Day 4: The Environment

This morning began with a slow start; everyone was still worn out from yesterday’s big hike. However, as time progressed, campers perked up for another day full of experiments and fun activities. The day began with a study about humidity and evaporation. Students used a compact “whirling” hydrometer to measure the relative humidity inside and outside the building. Students found that the humidity for today was approximately 60%.

Another concept students focused on today was how environmental change affects animals. Students used M&M’s and calculators to simulate a bear’s hibernation schedule relative to food supply. This was many campers’ favorite activity of the day because they got to eat the M&M’s after the project was finished.

The afternoon involved lessons on wind power. Students created model wind turbines and then tested the power output of them. Afterwards, they studied which models were the most efficient and thus ideal to create in real life.

Tonight, the campers will take a short trip to Reeve’s Park. At the park, campers will play games including tug-of-war. Ice cream in the park will follow to bring the evening to a close.