2025 Entomology Camps

Camp Dates and Times

• Camp Option 1 - Wednesday, June 11 - 13, 2025 
• Camp Option 2 - Tuesday, June 24 - 26, 2025
• Camp Option 3 - Tuesday, July 8 - 10, 2025
• Camp Times - 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. (daily)

Location

• Phil Hardberger Park - Urban Ecology Classroom
• 8400 NW Military Hwy
• San Antonio, Texas 78231

About the Camp

Hosted by Molly Keck, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Entomologist.

Entomology camp exploring the world of insects!
Join us for an exciting and educational adventure at the Entomology Camp, designed for youth ages 7 to 12. Discover the fascinating realm of insects, their vital role in ecosystems, and the wonders of entomology.

Activities Include

1. Learning Sessions: Dive into entomology basics and explore the importance of insects in our environment.
2. Hands-On Experiments: Perform fun experiments with live insects.
3. Insect Collection: Learn how to collect and assemble your own insect collection.
4. Indoor and Outdoor Exploration: While the camp will be held indoors (with air conditioning), we will maximize our time outdoors using the outdoor classroom.

Camp Materials

• All campers will receive an insect collection kit. 
• Returning campers who DO NOT need a new net and canvas collecting bag, can register as a returner for $100.
• New campers or returning campers who require a net and collecting bag should register as a new camper for $125.

Insect Collection Kit Contents

• Net, forceps, killing jar, killing solution, pins, spreading board, magnifier, booklet, pens, collection box, vials, and a collecting bag.

Join us for a bug-filled adventure!