<p>Does anyone know of any good camps based on astronomy and science in general? I know this is a very specific topic but help would be much appreciated. Thanks!</p>
<p>Summer Science Program (SSP)</p>
<p>how competitive is the admission? have you been there?</p>
<p>its selective but not supper selective. much easeir to get in as a rising senior. i got defered last year (automatic admission into this years program) as a sophomore.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.astronomycamp.org%5B/url%5D">www.astronomycamp.org</a>
There's two camps, a beginner and an advanced, and they use big telescopes (like a 61") to do projects. Attended as a camper and counselor and I've nothing but fond memories. :)</p>