Youth Science Institute

Summer Science Camps

Alum Rock Park, 333 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032

  • STEM
  • Outdoors
mapAlum Rock Park, 333 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032

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.