Due to COVID-19, 2020 Sheridan classes were cancelled.  Take a peek at what a typical summer looks like!

​2020 SHERIDAN AREA CLASSES

​Tuition includes all materials.  Your child just needs to come dressed for adventure* and outfitted with snack, lunch, water bottle, hat and sunscreen.

*Students need to dress appropriately for outdoor activities: clothing that can get a bit dirty, footwear that can get wet and an extra layer for changes in the weather.  No flip-flops please!

Unless otherwise indicated, pick up/drop off for Sheridan classes is at the Sheridan Fulmer Public Library.

​SCIENCE KIDS SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!

Science Kids offers scholarships based on financial need. Download your application HERE.

AGES 6-8

SHERIDAN- Creeks and Critters

July 20-23  Time: 8:00am –1:00 pm  Cost: $105

Explore the wet and wild areas in and around Sheridan. We will search for and learn about the animals that live near these riparian areas. Not only will we look for animals that live near the water, we will also look IN the water for macroinvertebrates. These are insects that begin their life underwater. Students will complete a field journal, record their findings and perform scientific experiments. Instructor: Emily Emond, M.S. Sponsored by: Anne Pendergast.

Registration Closed

AGES 6-8

​SHERIDAN- Squirrel Tales and Fish Stories

July 13,14 Time: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm Cost: $65
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Come join the University of Wyoming’s Berry Biodiversity Institute staff as we explore how animals and plants affect their habitats. We’ll be learning all about the animals that live in our forests and prairies, and what scientists know about them. We’ll also be splashing in the water as we investigate how aquatic systems work and are studied. These two days will be jam-packed with fun and instructive activities! Instructor/Sponsor: University of Wyoming Berry Biodiversity Institute Staff.

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AGES 6-8

​SHERIDAN- Audubon Adventures

June 22-24 Time: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm • Cost: $85

Get ready to learn all about birds in this two-day camp. What makes a bird a bird, why do they do the things they do, and where can we find them in the Big Horns? Let’s explore these questions and more while we learn how scientists study birds in the field. One special activity will be bird-banding, where students will get to hold live birds and participate in ongoing research. Get an up-close experience with local birds and be a citizen scientist! Instructors: Jacelyn and Dusty Downey, Audubon Rockies Community Naturalists. Sponsored by: Audubon Rockies.

Registration Closed

AGES 9-12

SHERIDAN- Earth Heroes

July 27-30 Time: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm • Cost: $105
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This week we will be working on projects that will heal and enrich habitat for native plants and animals, and have LOTS of fun in the process. We will learn about connections among plants, animals, their environment, and why the structure of habitat is so important. From our backyards to the foothills of the Bighorns, this class will give kids the knowledge that they can make a difference in their world. Instructors: Julie Rieder, M.S., Ph.D. Sponsored by: Nan Thorne Fogel

Registration Closed

Ages 9-12

SHERIDAN- What Moves You?

June 15-17 Time: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm • Cost: $85
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Did you know that Sheridan is spinning at 740 miles per hour? Discover the secrets of Physics and how we use it to make our lives easier and faster. Use the power of gears, levers, bearings and pulleys to do AMAZING things, and design your own simple machines! Unlock the mysteries of gravity, buoyancy, and aerodynamics, and use magnetism to navigate Planet Earth. Physics is all around us...let’s get our there and grow our brains! Instructor: Kelsey Ferguson. Sponsored by: Maureen Golden and Rick Campbell.

Registration Closed

AGES 9-12

SHERIDAN- Bug Out

​June 29-July 2 Time: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm • Cost: $105
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Bugs are everywhere, we just have to look for them! Spend a week identifying insects and other invertebrates, and find out the many wonderful and wacky things they do, many of which are helpful to humans. You’ll use a variety of tools to learn how insects are adapted to the Wyoming environment, and even start your own bug collection. A fun experience for the aspiring entomologist! Instructor: Emily Emond, M.S. Sponsored by: Kim and Mary Kay Love.

Registration Closed

AGES 9-12

​SHERIDAN-Young Explorers

July 6-8 Time: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm • Cost: $85
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Join Sheridan Community Land Trust for three great days where you’ll discover the amazing wildlife, ranching traditions, history, recreation, and more that makes your backyard the best place to live and learn. Day 1- A Day at the Rosebud: The Rosebud Battle is a much-overlooked chapter in our history, and the site is only an hour away. We’ll spend the day exploring the Archeology and History of the Rosebud from the Native perspective. Day 2- Down on the Farm: Where does our food come from? Let’s find out by going behind the scenes on a local farm! We’ll head out to meet the animals, and learn first-hand about local agriculture. Day 3- Paddle Power: Learn the basics of canoeing! Once you’ve got the hang of it, there will be plenty of time to explore while learning about the fish, turtles, salamanders, snails and more that depend on clean water to survive. Instructors: Bill Yellowtail, Theresa Shaw, and SCLT Staff. Sponsored by: Sheridan Community Land Trust.

Registration Closed

AGES 9-12

​SHERIDAN - Garden Gnomes

August 3-6 Time: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm • Cost: $105
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Explore the wonderful, green gardens all around Sheridan County- the breadbasket of Wyoming. From small pollinator gardens to large production farms, each day will be packed with new adventure and the coolest activities. We’ll be getting our hands dirty, while learning all about how to grow stuff. We’ll also be preparing and eating what we’ve gathered! This class is in collaboration with Rooted in Wyoming and the Brinton Museum. Instructors: RiW Staff, Brinton Staff, SK Staff and Volunteers Sponsored by: John and Pam Standish

Registration Closed