Intrigued by engineering? Ready to get your feet wet studying aquatic ecology? Our explorations are weeklong programs offering high school students an in-depth look at different fields of study—from forensic science to mobile robotics. Put yourself in your future career by gaining real-life experience on projects, taking field trips to adventurous locations, and working in Michigan Tech’s state-of-the-art labs. It’s easy to apply online at www.youthprograms.mtu.edu. Explorations fill quickly, so we encourage you to apply early.

The Engineering Scholars Program provides hands-on learning in ten fields of engineering for students from populations traditionally underrepresented in engineering and science. Investigate future careers in engineering, learn from practicing engineers, complete an interactive team engineering project, interact with role models and talented peers, and more. Selected participants will receive a scholarship valued at over $1,000 that covers all tuition, classroom supplies, and room and board, with the exception of a $175 registration fee.

Women in Engineering is a highly competitive program for women academically talented in math and/or science. It provides students the opportunity to investigate careers in ten fields of engineering. Practicing female engineers, educators, and University faculty lead hands-on engineering sessions, special topic presentations, a team project, and time to interact with role models and talented peers. Selected participants will receive a scholarship valued at over $1,000 that covers all tuition, classroom supplies, and room and board, with the exception of a $175 registration fee.

Winter Wonderland isn't just for the holidays anymore! Find out what makes Spring Valley such an amazing place to visit in winter. Activities are designed for children ages 7-12.

Have you ever heard the fairy tale of the Golden Goose? Come to the Heritage Farm to listen to this enchanted Grimms' tale and have your child make a memorable golden goose craft! You'll also get a chance to meet our very own geese here at the farm. This program is designed for children ages 4-5, and a parent must attend with child.

Pioneer cooking can be a challenge! Try your hand at cooking over an open wood fire, then eat your results. This program begins at the Nature Center, and is designed for children ages 7-12.

Enjoy a cozy winter afternoon making candles in Merkle Cabin the old fashioned way. Participants will learn how pioneers made their wo candles and take their creations home. The program begins at the Nature Center, and is designed for children ages 7-12.

Baseball season is coming! Learn the basics of sewing by making your own historic baseball and pennant. This program is designed for children ages 7-10. Each child must be accompanied by an adult (you need only register the child).

If there's enough snow, strap on snowshoes and explore Spring Valley from a different perspective - off the trail! If there is no snow, we will explore anyway! The hike will be followed with a story and hot chocolate. Activities are designed for familes with children ages 5-12.

Explore Spring Valley on a cold winter night looking for signs of animals. After the hike, we will warm up in the Nature Center while drinking hot chocolate and listening to a story. Activities are designed for families with children ages 5-12.