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Mon 20 April

TK Discovery Days for Sophomores

Date & Time April 20 - April 24

Intended Audience High School Sophomores

Event Description

Lake Area Technical College and TechKnowledge are proud to announce TK Discovery Day for high school students in grades 10-12 interested in learning more about attending the TechKnowledge Program at LATC to become a John Deere Diesel Technician at Kibble Equipment. You’ll be in the classroom learning theory with the TK Instructors and then in the shop with the current TK Students as they work on Job Sheets. You will be paired up with a student for the morning classes and then have an opportunity to meet with the LATC Admission Team to learn more about LATC.

Cost Free

Location 1201 Arrow Ave NE
Watertown South Dakota 57201

Host / Organizer Kibble Equipment & Lake Area Technical College

Questions careers@kibbleq.com

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Wed 29 April

Robot Games

Date & Time April 29 @ 10:00 am - 1:30 pm

Intended Audience Open to students in grade 6-12

Event Description

Step into the excitement of Robot Games at Lake Area Technical College! Students are invited to explore the world of STEM through hands-on lab activities, interactive campus tours, and real technology in action. Hosted in the Student Center (Level 4), this high-energy event gives future innovators a chance to experience technical education up close — enjoy a free lunch on us.

Cost Free

Location 1201 Arrow Ave NE
Watertown South Dakota 57201

Host / Organizer Lake Area Technical College

Questions Brooks Jacobsen - brooks.jacobsen@lakeareatech.edu

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Fri 1 May

Robot Games

Date & Time May 1 @ 10:00 am - 1:30 pm

Intended Audience Open to students in grade 6-12

Event Description

Step into the excitement of Robot Games at Lake Area Technical College! Students are invited to explore the world of STEM through hands-on lab activities, interactive campus tours, and real technology in action. Hosted in the Student Center (Level 4), this high-energy event gives future innovators a chance to experience technical education up close — enjoy a free lunch on us.

Cost Free

Location 1201 Arrow Ave NE
Watertown South Dakota 57201

Host / Organizer Lake Area Technical College

Questions Brooks Jacobsen - brooks.jacobsen@lakeareatech.edu

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Tue 26 May

Horticulture Career Academy

Date & Time May 26 - July 25

Intended Audience Rising HS seniors

Event Description

Summer career academy. Students will participate in class and earn college credit as well as earn paid work experience. Lasts for summer semester.

Cost Free

Location 2320 N Career Ave
Sioux Falls South Dakota 57107

Host / Organizer Southeast Technical College

Questions Anna Fischer, 605-367-5467, anna.fischer@southeasttech.edu

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Mon 1 June

STC, CTE and Sanford Health Careers Camp

Date & Time June 1 - June 4

Intended Audience Middle school rising 7-9th grade students

Event Description

In partnership with the STC, Sanford Health and the SFSD CTE Academy, incoming students in grades 7-9 will explore healthcare careers, meet real-life heros and learn skills in nursing. Healthcare Camp is a four-day camp with sessions running from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. or 1-5 p.m.

Cost $35

Location 2320 N Career Ave
Sioux Falls South Dakota 57107

Host / Organizer SFSD CTE

Questions Renae Oines, renae.oines@k12.sd.us

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Mon 1 June

STC Engineering Camp

Date & Time June 1 - June 4

Intended Audience 9-12th grade students

Event Description

Learn about careers in Engineering Technology and Mechatronics at our Summer Engineering Camp. Students in grades 9-12 will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities and tour industry facilities. Snacks, lunch and transportation to industry sites are included!

Cost Free

Location 2320 N Career Ave
Sioux Falls South Dakota 57107

Host / Organizer STC Engineering

Questions Anna Fischer, 605-367-5467, anna.fischer@southeasttech.edu

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Fri 5 June

7TH GEN.® Summer Program @ Crazy Horse Memorial University®

Date & Time June 5 - August 1

Intended Audience High School Seniors in 2026-2027

Event Description

The 7TH GEN.® Summer Program is a unique 8-week summer semester where High School seniors jumpstart their post-secondary journeys with 12 tuition-free college credits through our partnership with Black Hills State University and gain valuable work experience through a paid internship at Crazy Horse Memorial. They also experience fun field trips to sites in the surrounding Black Hills area and participate in hands-on cultural workshops. Our academic advisors assist each student with their post-secondary planning i.e. FAFSA, scholarship hunting, housing application, class registration, etc. Interested students may access more information and the online application through our website link.

Cost Free

Location 12151 Avenue of the Chiefs
Crazy Horse South Dakota 57730

Host / Organizer Crazy Horse Memorial University

Questions Julissa Fillmore, 605-440-1483, julissa.fillmore@crazyhorse.org

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Sun 7 June

South Dakota Farmers Union Senior Leadership State Camp

Date & Time June 7 - June 12

Intended Audience Ages 13-18

Event Description

Discover Our Camp Program

Our residential camp is open to anyone interested in agriculture, cooperatives, Farmers Union, and leadership—no farming background required. All you need is curiosity about South Dakota’s leading industry.

Program highlights include:

  • A week-long overnight camp

  • Making friends from across the state

  • Learning from agriculture leaders

  • Tours of agricultural and cooperative facilities

  • Exploring cooperative principles

  • Plenty of fun activities

Campers can earn achievement trips and leadership awards through continued participation.

Transportation is includedwith multiple bus routes and convenient pick-up locations across the state.

Scholarships available.

Cost $100 for SDFU Members; $135 For Non-Members

Location 23740 Storm Mountain Rd
Rapid City South Dakota 57702

Host / Organizer South Dakota Farmers Union

Questions Samantha Bowman, (605) 554-3022, SBowman@sdfu.org

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Sun 7 June

USD Business Immersion Bootcamp

Date & Time June 7 @ 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Intended Audience High school students interested in business.

Event Description

The USD Business Immersion Bootcamp is an engaging, one-day event hosted at the University of South Dakota’s Sioux Falls campus. Participants will learn about a variety of business majors through interactive sessions and informative presentations led by USD faculty and staff. Students and their families will also have the opportunity to connect with the campus community during a shared dinner (with Beacom sponsored food trucks) from 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Cost $25

Location 4801 N Career Ave
Sioux Falls South Dakota 57107

Host / Organizer Beacom School of Business

Questions Dr. Jewel Goodman Shepherd, Ph: (605) 658-6548, Jewel.Shepherd@usd.edu

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Sun 7 June

DSU Cyber Camp for High Schoolers

Date & Time June 7 - June 11

Intended Audience High Schoolers

Event Description

The DSU Cyber Camp for High Schoolers is a residential cybersecurity summer program designed for high school students entering grades 10 through 12. Campers build advanced cyber skills through hands-on learning, core sessions, and elective activities led by DSU faculty, students, and industry professionals.

Cost $250.00

Location 820 N Washington Ave
Madison South Dakota 57042

Host / Organizer Dakota State University

Questions events@dsu.edu

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Sun 7 June

SDWF Youth Conservation Camp

Date & Time June 7 - June 13

Intended Audience Youth aged 14-17, and their parents

Event Description

For the last 61 years, the South Dakota Wildlife Federation Youth Conservation Camp has been made available to South Dakota teens to not only introduce them to the outdoors but also to open wide the door to learning new hobbies, skills, and trades for possible vocations in conservation and wildlife to preserve our state heritage! This camp held in the Black Hills is about more than about getting kids outside - it's about learning how to give back to their communities! Year after year, campers build lifelong friendships with others from across the state, and it's so incredible to see.   Our organization, as a non-profit, is known as South Dakota Wildlife Federation Youth Conservation Camp. SDWF is an affiliate of the National Wildlife Federation, the largest conservation organization in the world. The close working relationship between the state and national organizations ensures effective, coordinated conservation action at all levels of government. For over sixty-five years, SDWF has been leading the fight to protect the interests of South Dakota's current and future outdoor sports enthusiasts. This camp is just one small part of the greater mission of SDWF, but it is incredibly impactful to those who have attended in the past, and they have a BLAST! We still have a lot more available spots for campers to attend and available sponsorships!

Cost $600

Location Camp Bob Marshall (25007 Camp Bob Marshall Rd)
Custer South Dakota 57730

Host / Organizer SDWF Youth Conservation Camp

Questions Jayden Halsey, 605-290-5128, sdwf.ycc@gmail.com

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Mon 8 June

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - Mining and Explosives

Date & Time June 8 @ 9:00 am - June 11 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Incoming Juniors through recently graduated seniors of 2026

Event Description

Dive into the explosive world of mining, where you'll spend the week mastering the science behind detonations through hands-on blasting, rock-breaking experiments, and essential mine safety training. Witness firsthand how engineers harness powerful blasts to unearth precious minerals, sculpt dramatic landscapes, and carve iconic wonders like Crazy Horse from solid mountainsides.

Cost Free

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, 605-394-2414, Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Mon 8 June

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - Materials, Metallurgy & Forensics Camp - Metallurgical Engineering

Date & Time June 8 @ 9:00 am - June 12 @ 4:15 pm

Intended Audience Entering into Freshman year of high school through recently graduated seniors of 2026

Event Description

THIS CAMP IS CURRENTLY FULL. Explore metals, nanomaterials, composites, and polymers. Dive into hands-on activities like heat treating, blacksmithing, welding, and casting. Test materials for impact and tensile strength, and analyze them using optical and scanning electron microscopes. Step into the shoes of a forensic engineer by investigating material failures and authenticating historic metal artifacts. This day camp is powered by the ASM Materials Education Foundation and led by expert professors at South Dakota Mines. Ready to unlock the mysteries of materials and engineering? Join us!

Cost $100 fully refundable deposit

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, 605-394-2414, Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Mon 8 June

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - Technology, Texts and Textiles *NEW!

Date & Time June 8 @ 9:00 am - June 11 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Entering Freshman year of High school through recently graduated seniors of 2026

Event Description

With texts and textiles as our focus, students will learn about technology from the perspective of the humanities, arts, and social sciences. We will delve into the aesthetics, design, production, sustainability, and social/historical contexts of printing and textile-related technologies (e.g., clothing, fabric, etc.). Students will explore big ideas from the interdisciplinary academic field of Science, Technology, and Society (STS) and apply them to hands-on creative design projects that represent and express ways of understanding the intersection of technology and society in the past, present, and future. Students will develop and use their creative problem-solving skills in the Art Studio and Makerspace to design and print, sew, or construct a project of their choice to display in the APEX Gallery at the end of the camp.

Cost $350

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, 605-394-2414, Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Mon 8 June

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - Pre-Med @ Mines

Date & Time June 8 @ 9:00 am - June 11 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Students entering Freshman year of High School through recently graduated seniors of 2026

Event Description

Join us at South Dakota Mines to begin your pathway to a healthcare career! Our health science camp will provide you with the opportunity to explore various healthcare pathways through discussions with students and local professionals, hands-on laboratory experiences, and tours of local clinical facilities. Come get glimpse of your future in healthcare at South Dakota Mines…. for a fun and pre-health pathways to careers in healthcare. Join our Health Science faculty on for this exciting summer camp!

Cost $350

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, (605) 394-6144 Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Mon 8 June

U.S. Attorney's Office Academy (USAO) Summer Law Camp

Date & Time June 8 - June 10

Intended Audience Rising Sophomores-Seniors

Event Description

The USAO Academy – Summer Law Camp is an opportunity for high school students interested in pursuing a career in law and/or criminal justice to learn about local opportunities available to them in various professions. Led by federal prosecutors in the U.S. Attorney’s Office, students attending this interactive program will be introduced to the American Justice System, including criminal, civil, and appellate law; will have the opportunity to meet and interact with federal law enforcement agents; and will participate in a mock trial at the Federal Courthouse.

Cost Free

Location 325 S 1st Avenue, Suite 300
Sioux Falls South Dakota 57104

Host / Organizer United States Attorney's Office

Questions Kailene Frey, usasd.summerlawcamp@usdoj.gov

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Mon 8 June

Nursing Career Exploration Camp

Date & Time June 8 - June 11

Intended Audience Middle School Students (those entering sixth to eighth grade in fall 2026) & High School Students (those entering ninth to 12th grade in fall 2026).

Event Description

Join Us in the Black Hills to Explore Nursing! Nursing Career Exploration Camp features sessions focused on nursing care, the science behind many medical activities and even tours of area health care facilities. There will be opportunities for hands-on experiences and to hear from professionals in the field. Sessions will be led by South Dakota State University College of Nursing faculty, Black Hills State University Science faculty, and medical professionals from the Black Hills and the West River Area Health Education Center. Day camps only, no overnight accommodations.

Cost $50

Location Black Hills State University (1200 University St.)
Spearfish South Dakota 57799

Host / Organizer South Dakota State University & Black Hills State University

Questions Linda Dewald, 605-718-4174, Linda.Dewald@sdstate.edu

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Mon 8 June

SDSU Natural Resources High School Camp

Date & Time June 8 - June 12

Intended Audience High school students (9th-12th grade students in 2026-2027 school year)

Event Description

The Natural Resources Camp is a great way to gain exposure to the world of natural resources, including fish, plants, wildlife, soils, invertebrates, and water. The camp offers opportunities to gain hands-on experience in natural resource ecology and management. The camp is intended for high school students, entering grades 9, 10, 11, and 12, who have a strong desire to learn more about the natural world or who have an interest in pursuing a career related to natural resources. Permission from a parent or guardian is required. Registration due: May 1, 2026 Visit https://www.sdstate.edu/natural-resource-management/natural-resources-high-school-camp for more information.

Cost $300

Location 19862 483rd St.
Astoria South Dakota 57213

Host / Organizer SDSU Department of Natural Resource Management

Questions SDSU.NRM@sdstate.edu / 605-688-6121

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Tue 9 June

South Dakota State Historical Society Archaeology Camp

Date & Time June 9 - June 11

Intended Audience Students going into 4th, 5th, and 6th grades

Event Description

The South Dakota State Historical Society’s State Historic Preservation Office, supported by South Dakota Archaeological Research Center, in conjunction with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, will be hosting their annual Archaeology Camp in Pierre June 9th -11th for students going into grades 4-6 for the 2026/2027 school year. Archaeology Camp provides students with an active, outdoor experience located on an archaeological site near the Oahe Downstream Recreation Area north of Fort Pierre. Students should be prepared to hike and to work in the dirt alongside professional archaeologists. At Archaeology Camp, campers will be introduced to the field of archaeology. They will learn the purpose of archaeological digs and the stories that artifacts can tell people about the past. In addition to excavations at the site, other rewarding and fun activities will include processing artifacts, practicing with atlatls (ancient weapons that preceded the bow and arrow), and touring historic sites around town. Camp dates are June 9th -11th, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. The program is structured for students to attend all three days. The registration fee per camper is $50. Registration will open Friday, May 1, at 8 a.m. CT and will close when the camp is full or on Sunday, May 3, whichever comes first. Due to the popularity of the camp, registrations are first come first serve for 20 applicants who have not previously attended. Prior participants may apply, but their names will be added to a waitlist and only considered if there are less than 20 new campers. No walk-in campers will be accepted on camp days. Registration information is available at https://history.sd.gov/preservation/ArchaeologyCamp.aspx . For more information on the Archaeology Camp, please contact Katie Wasley with the historic preservation office at (605) 773-2906 or at Katie.Wasley@state.sd.us.

Cost $50

Location 900 Governors Dr
Pierre South Dakota 57501

Host / Organizer South Dakota State Historical Society

Questions Katie Wasley, 605-773-2906, katie.wasley@state.sd.us

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Thu 11 June

Body Works: Health Careers and Anatomy Summer Camp

Date & Time June 11 - June 12

Intended Audience Open to students in 9th and 10th grade in the 2025-2026 school year.

Event Description

Your body is an incredible high-tech machine made of cells, tissues, organs, and systems all working together. During this two-day experience, you’ll dive into real health care careers and get hands-on with the organs and systems those professionals work with every day. Participants will need parental/guardian permission to participate in dissection. The program is filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Students will need to attend both days of this program, partial attendance will not be accepted. The first day of this program will be held on the main Sanford USD Medical Center Campus in Sioux Falls, SD. The second day will be held at Sanford Research, in Sioux Falls, SD. Each day is scheduled from 8:30am-3:00pm. Participants will receive lunch each day and a t-shirt.

Cost Free

Location 1305 W. 18th St.
Sioux Falls South Dakota 57105

Host / Organizer Aspire by Sanford & Sanford PROMISE

Questions Louisa Otto, 605-312-6031, sanfordoutreach@sanfordhealth.org

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Sun 14 June

USD Business Academy Camp

Date & Time June 14 - June 16

Intended Audience High school students interested in business

Event Description

The USD Business Academy is an exciting, hands-on summer camp hosted by the University of South Dakota’s Beacom School of Business. Designed for high school students eager to explore the world of business, this camp offers a wide range of interactive sessions. Students will engage in dynamic presentations, participate in group activities, and hear from industry experts about their careers. Outside of learning, campers will enjoy fun activities like games, movies, and social events, all designed to foster teamwork and leadership skills in a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere. The USD Business Academy provides an unforgettable experience to kickstart your future in business. Attending any Beacom summer camp will earn future Beacom students a $500 scholarship towards any business program at USD’s Beacom School of Business.

Cost $100

Location 414 E Clark St
Vermillion South Dakota 57069

Host / Organizer Beacom School of Business

Questions Dr. Jewel Goodman Shepherd, Ph: (605) 658-6548, Jewel.Shepherd@usd.edu

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Sun 14 June

Youth Engineering and Technology Adventure

Date & Time June 14 - June 18

Intended Audience Students entering grades 9-12 (as of 2026-2027 school year)

Event Description

The Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering is excited to offer career exploration in agricultural and biosystems and civil, electrical and mechanical engineering, as well as construction and concrete management. Participants will explore a variety of hands-on activities along with enrichment and social programs designed to assist students in preparing them for the next step in their intellectual, personal and professional career development. Registration deadline April 14th, 2026 at 8:00 am Cost of the camp will be broken down into two options: Option 1: $850 – This covers room, meals and activities. Option 2: $350 – This covers only the day classes from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Cost $350-$850

Location 1015 Campanile Ave
Brookings South Dakota 57007

Host / Organizer SDSU Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering

Questions sdsu.engineering@sdstate.edu

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Mon 15 June

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - Adventures in Aviation

Date & Time June 15 @ 9:00 am - June 18 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Students Entering Junior Year of High school through recently graduated Seniors of 2026

Event Description

We will take you on an adventure that includes, understanding flight, aircraft maintenance and building, avionics, air traffic control and much more. You will get to fly our flight simulator and go for a ride in a small airplane if you wish. We will tour Rapid City Airport and learn how it works from behind the scenes. At the end of this camp, you will understand the wide variety of careers available in aviation and how many of them connect to STEM.

Cost $350

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, (605) 394-2414 Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Mon 15 June

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - Robotics for Beginners

Date & Time June 15 @ 9:00 am - June 18 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Students Entering into Freshman year of high school through graduated seniors of 2026

Event Description

THIS CAMP IS CURRENTLY FULL. Embark on an Unforgettable Journey into Robotics with "Robotics for Beginners Summer Camp!" Are you a high school student eager to unlock the mysteries of robotics and witness the magic of automation unfold before your eyes? Look no further! Join us at "Robotics for Beginners," a cutting-edge summer camp that promises an exhilarating dive into the realm of autonomous machines. Imagine steering a small, ingenious robotic vehicle, programmed by none other than you! From grasping the fundamental principles of robotics to hands-on experimentation, this camp is your ticket to an adventure like no other.

Cost $350

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, (605) 394-2414 Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Mon 15 June

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - Science of Swords

Date & Time June 15 @ 9:00 am - June 19 @ 4:20 pm

Intended Audience Students Entering Freshman year of high school through graduated seniors of 2026

Event Description

THIS CAMP IS CURRENTLY FULL. An Elite Bladesmithing Experience is an immersive, four-day workshop for high school students to conduct bladesmithing and experience the Science of Swords! Students will work directly with master blacksmith Mr. Jack Parks (Fire Steel Forge) to create a chef's knife using traditional forging and heat-treating techniques. In addition to daily hands-on forging and blacksmithing activities, students will also explore the science and engineering principles behind blade-making under the guidance of Metallurgical Engineering Department Head Dr. Michael West. This component will include investigation of the scientific literature (ASM Handbooks, Materials Science and Engineering - An Introduction by Callister & Rethwisch) and laboratory testing. This is an elite workshop limited to 10 students. Scientific/engineering principles will include: Structure of metals Principles of metalworking and forging Processing and hardening of blades by heat treatment Characterization of metals through advanced microscopy Blade testing and performance

Cost $100 refundable deposit

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, 605-394-2414, Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Mon 15 June

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - Chemistry Camp

Date & Time June 15 @ 9:00 am - June 18 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Students entering into 8th grade through recently graduated seniors of 2026

Event Description

THIS CAMP IS CURRENTLY FULL. Explore the expanding and ever-changing world of Color Chemistry in this exciting, hands-on career camp! Throughout the week you won’t just be completing experiments – you’ll build real scientific skills as you uncover how color reveals the hidden workings of chemistry, biology, and forensic science. Your Mission: Explore the Colorful World of Chemistry – From Crime Labs to Cells To Fireworks! Featured Projects & Investigations Forensic TLC Crime Analysis Become a crime lab chemist! Use thin-layer chromatography (TLC) to analyze “mystery inks,” compare evidence samples, and interpret chromatograms just like real forensic investigators. Enzyme Activity Color Assay Step into the world of biochemistry using color-changing enzyme reactions. Measure enzyme activity by monitoring color intensity and explore how temperature, pH, and inhibitors affect reaction rates. Flame Test: Colors of the Elements Discover how fire can expose the “fingerprints” of elements. Perform flame tests to see how different metals create brilliant colors—just like in fireworks and pyrotechnic design. And More From pH indicators and pigments to separation science and chemiluminescence, you’ll explore the kaleidoscope of chemistry through safe, exciting, and visually unforgettable experiments. Why This Matters: This camp goes beyond simple experiments—you’ll learn how chemistry powers modern technology, crime labs, pharmaceuticals, environmental testing, and even art. By completing your Color Chemistry Demonstration Kit, you’ll prove that chemistry isn’t just something you read about in textbooks—it’s a dynamic, colorful force shaping the world around us.

Cost $350

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, 605-394-2414, Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Thu 18 June

Scrubs & Stethoscopes

Date & Time June 18 @ 8:15 am - 12:15 pm

Intended Audience High Schoolers

Event Description

Curious about a future in healthcare? Scrubs to Stethoscopes invites high school students to explore real health careers through interactive sessions at Sanford Health facilities. Students experience engaging presentations, facility tours, and hands-on activities that showcase what it's like to work in healthcare.

Cost Free

Location 216 Anamaria Dr
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer Sanford Health

Questions Colleen Bsharah, colleen.bsharah@sanfordhealth.org

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Thu 18 June

ABE Summer Camp

Date & Time June 18 @ 9:00 am - June 23 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Age 14-18 yrs

Event Description

Ready for a one‑day adventure in real‑world engineering? Jump into our Engineering Exploration Camp, where high school students get hands‑on with food and bioprocess tech—like dairy processing and extrusion—and then head outdoors to collect groundwater samples and run tests just like natural resource engineers. It’s fast‑paced, fun, and packed with eye‑opening experiences that show how science shapes the world around us. Perfect for curious teens and parents who want a glimpse of exciting future careers.

Cost Free

Location 1030 North Campus Drive
Brookings South Dakota 57007

Questions Kasiviswanathan Muthukumarappan, kas.muthukum@sdstate.edu or (605) 376-1975

Sun 21 June

DSU Cyber Camp for Middle School Boys

Date & Time June 21 - June 24

Intended Audience Middle School Boys

Event Description

The DSU Cyber Camp for Middle School Boys is a residential summer camp designed for middle school boys who are curious about computers, technology, and how the digital world works. Campers explore foundational cyber and technology skills through hands-on activities and guided challenges in a supportive environment.

Cost $250.00

Location 820 N Washington Ave
Madison South Dakota 57042

Host / Organizer Dakota State University

Questions events@dsu.edu

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Sun 21 June

NSU Tech & Innovation Bootcamp

Date & Time June 21 - June 25

Intended Audience Students entering grades 9-12

Event Description

The Tech and Innovation Summer Camp at Northern State University is an incredible opportunity for students in grades 9-12 to explore the latest technology and innovation. This free summer program offers a chance to unleash your creativity and explore bold ideas through technology and innovation experiences. Our camp runs from Sunday, June 21 to Thursday, June 25. On-campus meals and lodging will be provided along with nightly activities and service learning sessions. Our primary aim is to inspire tech innovation and provide hands-on learning experiences in core web technologies within a project-based environment. Expect sessions designed to explore: -Coding -Entrepreneurship and Business -Digital Content Creation ...and More! During this program, you'll learn from experts in the field and engage in activities that will develop your skills and fuel your creativity. By the end of the program, you will have gained a deeper understanding of tech entrepreneurship and how you can use technology to create innovative solutions that impact society.

Cost Free

Location 1200 S Jay St.
Aberdeen South Dakota 57401

Host / Organizer Northern State University

Questions Abbey Zens, 605-626-2719, abbey.zens@northern.edu

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Mon 22 June

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - Camp Biomed

Date & Time June 22 @ 9:00 am - June 25 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Students Entering into Freshman year of high school through recently graduated seniors of 2026

Event Description

Students will explore the world of Biomedical Engineering, a field on the cutting edge of science, engineering, and modern medicine. Learn from doctorate level faculty, graduate biomedical engineering students, and industry partners while participating in hands-on, hi-tech activities. Join our Biomedical Engineering faculty for this exciting summer day camp!

Cost $350

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, 605-394-2414, Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Mon 22 June

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - It's Rocket Science

Date & Time June 22 @ 9:00 am - June 25 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Students Entering Freshman year through recently graduated seniors of 2026

Event Description

Join our Physics department as they work to discover the secrets of the time-space continuum (and more)... Physics is the foundation of science. Every other field builds upon its concepts and principles. If you know physics, you know how to model and predict a system. If you can predict a system, you can control it. In other words, physics teaches you how to control the universe!!! Muhahahah.... "ahem", uh, as I was saying; In this day camp we'll explore some of the many fields of physics, from Newtonian mechanics and the physics of weather systems; to particle physics, neutrinos and the search for dark matter; to astrophysics. We will visit state-of-the art research laboratories, conduct our own experiments, and use what you learn to construct and launch your own rocket!

Cost $350

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, 605-394-2414, Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Mon 22 June

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - The Science of Pottery and Glass

Date & Time June 22 @ 9:00 am - June 25 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Students entering into freshman year of high school through recently graduated seniors of 2026

Event Description

The unique minerals of the Black Hills region provide the perfect ingredients to form colorful pottery and glasses. This summer day camp provides high school students with a novel experience to learn about the science behind the creation of pottery (ceramics) and glasses through hands-on laboratory activities using Black Hills minerals. The experiences in this camp will inspire students to better understand mineral resources and how to utilize them to create functional materials. Topics covered in the camp will include: Color Theory (learn the science and art of using color) Clay-body Formation (create your own clay recipe) Clay-body Processing (learn pottery techniques such as pinch pots, coil pots, and throwing pottery) Glaze Creation (learn glaze recipe chemistry) Glass Forming (conduct glass fusing and torch-work) Characterization (conduct scanning electron microscopy)

Cost $100 refundable deposit

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, 605-394-2414, Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Mon 22 June

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - Geology Rocks

Date & Time June 22 @ 9:00 am - June 25 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Students Entering into freshman year of high school through recently graduated seniors of 2026

Event Description

The Geology Rocks! summer camp provides high school students with the opportunity to learn about potential careers in the geosciences. Campers observe the world-renowned Black Hills geology and the role it plays in surface and ground-water quality, geologic hazards, mineral resources, and paleontology. Potential field trips include: From the ancient rock layers of the Black Hills, to the crystals and natural formations of area caverns and the fossils in the Badlands, the unique geology of the Black Hills region makes Geology Rocks! a one-of-a-kind camp available only at South Dakota Mines. Topics that students will learn about -- through real experiences or hands-on learning activities -- include: Discussion of minerals, rocks and fossils, and their relation to Black Hills geologic history Basic geologic concepts Topographic and geologic map use as well as compass navigation The importance of water both to society and geologic processes Mineral exploration and extraction Rock and mineral collection! An active gold mine A cave tour The Mammoth Site Badlands National Park Many other sites of geologic interest throughout the Black Hills The experiences in this camp will inspire students to better understand the natural world and to be able to interpret the stories that are contained in the rocks and landforms around us

Cost $350

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, 605-394-2414, Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Mon 22 June

Nursing Career Exploration Camp

Date & Time June 22 - June 25

Intended Audience Middle School Students (those entering sixth to eighth grade in fall 2026) & High School Students (those entering ninth to 12th grade in fall 2026)

Event Description

Join Us in the Black Hills to Explore Nursing! Nursing Career Exploration Camp features sessions focused on nursing care, the science behind many medical activities and even tours of area health care facilities. There will be opportunities for hands-on experiences and to hear from professionals in the field. Sessions will be led by South Dakota State University College of Nursing faculty, Black Hills State University Science faculty, and medical professionals from the Black Hills and the West River Area Health Education Center. Day camps only, no overnight accommodations.

Cost $50

Location 4300 Cheyenne Blvd
Box Elder South Dakota 57719

Host / Organizer South Dakota State University & Black Hills State University (Rapid City)

Questions Linda Dewald, 605-718-4174, Linda.Dewald@sdstate.edu

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Mon 29 June

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - Physics @ South Dakota Mines

Date & Time June 29 @ 9:00 am - July 2 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Students Entering Freshman year of high school through recently graduated seniors

Event Description

New! Physics camp at South Dakota Mines. Ran by our Physics department. Keep checking back on the website for new info!

Cost $350

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, 605-394-2414, Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Mon 29 June

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - STEM Exploration

Date & Time June 29 @ 9:00 am - July 2 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Students Entering Freshman year of high school through recently graduated seniors of 2026

Event Description

Explore different engineering and science degrees during this 4-day camp. Each day students will get a mini presentation on two different STEM fields with hands on activities. Each session is presented by prestigious faculty whose expertise gives campers a glimpse into STEM careers and gets them excited about their education. On Thursday afternoon parents join us on campus to learn more about what their campers experienced and an optional campus tour.

Cost Free

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, 605-394-2414, Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Mon 6 July

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - Musical Electronics 1

Date & Time July 6 @ 9:00 am - July 9 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Students Entering into their Freshman year of High School through recently graduated seniors

Event Description

This camp will allow students to explore the basics of electronics and how a few simple elements can be used to generate amazingly diverse arrangements of tones, beats and effects. We will take you from the basic skills of soldering and programming to constructing your own music generating machines. Each student will take home an electronic instrument they build. No background in electronics or music is required.

Cost $350

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, 605-394-2414, Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Sun 12 July

USD Summer Accounting Institute

Date & Time July 12 - July 14

Intended Audience High school students interested in accounting/business

Event Description

The Summer Accounting Institute is an engaging, hands-on camp hosted by the University of South Dakota’s Beacom School of Business. Designed for high school students interested in accounting, this two-night camp experience in Vermillion introduces the accounting field through interactive sessions, real-world applications, and conversations with faculty and accounting professionals. Students will build foundational skills, explore career pathways, and collaborate with peers in a supportive environment— a great way to begin exploring a future in accounting.

Cost $100

Location 414 E Clark St.
Vermillion South Dakota 57069

Host / Organizer Beacom School of Business

Questions Dr. Jewel Goodman Shepherd, Ph: (605) 658-6548, Jewel.Shepherd@usd.edu

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Mon 13 July

SD MINES Summer Camps 2026 - Musical Electronics 2

Date & Time July 13 @ 9:00 am - July 16 @ 4:00 pm

Intended Audience Students Entering their freshman year of high school through recently graduated seniors of 2026

Event Description

This camp will allow students to explore the basics of electronics and how a few simple elements can be used to generate amazingly diverse arrangements of tones, beats and effects. We will take you from the basic skills of soldering and programming to constructing your own music generating machines. Each student will take home an electronic instrument they build. No background in electronics or music is required.

Cost $350

Location 501 E. Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City South Dakota 57701

Host / Organizer South Dakota Mines, Summer Camps 2026

Questions Alyssa, 605-394-2414, Youth.Programs@sdsmt.edu

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Tue 14 July

Health Professions Career Camp

Date & Time July 14 - July 17

Intended Audience 2027 and 2028 high school graduates with an interest in healthcare who are looking to exploring career options.

Event Description

If you’re interested in a career that will give you the chance to help others, consider working in a health-related field! You can explore the wide array of opportunities available in this field at SDSU’s Health Professions Career Camp. Students will be able to interact with health care professionals and participate in a variety of activities, such as: -Demonstrations and information provided for many areas including nursing, pharmacy, preprofessional programs, human nutrition, exercise science, biology, microbiology, medical laboratory science, health care systems engineering and more. -Visits to local health care facilities and specialty clinics, which may include a tour of their facilities. -Question-and-answer panel sessions with a range of health care professionals. The camp is best suited for students entering their senior year of high school the fall after attending the camp. However, the camp is also open to students who will enter their junior year of high school in the fall semester. Financial assistance is available for those with demonstrated need.

Cost $100

Location SDSU (1157 Medary Ave)
Brookings South Dakota 57007

Host / Organizer South Dakota State University- Collaboration with Colleges of Natural Science, Nursing, and Pharmacy & Allied Health Professions

Questions Laura Jacobs, 605-688-5067, laura.jacobs@sdstate.edu

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Tue 14 July

Scrubs & Stethoscopes

Date & Time July 14 @ 8:15 am - 12:15 pm

Intended Audience High Schoolers

Event Description

Curious about a future in healthcare? Scrubs to Stethoscopes invites high school students to explore real health careers through interactive sessions at Sanford Health facilities. Students experience engaging presentations, facility tours, and hands-on activities that showcase what it's like to work in healthcare.

Cost Free

Location 216 Anamaria Dr
Rapid City South Dakota 57702

Host / Organizer Sanford Health

Questions Colleen Bsharah, colleen.bsharah@sanfordhealth.org

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Wed 15 July

Precision Ag Camp

Date & Time July 15 - July 16

Intended Audience 9th-12th grade

Event Description

Our Precision Camps provide students with the opportunity to step into the shoes of an Equipment Precision Technology Specialist. Campers will collaboratively work through hands-on projects as they learn about the technical and digital systems found in heavy equipment, as well as problem-solve through general maintenance processes. Throughout the camp experience, they will explore the ins and outs of Precision Technology alongside our Precision Technology instructors and top industry experts! Overnight Precision Camp

Cost $100

Location Raven Precision Ag Center 1030 N Campus Drive
Brookings South Dakota 57007

Host / Organizer South Dakota State University – Department of Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering & Titan Machinery

Questions sdsu.engineering@sdstate.edu

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Sun 19 July

South Dakota Farmers Union Jr State Camp

Date & Time July 19 - July 22

Intended Audience Ages 9-12

Event Description

Discover Our Camp Program

Our residential Jr. State Camp is a 4-day, 3-night overnight camp at Lake Byron, open to anyone interested in agriculture, cooperatives, Farmers Union, and leadership—no farming background required. All you need is curiosity about South Dakota’s leading industry.

Program highlights include:

  • A 4-day, 3-night overnight camp experience

  • Making friends from across the state

  • Learning from agriculture leaders

  • Tours of agricultural and cooperative facilities

  • Exploring cooperative principles

  • Plenty of fun activities

Campers can earn achievement trips and leadership awards through continued participation.

Transportation is includedwith multiple bus routes and convenient pick-up locations across the state.

Scholarships available.

Cost $65 for SDFU Members; $95 for Non-Members

Location 40546 S Shore Rd
Huron South Dakota 57350

Host / Organizer South Dakota Farmers Union

Questions Samantha Bowman, (605) 554-3022, SBowman@sdfu.org

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Mon 27 July

SDSU Data Science Camp

Date & Time July 27 - July 30

Intended Audience Students who will be high school freshmen through seniors in Fall 2026.

Event Description

Students will be introduced to Data Science concepts. They will learn some basic statistics and coding (using R). They will do some fun activities and their goal will be to complete a project where they will analyze some data and present their findings. They will learn to use AI as a coding assistant. Families are responsible for travel arrangements to get students to the Brookings campus Monday July 27th at 9am. Students will stay on campus and sleep in the residence halls. Parents are invited to watch students present their projects on Thursday afternoon. The camp will conclude around 3pm on July 30th. Students will have fun activities on campus. This includes climbing the Campanile, visiting McCrory Gardens, eating SDSU ice cream, and climbing the rock wall at the Wellness Center.

Cost FREE

Location 1015 Campanile Ave
Brookings South Dakota 57007

Host / Organizer SDSU Department of Mathematics & Statistics

Questions Bill Alsaker William.alsaker@sdstate.edu or Xijin Ge Xijin.ge@sdstate.edu

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