Spend your summer in Balboa Park! Following is an extensive list of programs for children, teen and adults for the Natural History Museum, Hall of Champions, Museum of Man, Reuben H. Fleet Science Center and the Model Railroad Museum. And don’t forget, six museums this year are participating in Balboa Park's Piggyback Program. Now in its third summer, the Piggyback Program is the result of cooperation between several of the most active institutions in Balboa Park. Spend the first half of the day at one institution, and switch to another after lunch! This year’s participating institutions are:

Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, (619) 238-1233, ext. 853/808
Natural History Museum, (619) 232-3821, ext. 203
Museum of Man, (619) 239-2001
Aerospace Museum, (619) 234-8291, ext. 19
Model Railroad Museum, (619) 239-2001
Museum of Photographic Arts, (619) 232-3821, ext. 212

Children's Summer Classes for the San Diego Natural History Museum

Note: There are four ways to register for any of the classes or summer camps below:
By phone: (619) 232-3821 ext. 203
By fax: (619) 235-9446
By Web site: www.sdnhm.org
By mail: San Diego Natural History Museum, Attn: Education Department, P.O. Box 121390, San Diego, CA 92112-1390.

CHILDREN'S CLASSES - PRESCHOOL
Jungle Giant Series
Open to kids ages 4-5 with an adult.
Instructor: Yvonne Christina MacNeely
Save $9 by enrolling in the series.

Gentle Giants
Find out some amazing ways plant-eating dinosaur herbivores protected themselves from meat-eating carnivores. Try grinding up prehistoric plants with life-sized dinosaur teeth. Knock out a T. rex with your horns. Stand in the footprint of the biggest dinosaur ever discovered. You'll have "TONS" of fun in a BIG way!
Sunday, June 25; 10 a.m.-noon
Class Code: S0-341-01

Hungry Hunters
From the mighty to the mini, you will discover how the meat-eating dinosaurs found and ate their food. Get up close and personal with the mighty Giganotosaurus. Test your strength by lifting the weight of the Compsagnathus. You might be stronger than you think. Examine a T.rex tooth and if you are brave enough, see if you can fit into his stomach with your friends! We guarantee it will be a "FULFILLING" day!
Sunday, July 23; 10 a.m.-noon
Class Code: S0-341-02

Teeny Babies
What would it be like being a baby dinosaur? How would you survive? What would you do if you got lost? How would you get food? Learn about the life of a baby dinosaur as you go on an adventure into "dinosaur country." Hatch out of an egg, brave a sandstorm, hide from a hungry hunter, and find you way home again! What an "EGG-ceptional" morning! Sunday, August 13; 10 a.m.-noon
Class Code: S0-341-03
Price per Jungle Giant class: Member $15; Nonmember $20
OR
Series Prices: Member $36; Nonmember $51

CHILDREN'S CLASSES - GRADES K-6
* Program in conjunction with The Dinosaurs of Jurassic Park: The Lost World exhibition.

* What Happened to Coelophysis?
Sponsored by Point Loma Credit Union
Open to grades 1 and up.
Instructor: J. Lynett Gillette
How did dinosaurs become extinct? Could it have been due to an asteroid impact, drought, water poisoning, a volcanic event, or a flood? Explore theories of what happened to these magnificent creatures by taking a close look at one dinosaur site in New Mexico where small meat-eating dinosaurs and other ancient predators died in a tangled confusion of skulls, arms, legs, and tails.
Saturday, June 10; 10 a.m.-noon
Member $22; Nonmember $25
Class Code: S0-340-01

* Dragons by the Sea Shore: Mary Anning's Life of Discovery (1799-1847) Sponsored by Point Loma Credit Union
Open to grades 1 and up.
Instructor: J. Lynett Gillette
Mary Anning was a daring and knowledgeable woman who spent her lifetime exploring England's coastline for buried fossil treasures. Her discoveries of flying pterosaurs, swimming plesiosaurs, and ichthyosaurs caught the imaginations of scientists and the public all over Europe. Find out more about this amazing woman as you create your own mini-diorama of creatures from Anning's discoveries.
Saturday, July 15; 10 a.m.-noon
Member $22; Nonmember $25
Class Code: S0-340-04

Tan Your Hide
Open to grades 3-6.
Leaders: Susan Conniry, Tom Beasley, and Backyard Tourist Inc. staff
Did you know that every animal has enough brains to tan its own hide? Learn Native American techniques and adaptive contemporary methods to scrape and stretch rawhide into beautiful buckskin leather. All materials and tools are provided. Please bring a sack lunch. Limited to 10 participants. Enroll early!
Saturday, July 22; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Member $50; Nonmember $55
Class Code: S0-343-01

Wooden Bottom Basket
Open to grades 6 and up.
Instructor: Alice Retes
A tisket, a tasket…learn how to make a basket! Get crafty by weaving a handy wooden bottom basket using palm and ribs made from reeds. Makes a great project for first-time basketmakers! All materials and tools are provided.
Saturday, August 12; 9 a.m.-noon
Member $25; Nonmember $35
Class Code: S0-343-02

Panning for Gemstones
Open to grades 3-6.
Instructor: Mark Roeder
Calling all rock hounds! Discover how gemstones form and explore the history of gem mining in San Diego County with a visit to the Museum's Hall of Mineralogy and Mine Tunnel. Screen and wash quartz crystals, tourmalines, mica, and other brilliant minerals to take home. All materials included.
Saturday, August 5; 10 a.m.-noon
Member $25; Nonmember $32
Class Code: S0-343-03

Paleontologists at Work
Open to grades 3-6.
Instructor: Mark Roeder
Travel back in time to the Age of Reptiles when dinosaurs and other bizarre creatures roamed the Earth. How do scientists study these ancient creatures? How do they collect fossils? Find out these answers and more by going behind-the-scenes in the Museum's fossil collections and laboratory. Meet Museum paleontologist Mark Roeder as you sort through an actual paleontology collection. All materials included.
Saturday, August 5; 1-4 p.m.
Member $20; Nonmember $25
Class Code: S0-343-04

SUMMER CAMPS
* Program in conjunction with The Dinosaurs of Jurassic Park: The Lost World exhibition; all half-day camps include a special exhibition tour.

NOTE: Grades indicated are as of Fall 2000.

PRESCHOOL
Note that Preschool Half-day Camps (ages 4-5) are limited to 15 students only.

Ms. Frizzle's Remarkable Reptiles
Monday, June 19 to Friday, June 23; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Ms. Frizzle
Join "The Friz" for a week-long discovery of really "rad" reptiles! Hold, touch, and feed some of nature's most remarkable creatures. Marvel at a blue-tongued skink, banded iguana, and amazing monitor. Afternoon snacks are provided.
Member $69; Nonmember $79
Class Code: S0-346-01

* Mesozoic Monsters
Monday, June 26 to Friday, June 30; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Yvonne Christina MacNeely
A fun-filled introduction to kids' favorite monsters! Easy, fun crafts combined with stories, music, experiments, and a "dinosaur discovery" will inspire your child and spark imagination. This class is filled with hands-on activities and is the perfect preview to our upper-grade dino classes! Afternoon snacks are provided.
Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-346-02

* Dino Days With Ms. Frizzle
Monday, July 10 to Friday, July 14; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Ms. Frizzle Blast back to prehistoric times! Uncover your own fossil on a "Frizzle Fossil Dig," discover the footprint of the mighty T. rex, and create your very own dinosaur. You'll be dancing and singing your way through the DINO-mite days of the dinosaurs! Afternoon snacks are provided.
Member $69; Nonmember $79
Class Code: S0-346-03

Things That Go "Chomp" in the Night!
Monday, July 17 to Friday, July 21; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Yvonne Christina MacNeely
What happens after the lights go out? Learn about the world that wakes up just as you go to sleep. Get a bat's-eye view of night flight, learn how cats see in the dark, and discover the secret lives of wolves, raccoons, giant squid, owls, and more! Get "crafty" in artwork, sing "sneaky" songs, and shiver to "hair-raising" tales! Fun facts, action-packed activities, and loads of learning make this class a real "hoot!" Afternoon snacks are provided. Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-346-05

Ms. Frizzle on the Ocean Floor
Monday, July 24 to Friday, July 28; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Ms. Frizzle
Frizzle fans! Dive into hands-on learning with your favorite wacky science teacher. Learn about the wonders of the ocean, sing sea songs, investigate kelp plants and critters, make fishy art projects, and visit the Museum's exhibition halls. Afternoon snacks are provided. Member $69; Nonmember $79
Class Code: S0-346-06

Have You Met My Pet?
Monday, July 31 to Friday, August 4; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Yvonne Christina MacNeely
Get ready for a week of furry, fuzzy, flying, frolicking fun! Meet real pets from all over the world and learn how they have changed in order to live with people. Find out what animals make good pets and which ones do not. From exotic birds of South America to man's best friend (guess who!), we will sing about them, draw them, and-of course-pet them! Don't miss our Pet Petting Party on Friday, when kids can bring in their own pets to share. Afternoon snacks are provided.
Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-346-07

* Dino Days With Ms. Frizzle
Monday, August 14 to Friday, August 18; 9 a.m.-noon
Instructor: Ms. Frizzle
Blast back to prehistoric times! Uncover your own fossil on a "Frizzle Fossil Dig," discover the footprint of the mighty T. rex, and create your very own dinosaur. You'll be dancing and singing your way through the DINO-mite days of the dinosaurs! Afternoon snacks are provided.
Member $69; Nonmember $79
Class Code: S0-346-04

Going Buggy With Ms. Frizzle
Monday, August 28 to Friday, September 1; 9 a.m.-noon
Instructor: Ms. Frizzle
The latest buzz from "The Friz" is that insects are truly incredible! Join her on a wacky adventure to study some of nature's most fascinating creatures. Learn where they live, how insects change as they grow, and what they need to survive. Create some creepy crafts, learn new games, and go "buggy" with some new friends! Morning snacks are provided.
Member $69; Nonmember $79
Class Code: S0-346-08

GRADES 1-2

Rocky Road
Monday, June 19 to Friday, June 23; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Dale Ridge
Where do rocks and minerals come from? Travel down the "Rocky Road" as we discover the answers. Build a volcano and your own rock and mineral collection. Then put on an imaginary hard hat to mine for minerals from San Diego’s own tourmaline mine and grow a mineral garden to take home. Afternoon snacks are provided.
Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-347-01

Underfoot Geology
Monday, June 26 to Friday, June 30; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Dale Ridge
What’s underfoot? If you looked inside the Earth, what would you find? Spend five days investigating Earth's structure and making crafts. Enjoy activities that explore the formation of rocks and minerals, volcanoes, earthquakes, and other landforms. Afternoon snacks are provided. Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-347-02

Fabulous Fish, Sinister Sharks
Monday, July 10 to Friday, July 14; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Yvonne Christina MacNeely
How do you know a fish is a fish? Discover the amazing world of fishes and sharks. Learn how they use their senses, move in the water, and find out who's in danger of a shark attack. Make fish prints, design a tropical fish, and dissect a mackerel. Afternoon snacks are provided.
Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-347-03

* Dino Days with Ms. Frizzle
Monday, July 17 to Friday, July 21; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Ms. Frizzle
Blast back to prehistoric times. Uncover your own fossil on a "Frizzle Fossil Dig," discover the footprint of the mighty T. rex, and create your very own dinosaur. You'll be dancing and singing your way through the DINO-mite days of the dinosaurs! Afternoon snacks are provided.
Member $69; Nonmember $79
Class Code: S0-347-04

Wacky Walkabout
Monday, July 24 to Friday, July 28; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Yvonne Christina MacNeely
G'day mate! Discover the wonders down under in this action-packed adventure to the other side of the globe. From the greatest coral reef in the world to weird creatures that creep, climb, and crawl, you will be amazed at how bizarre and beautiful Australia really is! Fun adventures, art projects, and a really BIG surprise are waiting for you! Afternoon snacks are provided.
Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-347-05

Ms. Frizzle on the Ocean Floor
Monday, July 31 to Friday, August 4; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Ms. Frizzle
Frizzle fans! Dive into hands-on learning with your favorite wacky science teacher. Learn about the wonders of the ocean, sing sea songs, investigate kelp plants and critters, make art projects, and visit the Museum's exhibition halls. Afternoon snacks are provided.
Member $69; Nonmember $79
Class Code: S0-347-06

The Secret Life of a Scientist
Monday, August 7 to Friday, August 11; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Yvonne Christina MacNeely
Ever wondered what a scatologist does for a living? Look no further! Experience the life of a different scientist each day! From entomology (insects) to herpetology (reptiles), meet the scientists who work behind the scenes at the Museum, and get a glimpse of the career choices available. Learn by experimenting, and take home some interesting treasures. Afternoon snacks are provided.
Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-347-07

* A Day in the Life of a Dinosaur
Monday, August 14 to Friday, August 18; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Yvonne Christina MacNeely
Travel back through time into a world of giants, thieves, heroes, and mystery! You'll meet up with Giganotosaurus, the newest dinosaur discovery, who is bigger, stronger, and mightier than T. rex. Guess who was the smartest dinosaur, or who was the bravest? Through daring experiments, terrific tales, songs, and crafts, you'll be "roaring" with pleasure. Afternoon snacks are provided.
Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-347-08

Going Buggy with Ms. Frizzle
Monday, August 21 to Friday, August 25; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Ms. Frizzle
The latest buzz from "The Friz" is that insects are truly incredible! Join her on a wacky adventure to study some of nature's most fascinating creatures. Learn where they live, how insects change as they grow, and what they need to survive. Create some creepy crafts, learn new games, and go "buggy" with some new friends. Afternoon snacks are provided. Member $69; Nonmember $79
Class Code: S0-347-09

* Hollywood Dinosaurs: Fossil Fact & Fiction
Monday, August 28 to Friday, September 1; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Yvonne Christina MacNeely
Learn the ropes of a real paleontologist as you investigate dinosaurs from the movie Jurassic Park: The Lost World. Become an expert on dino fact and fantasy as we really dig into the Museum's exhibition and the imaginations of the movie's creators. Tour our own paleontology lab, try your hand at excavating, and bring home your ancient discoveries! Everyone is a star in this class! Afternoon snacks are provided.
Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-347-10

GRADES 3-4

Fabulous Fish, Sinister Sharks
Monday, July 10 to Friday, July 14; 9 a.m.-noon
Instructor: Stacy Stech
How do you know a fish is a fish? Discover the amazing world of fishes and sharks. Learn how they use their senses, move in the water, and find out who's in danger of a shark attack. Make fish prints, design a tropical fish, and dissect a mackerel. Morning snacks are provided.
Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-347-11

Nature Explorers
Monday, July 24 to Friday, July 28; 9 a.m.-noon
Instructor: Stacy Stech
Come and discover the mysteries of the natural world around you-both past and present-through activities, scientific investigation, and hands-on exploration at the Museum and throughout Balboa Park. Morning snacks are provided.
Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-347-12

Underfoot Geology
Monday, August 7 to Friday, August 11; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Dale Ridge
What’s underfoot? If you looked inside the Earth, what would you find? Spend five days investigating Earth's structure and making crafts. Enjoy activities that explore the formation of rocks and minerals, volcanoes, earthquakes, and other landforms. Afternoon snacks are provided. Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-347-13

Raptor Rapture
Monday, August 14 to Friday, August 18; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Mary Zanotelli
Come rap with your favorite raptors, such as eagles, hawks, owls, and falcons. Some are built for silence, some for power, and some for speed. Learn about these magnificent birds of prey as we go on raptor hikes, dissect pellets, and observe live birds. Afternoon snacks are provided. Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-347-14

Roaming Reptiles
Monday, August 21 to Friday, August 25; 1-4 p.m.
Instructor: Mary Zanotelli
Do you like lizards? What does a turtle's tail feel like? How would you react if you saw a rattlesnake? What makes them so interesting and fun to learn about? Join us for this weeklong camp and make some scaly friends as you explore the wonders of the reptile world. Afternoon snacks are provided.
Member $59; Nonmember $69
Class Code: S0-347-15

Scat & Track
Monday, August 28 to Friday, September 1; 9 a.m.-noon
Instructor: Mary Zanotelli
What is scat? Find out how scientists use these droppings to learn about animal behaviors and habits. Through exploration of natural and urban settings and participation in activities, students will sharpen their scientific skills as they discover, identify, and interpret these and other animal "signs." Morning snacks are provided.
Member $59; Nonmembers $69
Class Code: S0-347-16

FAMILY PROGRAMS
* Program in conjunction with The Dinosaurs of Jurassic Park: The Lost World exhibition

Dinosaur Lives: Unearthing an Evolutionary Saga
Lecture and booksigning with Jack Horner
Special presentation for families
Celebrated paleontologist Jack Horner revolutionized our view of lost worlds, and our own. He will explain the enormous impact dinosaurs have on our own lives, from blockbuster films like Jurassic Park and The Lost World (for which Horner was technical adviser) to his cutting-edge research on how dinosaurs evolved, which throws light on how all species-humans included-arise and die out.
Saturday, May 6; 10 a.m.-noon at UCSD's Robinson Hall
Members, seniors 60 and over, full-time students, military, children 6-17 $7 per lecture; Nonmembers $9 per lecture.
Class Code: P0-350-09

Flutter by with the Butterflies
Open to adults and families of all ages.
Instructor: David Marriott
Go behind the scenes at the Butterfly Vivarium in Encinitas, where hundreds of live butterflies are reared. Discover brilliant species you've never seen before, identify some common ones, and explore their fascinating life cycles. Your visit will include a slide presentation and a special tour. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy before or after your tour. Saturday, May 20; 11 a.m.-noon
Class Code: P0-340-10
OR
Saturday, May 20; 1-2 p.m.
Class Code: P0-340-11
Member $6; Nonmember $8
(Children 4 and under are free.)

Special Event for Father's Day!
K.I.S.S. (Keep It Simple Skills) Kamp for Kids
Open to ages 8 and up. Maximum two children may enroll per adult. Leaders: Susan Conniry, Tom Beasley, and Backyard Tourist Inc. staff Want to do something completely different to celebrate Father's Day? Join an exciting day camp at Lake Poway where everyone gets to romp outdoors. From cooking lunch with hot rocks to competing in a stick throwing competition, all activities have been designed to increase awareness and knowledge of the outdoors. Moms are welcome too! Please bring drinking water, good walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, blanket, and your lunch (Optional: bring a piece of chicken to cook for lunch.)
Saturday, June 17; 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Member $50 per person; Nonmember $55 per person
Class Code: S0-340-02

La Jolla Shores Sea Caves and Kelp Beds for Father's Day
Open to ages 8 and up. Children under 13 must go on a double kayak with an adult.
Instructor: Greg Knight and staff from Aqua Adventure
Take your dad on an exhilarating paddling tour of the world famous La Jolla Sea Caves. After a brief introduction to ocean conditions and waves, knowledgeable instructors will teach you the basics of rock garden paddling as you exploring the different caves and rock formations of this beautiful setting. Seal, sea lion, leopard shark, garibaldi, and pelican sightings abound in this magnificent underwater marine reserve.
Limited to 12 participants. Enroll now!
Sunday, June 18; 9 a.m.-noon
Member $65; Nonmember $75
Class Code: S0-370-03

Morro Bay and Montaña del Oro State Park Family Camping
(Co-sponsored by the Los Angeles Zoo)
Leaders: Dave Wyman and Kathy Burke
Spectacular Morro Bay serves as our base of exploration on a fun family camping outing. Hike the rugged coastline of Montaña del Oro State Park, look for sea otters, and examine tide pools. Enjoy great camp meals and family games including Frisbee tossing and more! Price includes campsite reservations, guided hikes, Saturday and Sunday breakfasts, Saturday lunch and dinner, campfire activities, and an evening slide show. Please note: $10 campground parking fee may apply to your vehicle.
Saturday, July 1 to Monday, July 3
Members $85 per adult, $65 per child under 16;
Nonmembers $95 per adult, $75 per child under 16
Class Code: S0-340-03

Yucca!
Open to ages 4 and up. A maximum of two children may enroll per adult. Leaders: Susan Conniry, Tom Beasley, and Backyard Tourist Inc. staff
Did you know that pounding on a few yucca leaves could provide you with enough soap and fibers to make rope? Did you also know that the stem can be used as a container to carry liquid? Learn these interesting facts and more during this special K.I.S.S. (Keep It Simple Skills) program designed for the young and the young at heart —that’s you, Mom and Dad. Tour a cactus garden, identify yucca plants, learn how to take care of them, and then get ready to pound, pound, pound. All materials provided.
Saturday, July 15; 9 a.m.-noon
Member $25; Nonmember $30
Class Code: S0-341-04

* Dinosaur Snore Family Camp-in & Breakfast with Ms. Frizzle
Open to ages 5 and up. Maximum 2 children may enroll per adult.
Bring your family on an unforgettable journey through Jurassic Park. Meet living dinosaur relatives, join a paleontologist in a mock dig, create a dinosaur habitat, and much more as you camp alongside the exhibits of The Dinosaurs of Jurassic Park: The Lost World. Bring a sleeping bag, a pad or air mattress, a flashlight, and a bag for your crafts. An evening snack and continental breakfast with Ms. Frizzle is provided.
Limited space; register early!
Friday, July 21; 7 p.m. to Saturday, July 22; 8 a.m.
Member $17 per adult, $19 per child; Nonmember $22 per adult, $24 per child
Class Code: S0-340-05

Bats Alive!
(Co-sponsored by Mission Trails Regional Park Foundation)
Open to ages 8 and up. Maximum two children may enroll per adult. Instructors: San Diego Bat Conservation
Go batty during this evening field trip to Mission Trails Regional Park to observe a vampire's best friend in their natural environment. You'll enjoy a slide presentation at the Mission Trails Visitor Center and search for bats in the wild with the aid of a bat detector.
Friday, July 7; 7-9 p.m. (Class Code: S0-340-06) OR
Friday, August 4; 7-9 p.m. (Class Code: S0-340-07) OR
Friday, August 25; 7-9 p.m. (Class Code: S0-340-08)
Member $25 per family; Nonmember $35 per family. Extra adults and children $7 each.

Mission Bay Exploration
Open to ages 8 and up. Children under 13 must go on a double kayak with an adult.
Instructor: Greg Knight and staff from Aqua Adventure
This tour is a great introduction to kayaking as well as a scenic tour of one of San Diego’s most beautiful playgrounds. Highlights of Mission Bay include sea lion sightings, a wide variety of bird species, white sandy beaches, and a breathtaking view of Sea World that very few people ever see.
Limited to 15 participants. Enroll now!
Saturday, August 5; 9:00 a.m.-noon
Member $55; Nonmember $65
Class Code: S0-340-09

Wee Garden
Open to ages 7 and up. Maximum one child may enroll per adult. Instructor: Aenne Carver
Enjoy the whimsy of fairy lore and fairy etiquette as you enjoy crafts along with some Fairy Thyme tea (it is reputed to enable one to see fairies). Learn how to make a wee garden, perfect for luring fairies to your home or deck, out of a terra cotta saucer filled with tiny plants, a tiny fence, and many charming fairy accents. Parents may share the creative fun with their child, or sign up separately and create their own wee garden. Price includes all supplies.
Saturday, August 19; 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Member $27; Nonmember $37
Class Code: S0-340-10

SCIENCE FUNSHOPS
with Judith Markham and Rachelle Markham
Join us for these hands-on, Sunday afternoon workshops for the entire family. Save $9 by enrolling in all three Science Funshops. Open to ages 5 and up. Maximum three children may enroll per adult.

Shampoo and Lemonade
Do you drink acids? Wash you hair with a base? You'll find out in this hands-on class! Join us for a fun afternoon of science experiments and "magic" science tricks. Using indicators, you'll test for acids and bases while making discoveries about everyday things

Sunday, June 11; 1-3 p.m.
Class Code: S0-340-11

It’s All About Change! Can you make a substance that is neither solid nor liquid? Do you know when you have seen a chemical change? Chemistry is all about change. In this class you'll explore chemical changes and make a special surprise to take home.
Sunday, July 9; 1-3 p.m.
Class Code: S0-340-12

Fizz, Fizz, Pop, Pop
How does soda fizz? Why does popcorn pop? How does a fire extinguisher work? Using dry ice, soda, and popcorn, you'll discover the answer to these questions and more as you explore the amazing world around you. Sunday, August 20; 1-3 p.m.
Class Code: S0-340-13

Price per funshop: Member $17 per family; Nonmember $21 per family Science Funshops Series Price: Member $42 per family; Nonmember $54 per family

The San Diego Hall of Champions

Hands-on exhibits especially designed for children and parents to share:

Sportsability
Parents and children take the challenge, test your sports skills.

The White Glove Archive Tour
Allows children to touch actual sports artifacts.

The Art of Sport
Gives your child a new perspective — sports seen through the eyes of artists.
April 27 - June 30

Upper Deck Collection
Lets parents share the memories of baseball greats — artifacts from
Gerhig, DiMaggio, Ruth, Jackson and more.
June 8 — 30

Admission: Adults $4; Children over six $2
For more information or to schedule group tours call: (619) 234.4542, Ext. 310.

San Diego Museum Of Man Offers Summer Adventures To Kids Of All Ages

Send your kids on a summer exploration of the mysteries of Egypt, the children of Africa, the art of Latin America, the intricacies of Stone Age and the Magic of the Mayans! Their passport to adventure is available this summer from the San Diego Museum of Man starting Monday, July 10 though Friday, August 25. The Museum has revved up an exciting variety of weekday children's camps. Offered to children from first to sixth grades and their families, the week-long classes will held from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1p.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Scheduled classes are as follows:

Date: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
July 10-14 Mysteries of Egypt Bone Detective
Bone Detective Mysteries of Egypt

July 17-21 Ancient Art of Latin America Got Clay?
Got Clay? Ancient Art of Latin America

July 24-28 Children of Africa The Magic of the Mayans
The Magic of the Mayans Children of Africa

July 31-Aug. 4 Art with Jose Tales and Traditions
Tales and Traditions Art with Jose

Aug. 7-11 Archaeology Adventures The Stone Age
The Stone Age Archaeology Adventures

Aug. 14-18 Art of Native America Magical Masks
Magical Masks Art of Native America

Aug. 21-25 Mysteries of Egypt Bone Detective
Bone Detective Mysteries of Egypt

(Children can experience a full-day learning adventure by combining classes with the children's half-day camps at the adjacent Balboa Park Museums. Museum staff members will escort children and supervise lunch.) Prices for individual classes range from $65 for members to $75 for non-members. For a catalog of classes and more information, please call the Museum's Education Department at (619) 239-2001.

Children's Summer Programming at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center

1. Piggyback Classes

The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center will be offering piggyback classes from July 17th to September 1st, for grades 1-7. Please call (619) 238-1233 Ext. 853, or see our web site www.rhfleet.org for more information.

Piggyback Classes for Grades 1-2
Fee: $65 members; $75 non-members

Dolphins w/ Cathy Banks
Whether in captivity or in the wild, these playful animals have amused and connected with humans for ages. Learn about these big-brained mammals in a number of activities focused on dolphin behavior, communication, and intelligence. Screening of IMAX film Dolphins included with class.
July 17 - July 21, 2000; 9:00 a.m. - noon

May the Force Be With You w/ Yvonne McNeely
Join Ms. Yvonne on an exploration of the forces that make rockets go up and keep our feet on the ground. Build your own "gas"-powered rockets and air-powered motorboats, and even take a ride on a flying saucer! Learning, play, and imagination make this "powerful" class fabulous fun.
July 24 - July 28, 2000; 9:00 a.m. - noon

What’s Up With Weather w/ Holly Mills
Who doesn’t love to talk about the weather? Activities, songs, and experimentation will take this class through the many varieties of weather. Learn about the "atmospheric sea" that we live in, from the sun that drives it to the water that cycles through it.
July 31 - August 4, 2000; 9:00 a.m. - noon

Parts of the Whole: The Human Body w/ Holly Mills
Thousands of different parts work in unison to make up a healthy human body. Learn about some of these parts in this class through hands-on experiments, first hand experiences, and models.
August 7 - August 11, 2000; 9:00 a.m. - noon

Journey Through Air & Space w/ Wendy Kellog
Begin the countdown to liftoff! Travel through the Earth's atmosphere and on to other worlds, as this class plans an expedition to another planet in our solar system. Using scientific fact to empower imagination, students will have a blast tackling the obstacles of interplanetary travel.
August 14 - August 18, 2000; 9:00 a.m. - noon

Kitchen Chemistry w/ Wendy Kellog
Get serious about playing with food! Eat, play, and experiment with different foods to uncover some intriguing properties of physical science, nutrition, and consumerism. You'll remember this class every time you go into the kitchen!
August 21 - August 25, 2000; 9:00 a.m. - noon

Wild California w/ Yvonne MacNeely
End your summer with a bang! splash! woosh! and a wow! Find out what it means to be a Californian in this fun-filled tribute to our fabulous state's daring adventurers, natural wonders, and man-made monuments. Screening of IMAX film Wild California included with class.
August 28 - September 1, 2000; 9:00 a.m. - noon

Piggyback Classes for Grades 3-4
Fee: $65 members; $75 non-members

Camp Planet Earth w/ Wendy Kellog
The surface of our planet houses an infinitely complex tangle of interconnected systems, many of which we often take for granted. From physics to biology, each day of this class focuses on a different aspect of what’s going on down here among those of us that are Earth bound.
July 17 - July 21, 2000; 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Magnificent Machines w/ Tim Tischer
Construct your own mini-cites using inclined planes, levers, pulleys and many other simple machines. Learn how the most simple machines combine with each other to form the sophisticated technology used in everything from cars to elevators and cranes.
July 24 - July 28, 2000; 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Whippin' up Weather w/ Tim Tischer
Join Tornado Tim and make your own twister! Get a clear picture on clouds and escape the summer heat to find the forecast for any location in the world! See what it takes to be a television weather forecaster during this fun week.
July 31 - August 4, 2000; 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

The Other Side of the Screen w/ Julie Humphrey
What’s it like to be a computer? First-hand experience and exploration will take the mystery out of these incredible machines. Find out how much computers do in our world, and even learn how to program. Visit to our Punchcards-to-PCs exhibit included.
August 7 - August 11, 2000; 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Our Sensational Solar System w/ Tim Tischer
Learn about the moon and its phases, our nine planets, and the importance of the sun in this new class. We will cover the solar system from end to end, as we gather knowledge on a universal scale.
August 14 - August 18, 2000; 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Cool Chemistry w/ Tim Tischer
Always looking for new tricks? Come prepared to make a mess in this wild weeklong workshop. Make your own pop corks, float your own aluminum boat and create Blubba in our learning lab.
August 21 - August 25, 2000; 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Energy Under the Skin w/ Julie Humphrey
Since long before Edison, electricity has coursed through living things, carrying sensations, reactions, and commands. Several shocking experiments and activities will reveal the secrets of this internal wiring in humans and animals.
August 28 - September 1, 2000; 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Piggyback Classes for Grades 5-7

Fee: $95 members; $105 non-members
Higher prices for these programs reflect the use of more resources.

Space Camp at the Nierman Challenger Learning Center w/ Kathy Hepler
This class is on a mission! The Starlab Portable Planetarium helps take this hands-on class through the basics of space exploration in our neighborhood of the solar system. Test your preparation and knowledge in a culminating shuttle mission at our Nierman Challenger Learning Center.
August 14 - August 18, 2000; 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

How to Catch a Killer w/ Kathy Hepler
A crime has been committed at the Science Center, and we need your help! Fingerprints, blood type, shoe prints, handwriting, and hair samples are among the clues that we need to find at the realistic crime scene if we’re going to stop the killer!
August 21 - August 25, 2000; 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

2. Dolphins Presentation Series

Your whole family will get dolphin fever as top dolphin researchers from the San Diego area present excellent stories, images, and activities. Please
call (619) 238-1233 Ext. 853, or see our web site www.rhfleet.org for more information.

Time: 7:00 p.m. (check out the Dolphins film at 6:00 p.m.)
Place: Lecture Hall
Fee: Free with admission to the Science Center

Dolphin Doctor, Wednesday, June 21, 2000
Dr. Sam Ridgway, Navy Marine Mammal Program
Dive 1000 feet deep into the Pacific with bottlenose dolphins, white whales, and Dr. Sam Ridgway as he presents the best of his research videos. Enjoy engaging stories of his personal experiences with dolphins and whales and clever examples of how dolphins use acoustics in their interactions. After the presentation, be sure to stick around to get your own copy of Dr. Ridgway's most recent book "Dolphin Doctor."

Wild Dolphin Society, Wednesday, July 12, 2000
Dr. Michael Scott, Dolphin-Tuna Program, Scripps Institution of Oceanography
What is a day in the life of a dolphin like? And how do we really know? Get your hands on some great activities, slides, and stories as Dr. Michael Scott recounts some of the high points of a lifetime of research with four generations of bottlenose dolphins. Now a senior scientist with the Dolphin Program of the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, Dr. Scott has been involved for the past 25 years in the studies of the bottlenose dolphins of Sarasota Bay, Florida.

Dolphin Origins and Diversity, Wednesday, August 9, 2000
Dr. Annalisa Berta, Professor of Biology, SDSU
What did the ancestors of dolphins look like? How do scientists tell different dolphins apart? How do the dolphins of Southern California fit into the picture of worldwide dolphin evolution? Museum quality specimens and slides will help you explore the fascinating evolutionary history of dolphins with Dr. Annalisa Berta, co-author of the recently published book, "Marine Mammals: Evolutionary Biology."

3. Girlscout Badges

Make this scouting summer special with a visit to Balboa Park and the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center! Sign up in advance for one of these workshops, and visit our exhibit galleries for free on the same day. Please call (619) 238-1233 Ext. 853, or see our web site for more information. A chaperone must accompany every 10 children under 18 years of age, and there is a ten girl minimum for each workshop.

For Brownies:
$12.00 per scout for each two-hour workshop, includes badge and Science
Center admission

Math Fun Badge w/ Wendy Kellog
Math is fun when the troop gets together at the Science Center! Games and activities illustrate mathematical concepts in this playful class

June 24th, 2000; 10:00a.m. - noon

Science Wonders Badge w/ Wendy Kellog
Put on your safety goggles- there is a whole world of scientific wonders waiting to be discovered in our Learning Lab.
July 15th, 2000; 10:00a.m. - noon
August 19th, 2000; 10:00a.m. - noon

For Juniors:
$14.00 per scout for each three-hour workshop, includes badge and Science Center admission

Math Whiz Badge w/ Wendy Kellog
Engaging activities and scenarios will help your troop discover that math is an exciting language and powerful tool.
June 24th, 2000; 1:00p.m. - 4:00p.m.

Science in Everyday Life Badge w/ Wendy Kellog
We are constantly surrounded by examples of simple scientific principles.
Have fun exploring more dramatic and unexpected displays of those same daily principles.
July 15th, 2000; 1:00p.m. - 4:00p.m.

Science Sleuth Badge w/ Kathy Hepler
When a crime is committed a long string of evidence eventually leads investigators to the criminal. Teamwork and scientific experimentation is needed if your troop is going to crack this case!
August 19th, 2000; 9:00a.m. - noon

For Cadettes:
$14.00 per scout for each three-hour workshop, includes Science Center admission

Space Exploration Badge w/ Kathy Hepler
Spend a half-day at the Science Center immersing your troop in the highlights of past, present, and future space exploration. This class contributes significantly to the Space Exploration Badge for Cadets, and is a great way to either kick-off or wrap-up work on the badge!
July 15th, 2000; 9:00a.m. - noon

4. Second Sunday Seminars

The second Sunday of every month young scientists from around San Diego can meet at the Fleet to enjoy the more creative side of science with the guidance of a veteran science instructor. Please call (619) 238-1233
Ext. 853, or see our web site www.rhfleet.org for more information.

Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Grades: 5-7
Fee: $15.00 members; $20.00 non-members.

San Diego Model Railroad Museum

"All Aboard the Railroad" Summer Camp Program
Start planning your child's summer education program today!
All camps are from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon.
Member fee is $65 per week; non-members $75 per week.
Please call (619) 696-0199 to register for the following camp dates:

"Steamin' Round the Bend for Summer Fun"
Dates: July 10 - July 14
Grades: 1, 2, 3 (ages 6-9)

"All Aboard the Railroad Summer Camp"
Dates: July 17 - July 21
Grades: 1, 2, 3 (ages 6-9)

"Junior Model Railroading Camp"
Dates: July 31 - August 4
Grades: 4, 5, 6 (ages 9-12)

"Engineer Joe's Railroad Party"
Dates: August 14 - August 18
*Preschool (ages 3-5)

Piggybacking: (spend the morning with the San Diego Model Railroad
Museum and the afternoon with the San Diego Natural History Museum or the Museum of Man. We will walk your child to the afternoon museum — just drop off your child at 9:00 a.m. and pick them up in the afternoon.
Note: registration is required at both museums.

Related Links

San Diego Zoo www.sandiegozoo.org
San Diego Museum of Art www.sdmart.com
Balboa Park Web site www.balboapark.org