SMDT Summer Holiday Camp

Biomimicry! Problem-Solving Inspired by Nature

August 2027 (dates TBC)

At a Glance

We celebrate nature’s genius by exploring biomimicry (how solutions in the natural world inspire human innovation).

From aerodynamic birds to water-saving desert plants, we’ll uncover nature’s smartest strategies and apply them to real-world challenges.

Through hands-on engineering projects, outdoor explorations, and creative problem-solving, our campers discover how nature can be the ultimate designer.

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Experiences from previous camps:

Camp details

Date: August 2027 (dates TBC)
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Timings: 8:45 to 17:00
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Venue: City of Zurich with a number of locations!
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Pick up/drop off locations:
  > Cafe Rumi, Weinbergstrasse 1, Kilchberg 8802
  > NEW! Enge Bahnhof drop off at 8:45 am, pick up at 5:00 pm
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Pricing: CHF 650/week or CHF 150/day. Siblings discount available.
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Food: Twice a day snacks included!
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Language: English, however our facilitators can help children with German, Portuguese, Hindi and Korean.

What to expect

How would we do it?

Through Projects
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Learn the 5 steps of the Design Thinking process through hands-on projects in our sustainable maker space.

‍Through Play
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Foster an interest in learning, empathy, diversity, critical thinking, and a creative mindset THROUGH GAMES and fun. We are on summer holidays after all!

‍Through Excursions
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We learn about our local community to build the foundation for global thinking. Explore local sustainability mindset topics like CULTURAL DIVERSITY and BIODIVERSITY (Animal Shelter, FIFA museum, local playgrounds, FARMS, etc)*

‍Become an empathetic explorer, a systems thinker, a problem-solver, and a change-maker

Ready to join the camp?

Give your child an unforgettable experience filled with creativity, discovery, and hands-on learning in a supportive environment.

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