Drop-off will begin at 8:15am in the Education Lobby, located to the right of the main entrance to the museum. All campers should be present by 8:45am as activities will begin at 8:45am. If you and your camper are unable to attend or are running late, please call or email to let our staff know.
(937)275-7431 ext.116
Pick-up will begin at 3:15pm and will also be located in the Education Lobby. All campers must be picked up by 3:45pm unless they are enrolled in our Extended Care. The adult picking up must be on the camper's authorized pick-up list and must show a photo ID to collect the camper.
Registration for this schedule starts on 02/16/2026 and ends on 06/01/2026
Participants must be 11 years to 14 years old when the program starts.
Be a part of the frontier of paleontology as we learn about dinosaurs and the science of discovering the hidden mysteries of the past! Explore pieces from our very own incredible on-site collection and learn about paleontologists right here at the Boonshoft Museum during our special week of natural history.
"Engaging lessons from knowledgeable staff that my child couldn't wait to talk about when he got home." - Summer Camp 2025
"My granddaughter loved all of it--from the counselors to the content. She was learning things and having fun at the same time." - Summer Camp 2025
Please contact Dayton Society of Natural History if you have any questions.