Camp Details:

 

Below are basic details regarding our drone building summer camps. Please contact us if you have any further questions. 

 

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Camp enrollment details:

• Our camps are open for all skill levels, from beginners with a curiosity in drones, to advanced drone enthusiasts. No previous experience is required, as all necessary skills will be taught in the camp.

• Our camps are designed for kids 10 and above, yet some exceptions will be made for mature individuals. 

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Camp hours, breaks, and lunch:

• Camps are 3 days long, and last for 5 hours each day from 9:30 to 2:30. A morning break and lunch break will be provided, and participants are expected to bring their own lunches and water. Food will not be provided. 

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Camp day-to-day details:

• Camps will start on the first day with introductions to drones, followed by hardware assembly. The second day will consist of completing unfinished assembly, configuring the drone's flight controllers, setting up FPV goggles and Remote Controllers, and beginning the flight training process. This may include the use of realistic drone flying simulators. The 3rd day of camps is reserved entirely for flight. Obstacles including hoops will be set up as practice courses, and participants will improve their skills through various games and challenges. *(Camps are susceptible to inconsistencies in timing and may not reflect the chronological sequence listed above.) Participants will leave with the drone they have built, along with their remote controller, FPV goggles, extra batteries, accessories, and basic replacement parts for repairs. 

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Included with camp: (Total Value $200+)

• Participant built palm sized FPV racing Drone.

• Remote Control Radio (for remotely piloting drone).

• FPV Goggles (for viewing life video feed streamed from drone's onboard camera).

• Compact durable carrying case with precision cut foam interior.

• 3x Lithium Polymer batteries (for multiple extended flights).

• Various Accessories (including charger for the drone batteries, goggles, and radio).

• Replacement parts & tools.

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Skills learned:

• How to assemble electronic components, while learning their basic functionality.

• How to safely solder wires and electronic components. 

• How to safely fly with control and precision. (taught with simulators, 1-on-1 instruction, skill checklists, and flight challenges)

• How to safely follow local and FAA laws and regulations when flying drones. 

• How to configure and tune the drone's onboard flight controller. 

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* Soldering - Soldering is the skill of using a hot soldering iron to melt low temperature solder in order to securely join electronic components and ensure electrical continuity. 

* FPV - First Person View: An FPV system wirelessly combines VR like goggles with a high quality camera built into the drone to create thrilling, and immersive flight experiences. FPV creates the perception that the pilot is in the drone’s cockpit. 

* FAA - Federal Aviation Administration, the regulator of all aspects of civil aviation in the US.