Family Nights
Explore the Garden Family Night: Bug Bash
This event will teach young and old the ins and outs of the bug world from an expert entomologist. Learn to identify macro-invertebrates from the pond, get a temporary bug tattoo and create a fun bug craft.
Family (up to 6 member): $10
Individuals: $3
Future Family Nights:
July 28th, 6:30pm, USUBC Utah House
Come inside the Utah House kitchen and learn how to cook and preserve what is growing in your garden. Watch cooking demonstrations and taste how delicious the harvest can be.
Family (up to 6 member): $10 Individuals: $3
August 25th, 6:30pm, USUBC Utah House
Learn the history of soap making and create your own soaps using plants for the color, scent and texture. Learn how to make your own lip balm and lotions from all-natural ingredients.
Family (up to 6 member): $10 Individuals: $3
Acorn Day Camps
Our Acorn Day Camps are offered from 9am-12pm for our 5-7 year old campers. Registration includes snack, supplies, and lots of fun! $30/camp
Enchanted Garden Fairy Camp
Join us to play in our garden, learn about fairy folklore and explore the magic of plants.
Wednesdays, 9am-noon; August 6
Hobbit Holes
Come explore the different animal homes in the garden, learn about the burrowing creatures of Utah, and even create a natural habitat of your own.
Wednesdays, 9am-noon; July 16
Slimy, Gooey, Gross
Join us as we investigate worms, discover the world of insects, and create some slimy, gooey, gross concoctions.
Wednesdays, 9am-noon; July 30
Canopy Creations
Learn about the wonderful world of trees, from the roots to the treetop. This camp includes a hands-on adventure in our arboretum and a tree-size art project.
Wednesdays, 9am-noon; July 9, August 13
Pine Nut Day Camps
Our Pine Nut Day Camps are offered from 10am-2pm for our 8 to 11 year old campers. Registration includes snack, supplies, and lots of fun. Campers are asked to bring their own lunch. $35/1 day camps; $50/2 day camps
Wild Wilderness Art Camp
During this two-day camp, we’ll use nature as inspiration and create beautiful artwork of our own.
Thursday/Friday, 10am-2pm; August 14-15
Trails, Treks, and Treats
Ready for an adventure? Trails, Treks, and Treats will be sure to get you in survivor mode with things like orienteering, shelter-building, and campfire cooking.
Thursdays/Friday, 10am-2pm; June 26-27, July 31-August 1
Pirate Day
Ahoy matey! After creating some pirate garb, we will explore the ways we need (and play) with water. Come prepared to get wet!
Thursdays 10am-2pm; July 10, August 7
Mad Scientists: Concoctions and Contraptions
Budding scientists will explore chemical reactions and the laws of motion. Discover cool science tricks and how science can create some pretty spectacular treats.
Thursdays, 10am-2pm; July 17
Junior Master Gardener (for campers 8 to 11 years old)
This ongoing, 8-week program will include time spent in the garden, learning tricks (and tools!) of the trade. Join us for fun, garden-themed activities, and of course, creative and delicious ways to use the plants we grow.
Tuesdays, 9am-noon; June 3, June 10, June 17, June 24, July 1, July 8, July 15, July 29,
$100 for 8 week program
Organization: USU Botanical Center
Address: 920 South 50 West
Kaysville, UT 84037
Website: usubotanicalcenter.org
Phone: 801-544-3089
Questions: Taylor Timmerman
emma.timmerman@aggiemail.usu.edu
