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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.
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3 special effects Events Found
Explosives Camp - Session 1
Learn how dynamite and fireworks work from experts. Requires application and acceptance. Students aged 16-18, must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Background check required for students 18 and over. Activities include safety precautions, priming and shooting dynamite, underground blasts, pyrotechnics in special effects, making fireworks shells, and explosives demolition. Application requires 300-500 word response about interest in explosives career, one-page resume, and letter of recommendation from high school teacher or counselor.
Missouri University of Science and Technology
$1,500.00 - Regi...
$1,500.00 - Registration fee includes all meals, housing and camp materials
5/31/26
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31
Explosives Camp - Session 1
Learn how dynamite and fireworks work from experts. Requires application and acceptance. Students aged 16-18, must be U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Background check required for students 18 and over. Activities include safety precautions, priming and shooting dynamite, underground blasts, pyrotechnics in special effects, making fireworks shells, and explosives demolition. Application requires 300-500 word response about interest in explosives career, one-page resume, and letter of recommendation from high school teacher or counselor.
$1,500.00 - Regi...
$1,500.00 - Registration fee includes all meals, housing and camp materials
In-Person
May 31, 2026
Explosives
Engineering
Pyrotechnics
Safety
Demolition
Fireworks
Dynamite
Mining
Special Effects
Career Exploration
Hands-On Learning
Summer Camp
Stem Education
02-10-2026
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Movie Makers for Girls
Same great Movie Makers camp, in a section for girls. What happens behind the scenes in your favorite movies, shows, and videos? Learn the process of filmmaking by practicing stop motion animation, then adding sounds and special effects. Monday-Thursday, June 22-25, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
The Works Museum
$235.00 - $235,...
$235.00 - $235, $211.50 members
6/22/26
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Jun
22
Movie Makers for Girls
Same great Movie Makers camp, in a section for girls. What happens behind the scenes in your favorite movies, shows, and videos? Learn the process of filmmaking by practicing stop motion animation, then adding sounds and special effects. Monday-Thursday, June 22-25, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
$235.00 - $235,...
$235.00 - $235, $211.50 members
In-Person
Jun 22, 1:00 PM ET
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02-10-2026
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(SOLD OUT) Summer Camp - Behind the Scenes - SFX Camp
A 5-day summer camp for ages 8-10 exploring special effects, props, and movie magic through hands-on projects. Runs Monday July 20 through Friday July 24, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily. Campers will craft their own scenes and creative surprises. Registration opens for Clay Center members on January 23 and to the public on February 2. Light afternoon snacks provided, campers must bring bagged lunch or can pre-purchase lunch. Wrap care available 8am-9am and 4pm-5pm for additional fee. Currently sold out.
Clay Center
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7/20/26
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20
(SOLD OUT) Summer Camp - Behind the Scenes - SFX Camp
A 5-day summer camp for ages 8-10 exploring special effects, props, and movie magic through hands-on projects. Runs Monday July 20 through Friday July 24, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily. Campers will craft their own scenes and creative surprises. Registration opens for Clay Center members on January 23 and to the public on February 2. Light afternoon snacks provided, campers must bring bagged lunch or can pre-purchase lunch. Wrap care available 8am-9am and 4pm-5pm for additional fee. Currently sold out.
Additional fees...
Additional fees for wrap care options available
In-Person
Jul 20, 1:00 PM ET
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Special Effects
Movie Making
Hands-On Projects
Stem Education
Technology
Summer Camp
Engineering
Creative Technology
02-08-2026
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