Meet Alabama, aka "Bama", a state with charm as sweet as peach pie and a heart as big as the mighty Mississippi! Now, Bama ain't your regular ol' state, oh no sirree! Bama is full of surprises, brimming with rockets that touch the stars and caves that plunge deep into the earth. Besides, Bama has some extraordinary kids who are wizards in STEM/STEAM activities. They aren't ordinary kids, nope! They are mini Einsteins and Curie look-alikes with goggles on their eyes, calculators in their pockets, and dreams as vast as the Alabama sky in their hearts. Take little Timmy for instance, a boy who could make the most intricate robots out of nothing but toothpicks and chewing gum, or Sally, who built a telescope from an old shoebox that could spot Mars on a clear night. Then, there's Billy who can calculate more digits of Pi than his age! They can map the universe, scrabble with quadratic equations, and dance with algorithms while still making time for a good ol' southern barbecue. These STEM/STEAM wizards are a goofy bunch too! They create slime that glows in the dark, build soap-powered boats, and even design robots that can do the chicken dance. So, you see, Bama is a place where magic and logic mingled in a delightful blend. A place where kids with dreams as grand as Appalachian Mountains and hearts as warm as southern sunshine, turn their wildest imaginations into reality. Welcome to Alabama, where STEM/STEAM dreams really do come true!
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For over 50 years, Frontier Camp has been dedicated to making disciples of Jesus by sharing God’s Word amidst the beauty of His creation. Since our founding in 1969, we’ve been licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services and are proudly accredited by the American Camping Association. We’re also a member of the Christian Camping and Conference Association. Our mission is to use Christian camping and outdoor recreation as a means to support local churches in fulfilling the Great Commission—evangelizing people of all ages and discipling believers toward deeper maturity in Christ. Frontier Camp offers a dual ministry: during the summer, we host a 10-week youth camp, and throughout the rest of the year, we serve as a retreat facility for churches and like-minded religious organizations. Whether through summer camps or retreats, our goal remains the same: to expose people to Christ and encourage their spiritual growth through His Word and by reflecting His character in everything we do. While we provide top-notch recreation and exciting programming, the heart of our camp is the spiritual impact, rooted in the truth of God’s inerrant Word.
Camp ASCCA, or the Special Camp for Children and Adults (SCCA), has been changing lives since 1976. This nationally recognized therapeutic recreation camp provides a barrier-free environment where individuals with disabilities can come explore and enjoy the great outdoors. Located on 230 wooded acres along the shores of Lake Martin in Alabama, Camp ASCCA has been providing recreational experiences for children and adults year-round. With its commitment to quality services, Camp ASCCA has earned a well-deserved reputation around the world.
Kids can get a chance to explore space and become an astronaut at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. Space Camp offers a unique opportunity for kids to learn more about space and flight history, participate in simulated missions and have an unforgettable experience. They'll have the chance to take part in a range of activities, from working as a team to experiencing simulators, and they'll even get to explore the incredible artifacts housed at the Center, such as the Saturn V rocket, Apollo 12 moon rock and mobile quarantine facility.
Founded in 2006, Fresh Air Family has expanded to offer more than 400 outdoor activities, ranging from family outings to school field trips to fossil hunts. For the more adventurous, we offer canoeing, birding, caving, and orienteering. Our Gross Out Camp even lets kids explore science without even knowing it. Our outreach of more than 10,000 people includes a diverse mix of young and not-so-young families, married couples, single adults, and children. With highly trained experts leading the way, our mission is to help families explore and appreciate the natural world.