The KidWind Challenge is a hands-on renewable energy competition that engages students in STEM. Student teams bring small-scale wind turbines or solar devices that they've designed to the Challenge where they will be tested for power output. Teams also meet with a panel of expert judges to present their design process and demonstrate their contextual knowledge and tackle instant challenge activities. The event features a Renewable Energy Expo from 12:00 - 2:45 PM with ~20 hands-on science activities, interactions with scientists, and opportunities to build and test turbines. Challenge begins with opening ceremony at 9:00 AM and wraps up with awards at 3:00 PM. Top performers will be invited to the 2026 World KidWind Challenge at UW-Madison in May. Registration is closed for competing teams but public is welcome to spectate.

Join us for an exciting, hands-on alternative energy camp designed for curious minds! In this one-week adventure, we will explore the science behind renewable energy sources like solar and wind through interactive hands-on experiments, creative projects, and real-world problem solving. From positioning solar arrays to designing wind turbines, students will learn how clean energy works and why it matters. This camp combines fun STEM activities with environmental awareness, inspiring the next generation of innovators to imagine a more sustainable future. Be prepared to spend part of each class outside doing activities weather permitting. Ages 12-16. Course runs March 16-20, 2026, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Room 142. 1.44 CEUs available.

Join us for an exciting, hands-on alternative energy camp designed for curious minds! In this one-week adventure, we will explore the science behind renewable energy sources like solar and wind through interactive hands-on experiments, creative projects, and real-world problem solving. From positioning solar arrays to designing wind turbines, students will learn how clean energy works and why it matters. This camp combines fun STEM activities with environmental awareness, inspiring the next generation of innovators to imagine a more sustainable future. Be prepared to spend part of each class outside doing activities weather permitting. Ages 12-16. 5 sessions running Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM in Room 142.

A day-long workshop focused on using information about solar and wind energies to teach state standards. Teachers who participate will receive STEAM lesson plans for teaching about renewable energy and supplies including solar and wind energy education kits.

Celebrate the first day of summer with Solar Explorers, an all-day STEM adventure where students investigate the power of the sun, renewable energy, and summer science projects. This program combines hands-on engineering, coding, robotics, and environmental science, inspiring students to explore how energy and technology shape our world. Classes are nonrefundable, but we are happy to reschedule a missed class.

Harness the power of the sun! Explore how to use renewable resources to generate electricity and heat. Build your own solar car, spinning window decoration, and solar heater. Ages 9-12.