Summer
2026
Registration
July 18th-19th
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What You’re Registering For
JumpStart Summer 2026 is a two-day in-person science program at the Oxbow Discovery Campus, located at 530 3rd St, Napa for curious children ages 3–7.
Each registration includes participation for one child and one parent or guardian.
Each session is approximately 2 hours long and built around a series of short, hands-on activities designed to keep young children engaged, moving, exploring, and asking questions.
Each day includes:
Hands-on science activities
Guided small-group exploration
Real scientific tools and specimens
Movement breaks and snack time
All materials provided
Visits and demonstrations from real scientists and professionals
Day 1 focuses on winemaking and viticulture. Children explore grape growing, vineyard balance, smell and taste science, grape juice experiments, pruning and vine activities, and hands-on projects inspired by real vineyard and winery work.
Day 2 focuses on insects and the tiny creatures that help shape our world. Children investigate insect anatomy, habitats, pollinators, camouflage, and observation through interactive games, crafts, real specimens, and microscopes.
Activities are age-appropriate, highly interactive, and designed around the scientific process: observing, asking questions, testing ideas, and sharing discoveries.
No prior science experience is required. Just curiosity!
This registration enrolls your child in the full JumpStart Summer 2026 two-day science series.
Sessions take place from 1:00 PM–3:00 PM and are designed for curious children ages 3–7.
Each day features a series of short, guided, hands-on science activities designed to keep young children engaged through movement, exploration, and discovery. Children will use real scientific tools, investigate specimens, create projects, and learn alongside working scientists and professionals.
Day 1 focuses on winemaking and viticulture, including grape growing, vineyard science, smell and taste activities, grape juice experiments, and hands-on vineyard-inspired projects.
Day 2 focuses on insects, including insect anatomy, habitats, pollinators, camouflage, real specimens, and microscope exploration.
Registration includes one child and one parent or guardian. All materials are provided. No prior science experience is required.
