retains 10% to cover our administrative/transaction costs.) Refunds will generally not be issued for cancellations within 10 days of camp, nor missed camp days.
Camp Policies & Procedures: Prior to completing camp registration, families should be familiar with the policies outlined in the Youth Programs: Information for Families and the Gizmo Student Code of Conduct.. In addition, each camper is required to have a waiver signed by a parent/guardian prior to participating in camp activities. You can access the youth waiver here.
Suite #102
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83835
United States
| Register | $275.00 |
| How much would you like to donate to support Gizmo's programs? | $1.00 |