InSTEM Pre-Camp Information
Information on this page is only for those participating in the InSTEM camp July 2-5, 2024.
Required Waiver
You should have filled out paper versions of these forms when you registered, but if information is missing you may be asked to fill them out again. Forms must be signed by a parent/guardian and multiple children can be added to a single form. Printed copies can be found at your school's office or download a copy here.
Bus Information
Transportation to and from the University of Lethbridge is provided for our InSTEM campers and chaperones. You have indicated what bus stop you will be using on your registration form. Please be aware that morning drop-off times are firm and the bus will leave without you. There will be an adult chaperone from community on the bus every day, they will also be there to greet you and answer any questions in the morning.
Buses leave the university at 4:00pm each day.
Kainai Skating Rink
Morning Drop-off between 8:30-8:45 am - FIRM
Evening Pick-up between 5:00-5:15 pm
Piikani Nation Secondary School
Morning Drop-off between 8:30-8:45 am - FIRM
Evening Pick-up between 5:00-5:15 pm
Busses will not be making any additional stops.
Not taking the bus?
If you are not taking the bus - campers must be dropped off at the University of Lethbridge Science Commons at 10:00am when the rest of the camp There is no supervision before this time. Please bring your child inside to the Outreach Facility and make sure they are met by a Destination Exploration staff before leaving.
Contact 403-915-0651 if you need to reach a team member.
Food & Snacks
Food and snacks are provided for participants throughout the week. A general overview of the week's menu is below. If your child does NOT wish to eat what is provided, please pack and send them with a nut-free alternative.
| Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
| AM Snack | ||||
| Lunch | Spaghetti & Meatballs | Chicken Nuggets | Pizza | Taco in a Bag |
| PM Snack |
Swimming
All campers will have the chance to visit the Nicholas Sharan swimming pool on FRIDAY afternoon. Please make sure you pack a bathing suit and towel on this day.
Swimming Details:
- Life jackets are available for non-confident swimmers
- We will be WALKING to the pool, please bring your swim gear in a separate bag.
- EVERYONE (regardless of camp group) will be allowed to swim in the deep-end if they pass the swim test
What to Pack
Backpacks are preferred as they will be carrying them throughout the day and we suggest you do not overpack.
We suggest you bring the following:
- Filled and Labelled Water Bottle
- Outdoor clothing
- Swimming suit and towel (Friday)
- Sunscreen & hat/cap
- Shorts and runners (for outdoor activities)
All other materials for workshops and recreational activities will be provided. Campers may bring individual books or activities to engage with during downtimes, but we ask that all electronics be left at home. Please respect our NUT-FREE environment and do not pack your child with anything that contains nuts. We also discourage the consumption of energy drinks during camp hours.
The Nitty Gritty
If the need arises to cancel your child’s camp registration please let us know by calling or texting 403-915-0651.
DE follows the AHS and University guidelines for COVID-19. Masks are not required but are welcome and if your child is sick we ask that they stay home until symptoms clear.
If you need to contact your child during camp, please call the Destination Exploration office at (403) 915-0651.
Check out what we are doing at camp by following us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @uLethbridgeDE
See you at camp!