Summer Science Camps
Alum Rock Park, 333 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032
- STEM
- Outdoors
About
Summer Science Camps offer children the opportunity to engage with live animals, participate in nature hikes, and explore inquiry-based science education. Interactive displays such as the watershed wall, discovery drawers, and live animal ambassadors are featured in the program.
• Ages: 4–11 years old
• Price: $25/month will provide a low-income child with a free week of our Summer Science Camp located in Vasona Park.
• Location: YSI Nature Center at Vasona Lake County Park, YSI Nature Center at Alum Rock Park, 333 Blossom Hill Rd, Los Gatos CA 95032; 15350 Penitencia Creek Rd, San Jose CA 95127
The program has been inspiring enthusiasm for science and a love of learning in children, families, and communities since 1953. Approximately one-third of the children attending are from low-income communities. The leadership team includes Dan Gross as Executive Director, Allyson Dudzinski as Education Manager, Olivia Kramer as Community Engagement & Program Manager, Alex Schord as Lead Animal Curator, and Jack Smestad and Emma Madden as Lead Science Education Instructors.
Last updated November 28, 2025.