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    Missouri S&T Summer Camp: Explosives (Session 1)

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    Details

    • Listing Type: Summer Programs
    • Program Delivery: Residential
    • Destination: United States
    • Provided By: College
    • Session Start: May
    • Session Length: One Week
    • Gender: Coed
    • Category: STEM
    • Sub-Categories: Filmmaking and Digital Media, College Experience, STEM, Chemistry, Career Exploration, Science
    • Selective: Yes
    • Ages: 16, 17, 18
    • Minimum Cost: $1,500 - $2,999
    • Credit Awarded: No
    • Call: (573) 341-6303
    • Location:Rolla, Missouri
    • Last Updated:December 2025
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    Overview

    Have you ever wondered how dynamite works? How about fireworks? You will learn how these things work from experts like lead instructor, Dr. Paul Worsey, who co-hosted The Detonators, which aired on the Discovery Channel.

    Eligibility: Requires application and acceptance.  Application is open students aged 16-18 (must be 16 years of age and U.S. citizen or permanent resident).  A background check by your state law enforcement is required for students aged 18 and over. 

    Spaces are limited, so don't miss out – apply now and join us for an unforgettable summer filled with excitement, learning and explosive fun! Whether you dream of a career in pyrotechnics or simply want to satisfy your curiosity about the world of explosives, our Summer Explosives Camp promises to be an experience like no other.

    Camp activities include:

    • Safety precautions when handling explosives
    • How to prime and shoot dynamite
    • Where explosives are used
    • What explosive-related careers are available
    • How underground blasts work
    • How pyrotechnics are used in special effects
    • How to make a 3" fireworks shell
    • How to set up and shoot off a firework display
    • Basics of explosives demolition

    Ready to Light Up the Sky with Your Passion for Explosives? Apply Today!

    Cost and Session Information

    Do not send registration fee with your application. Registration will only need to be paid if you are accepted into the camp. Registration fee includes all meals, housing, and camp materials.