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Beginner Drones (Ages 10-12):

At Drone Academy, campers will dive into the world of aviation through hands-on drone experiences. They’ll learn essential drone safety, practice piloting skills, and explore real-world career paths for drone operators. Throughout the week, campers will engage in a variety of STEM activities using cutting-edge technologies. The camp will conclude with an exciting and competitive Drone Soccer Tournament.

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Camp Details & Registration

Ages: 10-12

Dates: August 3-7, 2026

Camp Hours: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Location:
Montgomery County Community College, Pottstown Campus
140 College Drive, Pottstown PA

Registration Fee: $300

Beginner Drones Registration

Questions?
Contact Emma Oswald, Youth Engagement Manager [email protected].

 

Advanced Drones (Ages 13-15):

In this weeklong camp, participants will advance their aviation knowledge by building a drone from scratch and programming it for flight. Campers do not need to attend the beginner drone camp in order to attend the advanced camp. Campers will learn and practice drone safety, develop piloting skills, and explore potential careers in the drone industry. They will also learn coding through the use of diverse STEM technologies. The camp will conclude with a competitive Drone Soccer Tournament.

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Camp Details & Registration

Ages: 13-15

Dates: August 10-14, 2026

Camp Hours: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Location:
Montgomery County Community College, Pottstown Campus
140 College Drive, Pottstown PA

Registration Fee: $350

Advanced Drones Registration

Questions?
Contact Emma Oswald, Youth Engagement Manager [email protected].

 

Frequently Asked Questions

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What will my child learn from this experience?

Campers will learn about different careers in STEM primarily related to aviation. Campers will also be given the opportunity to learn how to operate drones, which are becoming increasingly popular in various careers. Campers will also become familiarized with the components of a drone, and the advanced group will learn how to build a drone from scratch. Campers will have access to different STEM technologies in addition to the drones throughout their week at camp creating more opportunities for exploration and learning.

Will my child be outside during the day?

Most of the camp activities will take place indoors. Campers may need to walk outside with camp facilitators to travel from the Challenger Learning Center to South Hall, but weather conditions will be considered.

Will you take any field trips? 

Drone Academy does not have any field trips planned.

What should my child bring each day?

Please ensure your child has close-toed shoes for additional safety measures with some of the technology that will be utilized. Campers should also wear comfortable clothing.
 
Your child will need to bring lunch and two snacks as we are not able to provide food. We will not have access to a refrigerator, so please keep that in mind when deciding what to pack.
 
Ensure your camper has any prescribed EpiPens, inhalers, or other medications they may need. Please notify us about this when completing the camp form(s). Campers must be able to self-administer these if needed.

In addition to the necessities, campers should bring their curiosity, excitement, and eagerness to learn and explore. 

Who do I inform about allergies or medical needs?

Please complete the medical form when you register for camp. While we cannot be responsible for administering medications, it is helpful to have this information available.