STEM Programs in Seattle, WA

The ground is littered with clues about Earth’s distant past. Following these clues, campers will uncover layers of rocks and fossils to learn more about what came before in Rocks & Dinos. Using cookies and candy, our young geologists will gain a better understanding of rock and crystal formations. Hunting down and breaking geodes will give them insight on how fossils are formed. As they conduct experiments to simulate the same plate tectonics and glacial movements that carved out Seattle, they’ll learn to deduce what conditions would’ve been necessary to leave behind the story we see now.

Travel through time with us as we explore and recreate some of the Primitive Projectiles of our ancient ancestors. From throwing rocks & spears, to slings & atlatls, tomahawks & archery, campers will discover how people around the world have innovated projectiles to harvest small and large game for clothing, food, tools and more. Campers will need a keen eye, as we search for materials and game trails. In addition, we’ll talk about how far human innovation has come and what it means to ensure having a sustainable resource. After spending lots of time on target practice, we’ll also share stories, play games, and splash around in the water. If it can be thrown, launched, chucked or tossed, we’ll do it this week during Primitive Projectiles camp!

Pinnacle's School Year break camps offer a fun & educational outlet for your budding scientists/naturalists (grades 1-6). Our camps allow kids to continue learning during the days off from school, while having fun, exploring, and designing projects with our dedicated teachers. With lots of time outdoors and hands-on experiments, your children will forget that they're learning. Our COVID protocols include masks, temperature checks, frequent hand washing, social distancing, and frequent sanitizing.

Travel through time with us as we explore and recreate some of the Primitive Projectiles of our ancient ancestors. From throwing rocks & spears, to slings & atlatls, tomahawks & archery, campers will discover how people around the world have innovated projectiles to harvest small and large game for clothing, food, tools and more. Campers will need a keen eye, as we search for materials and game trails. In addition, we’ll talk about how far human innovation has come and what it means to ensure having a sustainable resource. After spending lots of time on target practice, we’ll also share stories, play games, and splash around in the water. If it can be thrown, launched, chucked or tossed, we’ll do it this week during Primitive Projectiles camp!

Does your explorer love treasure hunts? Join us at Geocache Seattle! for an introduction into the world of caching. Campers will find hidden clues all around them, as they hone their powers of observation and deduction while using compasses and GPS devices to search for caches. Explorers will enjoy a full-day field trip, including drop-off and pick-up in Fremont where Geocaching HQ is located. At the end of the week, they’ll try their hand at making team caches with recycled items and clues to challenge their fellow campers. Let’s go caching! (Full-day field Trip on Thursday, Pinnacle will help arrange carpools)

The ground is littered with clues about Earth’s distant past. Following these clues, campers will uncover layers of rocks and fossils to learn more about what came before in Rocks & Dinos. Using cookies and candy, our young geologists will gain a better understanding of rock and crystal formations. Hunting down and breaking geodes will give them insight on how fossils are formed. As they conduct experiments to simulate the same plate tectonics and glacial movements that carved out Seattle, they’ll learn to deduce what conditions would’ve been necessary to leave behind the story we see now.

Travel through time with us as we explore and recreate some of the Primitive Projectiles of our ancient ancestors. From throwing rocks & spears, to slings & atlatls, tomahawks & archery, campers will discover how people around the world have innovated projectiles to harvest small and large game for clothing, food, tools and more. Campers will need a keen eye, as we search for materials and game trails. In addition, we’ll talk about how far human innovation has come and what it means to ensure having a sustainable resource. After spending lots of time on target practice, we’ll also share stories, play games, and splash around in the water. If it can be thrown, launched, chucked or tossed, we’ll do it this week during Primitive Projectiles camp!

Regardless of experience levels, all back-country hikers and campers risk getting lost or stranded for a short time in the outdoors. The Advance Survival class will teach Explorers how to survive and even thrive as a team, as they navigate disaster scenarios each day. Instructors will lead campers in engaging survival and primitive skills exercises, showing how to utilize surrounding resources. Skills covered may include animal traps, sewing, water purification, advanced shelters, basket weaving, rescue signaling, wilderness first aid, knife safety, fire-craft and more. Living in the PNW, this camp is a must! Entering grades: 5th - 8th or have completed Pinnacle’s Rule of 3 Survival Camp previously

When kids learn the skills needed to garden & cook, food becomes more than just what they find in the fridge. At Garden-to-Table, Explorers will care for plants at different stages, from seed to harvest, while also discovering what a healthy ecosystem entails. They’ll take the day’s produce to make a healthy snack or meal. Younger Explorers will focus on food challenges involving bread, fruits, and pasta, while Older campers will hone their knife skills and explore some of the challenges our society faces with our food system. Pull up a chair to our Pinnacle table!

Sealab 2025 is summer in a camp! With kayaking, fishing, and tide-pooling, this camp is packed with summer fun! Budding marine biologists will learn how sea life anatomy relates to the human body via specimen dissections, test water quality, and discuss human connection with oceans and waterways. Explorers will enjoy a full-day field trip, including drop-off and pick-up at Golden Gardens, one of Seattle’s best beaches. No swimming experience is required but a love for the water is highly recommended. Grab your swimsuit and join us for Sealab 2025! (Full-day field Trip on Thursday, Pinnacle will help arrange carpools)

Regardless of experience levels, all back-country hikers and campers risk getting lost or stranded for a short time in the outdoors. The Advance Survival class will teach Explorers how to survive and even thrive as a team, as they navigate disaster scenarios each day. Instructors will lead campers in engaging survival and primitive skills exercises, showing how to utilize surrounding resources. Skills covered may include animal traps, sewing, water purification, advanced shelters, basket weaving, rescue signaling, wilderness first aid, knife safety, fire-craft and more. Living in the PNW, this camp is a must! Entering grades: 5th - 8th or have completed Pinnacle’s Rule of 3 Survival Camp previously

Sealab 2025 is summer in a camp! With kayaking, fishing, and tide-pooling, this camp is packed with summer fun! Budding marine biologists will learn how sea life anatomy relates to the human body via specimen dissections, test water quality, and discuss human connection with oceans and waterways. Explorers will enjoy a full-day field trip, including drop-off and pick-up at Golden Gardens, one of Seattle’s best beaches. No swimming experience is required but a love for the water is highly recommended. Grab your swimsuit and join us for Sealab 2025! (Full-day field Trip on Thursday, Pinnacle will help arrange carpools)

Travel through time with us as we explore and recreate some of the Primitive Projectiles of our ancient ancestors. From throwing rocks & spears, to slings & atlatls, tomahawks & archery, campers will discover how people around the world have innovated projectiles to harvest small and large game for clothing, food, tools and more. Campers will need a keen eye, as we search for materials and game trails. In addition, we’ll talk about how far human innovation has come and what it means to ensure having a sustainable resource. After spending lots of time on target practice, we’ll also share stories, play games, and splash around in the water. If it can be thrown, launched, chucked or tossed, we’ll do it this week during Primitive Projectiles camp!

From UV rays to lasers, Explorers will discover a broad spectrum of opportunities to play and experiment with light. Together, we will examine how plants and animals use light beyond what we can see, while also learning how we utilize light in surprising ways, such as laser tag and fiber optics. Explorers will even engrave a personal memento using a laser! Light & Lasers will spark our Explorers’ imaginations!

We drink, bathe, and play in water, but what is water? Explorers will dive into this question as they splish & splash their way through experiments and summertime play! We’ll explore water’s unique properties by creating solvents, freezing yummy treats, investigating water tension, and more. Explorers in Wet n’ Wild should expect to get wet every day of the week — a must during summer!

With the World of Pokémon as inspiration, trainers will explore and learn about different habitats as they search for animals. They’ll learn about adaptations and evolution when designing their own Pokémon. During a visit to Woodland Park Zoo, they’ll analyze Pokémon types, habitats, and names to gain clues about where to find them. Trainers will have to work together on challenges like making their own Pokéballs to “catch” Pokémon and battle them. With special visitors joining us throughout the week, Trainers will have hands-on time with a variety of animals. Join us on a Pokémon Safari as we try to catch ‘em all!

All creatures have similar basic needs: air, shelter, water, and food. With thematic games and activities, Explorers will discover what these needs are by learning the "Rule of 3" as a general guideline. Engaging lessons on knife skills, collecting water, building debris shelters, and making a fire make for a memorable week. Our intensive, hands-on Survival Skills: The Rule of 3 camp will culminate with a much-deserved s’more celebration, a quintessential summertime treat. Explorers of all experience welcome!

With the World of Pokémon as inspiration, trainers will explore and learn about different habitats as they search for animals. They’ll learn about adaptations and evolution when designing their own Pokémon. During a visit to Woodland Park Zoo, they’ll analyze Pokémon types, habitats, and names to gain clues about where to find them. Trainers will have to work together on challenges like making their own Pokéballs to “catch” Pokémon and battle them. With special visitors joining us throughout the week, Trainers will have hands-on time with a variety of animals. Join us on a Pokémon Safari as we try to catch ‘em all! (Full-day Field Trip included, Pinnacle will help arrange carpools)

All creatures have similar basic needs: air, shelter, water, and food. With thematic games and activities, Explorers will discover what these needs are by learning the "Rule of 3" as a general guideline. Engaging lessons on knife skills, collecting water, building debris shelters, and making a fire make for a memorable week. Our intensive, hands-on Survival Skills: The Rule of 3 camp will culminate with a much-deserved s’more celebration, a quintessential summertime treat. Explorers of all experience welcome!