A free summer camp at the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology in Rapid City for students entering their junior or senior year and recent graduates. Campers learn the science behind detonations through hands-on blasting, rock-breaking experiments and mine safety training. The camp runs in June, and applicants submit an online registration, a student statement and a teacher recommendation for faculty review.
Offered by The South Dakota School of Mines & Technology. Summer Program for high school students in Rapid City, South Dakota, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 11–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.
Fields: Engineering
Info checked October 2026.
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.
Yes. Mining & Explosives Camp is free to take part in.
High school students in grades 11 to 12. It takes place in person in Rapid City, South Dakota. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.
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