Earthquake engineering, building codes and shake tables are all part of an upcoming science camp for area students. The four-day mini-science camp is called Shake Things Up – Designing Earthquake Resistant Structures and is offered to any 4th and 5th grade students. Washington County Extension and 4-H and Lincoln Elementary are partnering to offer the science program February 9th through 12th. Registration is now being accepted and there is a $10 fee. Forms can be found at the school or extension office and online (click here).

Contact the Washington County Extension Office, 319-653-4811, with any questions about Shake Things UP science camp or how to get involved with other 4-H science activities.