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Rock, Gem and STEAM Summer Camps

Spend the summer becoming a scientist

We make science fun! Join us for our 30th annual Rock, Gem & STEAM Camp. Our camp includes 3 days of hands-on lessons incorporating science, engineering, technology, and math. Along with this, campers will have the opportunity to mine for the world famous Herkimer diamond every morning. Open to children ages 6-13 years old. Spots are limited!

Our Philosophy

We aim to provide fun, quality educational opportunities, while ensuring a safe environment and affordability. We emphasize hands-on exploration of scientific topics that can serve as a stepping stone for children to grow a deeper and more meaningful interest in the STEAM fields. We are also a camp that encourages risk taking and new learning experiences in an effort to enhance campers’ self-esteem. Our goal is to make your child’s experience with us enriching and memorable.

Morning Program

Our morning educational program consists of engaging activities involving geology, gemology, paleontology, biology, environmental studies, zoology, and entomology. Our younger campers (ages 6-9) will be following a different track from the older campers (ages 10-13) to accommodate for a wide variety of educational experience. Top off each morning with the opportunity to mine for the world-famous Herkimer diamonds. Whatever they find is theirs to keep!

Afternoon Program

Time to have some fun in the sun at the Herkimer KOA Resort! All campers will be together for lunch and afternoon activities. Afternoon sessions consist of athletic competition, swimming, nature exploration, arts & crafts and more. On Monday and Tuesday camp concludes with a snack and mini awards ceremony.

Campers will enjoy a special day on Wednesday when programming extends into the evening. Dinner will be provided to accompany evening activities and an awards ceremony.

Admission & Fees

Fee per camper $250 / week

Deposit $100 (non-refundable)

Payment is accepted by cash, check, or online submissions via PayPal. Remaining balance is due the morning of your child’s first day of camp.

Mention code “RGS2023” if booking at our KOA Campground to receive a 10% discount off your overnight stay. Valid only through Rock, Gem & STEAM Camp dates.

A complete camper health history form and immunization records must be provided to complete the registration process. Please submit your health history form a week prior to your start date.

Payments

After receiving your registration, you will receive an invoice via email for the initial deposit ($100 per child). Your camper’s spot will be reserved only once this deposit is paid.

Payment by check or cash can be mailed to HDM Assets LLC at 800 Mohawk Street, Herkimer, NY 13350.

Payment is accepted by cash, check, or online submissions via PayPal. Remaining balance is due the morning of your child’s first day of camp.

If mailing a check or cash, please email [email protected].
Checks can be made out to HDM Assets LLC.

Note: Do not send payments to last year’s Paypal account.

Registration

Please click one of the weeks below for a registration form.

WEEK 1

JULY 10 – JULY 12

WEEK 2 (FULL)

JULY 17 – JULY 19

WEEK 3

JULY 24 – JULY 26

WEEK 4 (FULL)

JULY 31 – AUGUST 2

Click HERE for a PDF form if you prefer to mail your form

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