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Bell Museum ExploraDome
Join us in Melrose for an out-of-this-world experience at the Bell Museum ExploraDome. Choose from 3 show times and reserve your spot by registering early—space is limited! Shows are open to all ages, but pre-registration is required for everyone. 9:00 AM: Observations of the Sky: perfect for younger friendsWe will investigate the changes that occur in the sky in a 24-hour day by observing and describing the changes in the position of the Sun, Moon, and stars. 9:40 AM: Zoom! From the Earth to the Edge of the Universe The audience decides which objects in space to visit in this program, from Earth to the edge of the observable universe and anywhere in between. The journey will help students appreciate the scale of the Solar System, galaxy, and universe, the vast distance separating these objects, and how these objects change over time. 10:30 AM: Seasons, Phases, Eclipses Our Minnesota sky changes throughout the day, and across the seasons. Students will learn how to make observations about the sky: noticing constellations, planets, and the changing positions of the sun and moon. -
Bugged Out Water
Is there anything more exciting than playing with bugs? We will be digging right in and seeing what kind of buggy neighbors are swimming around our lakes and streams. This is a very hands-on session, full of creepy crawly fun that will leave you with a better appreciation of how important insects are, as well as what they can tell us about the water. -
F.A.S.T. Kids-Staying Safe While Home Alone, ages 7-10/
First Aid and Safety Trained Kids (F.A.S.T.) is a 4 hour course for 7-10 year olds. This course helps prepare children for staying safe at and away from home. Lessons cover basic first aid, water safety, vehicle safety, home emergencies, injury prevention, stranger, and internet safety. Students will receive a book, handouts and a home first aid kit as part of the class. -
Field Trips DEC Summer 2026
This field trip list is for students enrolled the Dutchmen Explorers Club. -
Ice Cream Science
Get ready for a sweet blend of science and fun! In Ice Cream Science, youth will explore the cool chemistry behind one of their favorite treats. Through hands-on experiments, they’ll learn how ingredients transform into ice cream, discover the role of temperature and salt in freezing, and see science in action as they stir and mix their way to delicious results. After making their own batch, participants will enjoy tasting their creations —and the best part? They’ll take home their homemade ice cream to share with family and friends. -
Minecraft Game Art Studio
Bring your Minecraft world to life with your own custom art! In Minecraft Game Art Studio, students will transform their love of the game into creative skills by designing player skins, themed texture packs, simple UI icons, and 2D sprites that can be exported and used at home. Along the way, they’ll learn the fundamentals of pixel art—like readability, color palettes, and tiling—while gaining beginner-friendly file skills to make their art usable beyond camp. By the end, each student will have a personalized asset pack ready to drop into their own Minecraft adventures. Perfect for fans who want to level up their creativity in Minecraft! -
Preschool No Cook Cooking Class
Young children will explore simple no-cook recipes while practicing independence and fine motor skills. Each week will feature a fun and tasty creation that your child will create! -
Private Music Lessons: Piano, flute & More!
**Note to a schedule change for the instructor, Lillian will not be giving lessons in July**Grow your musical skills with half-hour private lessons in piano, flute, piccolo, B-flat clarinet, E-flat saxophone, or bass guitar. Lessons are held on Tuesdays between 4:00–8:00 pm at Melrose Area Schools. When you register, please indicate your preferred time, and the instructor will contact you to schedule your exact lessons time. Students must have their own instrument at home for practice. Please enter door 2. -
Private Music Lessons: Violin, Trumpet or Piano
30-minute private lessons offered at Melrose Area Schools with flexible daytime and evening scheduling. Instructor Lydia Prout, who is studying music performance at St. Olaf College, will contact families after registration to schedule lesson times. Students must provide their own instrument for practice or piano at home. -
RC Wars
In RC Wars, teams of students will build their own Remote Control vehicles to race and battle against other teams. Students will need to design their vehicles to not only be faster and stronger than other teams’ creations, but also better than purchased RC Cars and Drones! RC Wars will feature land and air races, obstacle courses and more as students learn mechanical and electrical building skills in an energetic and exciting environment. -
Summer Open Swim
Join us in the pool for some summer fun! $2/Person or $5/Family. Enter door 13. Lifeguard is on duty.