Face nature's fury: lightning, tornadoes, blizzards, and more
Spend four days studying the weather in the Rushmore Region, home to some of the wildest weather in the country—like the world record for fastest temperature change. The 50-degree drop in an hour shattered windows as the temperature dipped
below freezing, above, and back down again.
Get a hands-on experience in weather forecasting, including learning about tornadoes from local experts, collecting real-time data with weather stations and weather balloons, and learning about climate change and how scientists use computer
models to predict weather and climate.
Hands-on. Hi-tech. All in the beautiful Black Hills.
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Learn how tornadoes and thunderstorms form and how meteorologists predict these phenomena.
- Observe thunderstorm development over the Black Hills (weather permitting).
- Launch large weather balloons to observe the upper atmosphere.
- Set up weather stations to take measurements of local atmospheric conditions
- Meet an on-air meteorologist, and watch a live broadcast at a local TV station.
- Learn how to analyze weather maps and make a forecast.
- See firsthand how changes to the climate may affect local ecosystems such as streams, plants, and organisms.
- Visit the Rapid City National Weather Service office and meet with experts in the field.
- Please note final activities may vary.
ENROLLMENT PROCESS:
All prospective campers must complete the following items before their summer camp application will be complete.
- Submit the online registration
- Make full payment. Camper’s spot will only be held for two weeks by registration unless payment is made
- Submit waivers
Cancellation Policy:
To receive a refund, notice must be given to Shelli Grinager at Shelli.Grinager@sdsmt.edu or 605-394-6144 with the cancelation 30 days before camp
Camp Interest Form
Fill out a Camp Interest Form and be one of the first to know when camp registration opens and hear about our new camps!
Summer Camp Interest Form
Cost $200
Current Grades: 8th-12th
June 6-9, 2022