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Enjoy summer camp fun, even in winter! When school’s out, the Academy of Natural Sciences is the place to be, with science experiments, games, and tours.
Junior Academy Explorers Escape the Academy: Roosevelt’s River (ages 7–9) Embark on a thrilling, escape-room-style adventure! Like Teddy Roosevelt himself, you and your team will explore the river now known as the Roosevelt River. Navigate the dangers of the Amazon, from piranhas and rough rapids to tricky puzzles and the mysteries of the unknown. Will you and your team survive the expedition, or will the rainforest claim you forever?
Price: Members: $60, Nonmembers: $65