2024 Camp Information
Northern Central Railway of York offers Students an exciting summer camp experience. Kids will actively participate in a wide variety of learning activities that will introduce them to the magic of train travel, the mechanics of trains, and the science to be discovered up and down the tracks. This “train camp” will both entertain and educate.
Junior Engineers – Ages 6 to 8 years old
Senior Engineers – Ages 9 to 12 years old
Each day, campers will:
1) Build, construct, and operate various train-related projects related to each of the S.T.E.A.M. categories
2) Meet the railroad team and learn about their roles
3) Share a snack
4) Connect with peers and professionals in the S.T.E.A.M. and Train community to enhance their learning beyond the classroom
The camp is based on the five elements of S.T.E.A.M. Each day, children will actively participate in a creative variety of “hands-on, minds-on” activities:
Monday: Science
Tuesday: Technology
Wednesday: Engineering
Thursday: Art
Friday: Math
On the last day of camp, camper and their families are invited to take a specially chartered ride on an NCR train and participate in a memorable graduation ceremony.
All camp curriculum meets PA State Standards and is taught by a licensed PA State S.T.E.A.M. teacher.
The summer camp will be directed by Mr. Ben Olewiler, who holds a Masters’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Penn State University.
“I value STEAM education for every student I teach. I truly believe all components are vital to learning and the future workforce.” – Ben Olewiler
