2005-06 Midnight Magic Camp-ins This season, there's a whole new world to explore! Be among the first to experience the Science Center's newest exhibit, THE WORLD AROUND US. In this natural and environmental science exhibit, campers can crawl through a cave, blast off to space, or star in their own weather forecast. Also, campers will explore the brand new Discovery Gallery - a place where artifacts inspire curiosity! View icons like the mummy, the polar bears, or the Gemini Trainer capsule in a new light, or examine an Investigation Station or Discovery Box. Cap it all off with a flashlight scavenger hunt and a screening of the IMAX film MYSTERY OF THE NILE. The Midnight Magic Camp-in is a fun-filled scientific adventure for children grades 1-5, along with their adult leaders. The evening begins at 6:30 p.m., and the fun continues until 9:00 the following morning. The Louisville Science Center reserves the right to cancel sessions that have insufficient enrollment, in which case a full refund will be issued.Read our refund policy. A 1:8 adult/child minimum ratio is required by the Science Center, however, leaders should check to find out their organization's minimum chaperone guidelines. Please be aware that the Science Center is open to the general public during camp-ins until 9:00 p.m.

Midnight Magic Camp-ins
2005-06 Schedule

Cub Scouts

Girl Scouts

Registration

Cub Scouts and Private Groups
To register Cub Scouts and private groups, call the Education Programs Coordinator at (502) 561-6100, ext. 6567 or (800) 591-2203, ext. 6567.

A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to confirm your registration. The remaining balance is due four weeks before the Camp-In (schools, however, may pay their balance at check-in). Payment must be in one check from your entire group, not in individual payments.

Make checks payable to:
Louisville Science Center
727 West Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Attn: Education Programs Coordinator

VISA, Mastercard, and American Express are accepted.

Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts, their Leaders, and accompanying adults must register through their Girl Scout Council, by troop only. Space is limited; therefore, registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis. In the Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana Council, Girl Scout Cookie Dough will be accepted if received before December 20, 2005.
Make your check payable to and mail to your Girl Scout Council.

Kentuckiana leaders should mail troop registration to:
Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana
c/o Registrar
2115 Lexington Road
Louisville, KY 40206
Questions? Call (502) 636-0900 or (888) 771-5170

Wilderness Road leaders should mail troop registration to:
Wilderness Road Girl Scout Council
c/o Registrar
2277 Executive Drive
Lexington, KY 40505
Questions? Call 859-293-2621

Licking Valley leaders should mail troop registration to:
Licking Valley Girl Scout
c/o Registrar
607 Watson Road
Erlanger, KY 41018
Questions? Call 859-342-6263

Refund policies differ. Please call your council for details.

Program Fees
$27 per camper/$20 per adult chaperone

The fee includes:
Science Center admission
Evening snack
Breakfast
IMAX admission
Camp-in patch
Program materials
Science-trained Camp-in staff

Optional Costs

The Science Center Gift Shop will have special extended hours during Camp-ins, offering many books, gift items and souvenirs for sale. For only $10, ordered in advance, you can have a T-shirt souvenir of your overnight stay.Your order will be ready the night of your group's camp-in.

Just fill out a T-shirt order form and return it with payment to the Science Center in advance of your Camp-in date. Your order will be ready the night of your group's Camp-in. Midnight Magic Camp-in T-shirts can also be purchased in the Science Center Gift Shop the night of your Camp-in for $12 each.

You will need Microsoft Word to download the T-shirt order form.

Food
Looking for an easy dinner option? A new Subway restaurant is located on-site. Advanced orders can be placed by calling (502) 625-3002. Walk-in purchases are also welcome. Dinner is not included in the Camp-in fee.

Vending machines will be available for drinks and snacks throughout the evening.

Leader Information

Your role as a leader
We ask that adult leaders be responsible for the behavior management of their group. The Louisville Science Center staff is responsible for the educational aspects of the program only. A 1:8 adult/child minimum ratio is required. To ensure that everyone has the best Camp-in experience possible, at least one adult from your group must be present with your campers at all times during the program. Please be aware that the Science Center is open to the general public during Camp-ins until 9:00 p.m.

• Midnight Magic Leader Orientation
  Prior to your Midnight Magic weekend, there will be an orientation for group leaders. This orientation is designed to help your understanding and involvement in the program and to ensure the maximum benefit for the campers.

  During this time, leaders will receive information regarding logistical details such as parking, meals, etc. and will be given a tour of the Science Center and a walk-through of this year's program. If the group leader cannot attend the orientation session, it is recommended that another adult attend in their place.

  All leaders' orientation sessions will take place at the Science Center.

Program Schedule

5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
Groups may arrive at any time during this period to eat a sack dinner, choose a campsite, visit the exhibits, or browse in the Science Center Gift Shop. Please do not arrive earlier than 5:00 p.m., as there will be no one available to check you in.

6:30 p.m. - midnight
Welcome and Orientation
Hands-on Exhibits and Workshops
Snack
IMAX film
Lights out!
You must check out of the Science Center by 9 a.m.

What to bring
All items should be packed in a trash bag with the camper's name, phone number and organization clearly marked. To make your experience fun and trouble-free, we ask that you bring only the following items:

• Sleeping bag or bedroll (You'll camp on the exhibit hall floors.)
• Pillow
• Flashlight
• Minimum toiletries
• Sack supper
• Cameras are welcome
  
  

Do NOT bring:

• Pajamas or gowns (You'll sleep in your clothes, so dress in layers.)
• Radios or tape players (including those with earphones)

Emergencies
In case of emergency, persons needing to contact someone at a Camp-in may do so by calling the Camp-in manager's digital beeper. The beeper number is (502) 455-2981. Outside lines for use by Camp-in leaders are available for use in case of emergency.