Hyrum Explorers (Youth STEM Class)

About Hyrum Explorers:

Hyrum Explorer’s meets the second Tuesday of the month this Summer and invites kids to step into the roles of curious young scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and artists. Each session encourages critical thinking, creativity, and discovery through hands-on activities with peers. Space is limited, so check back often for registration dates! Registration is required, and space is limited.

May 12th Session - Identifying Types of Trees & Seeds with Arborist Preston Colver 

Hyrum City Civic Center: 83 W Main St, Hyrum, UT 84319
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

Join Arborist Preston Colver to identify different types of trees and seeds, learn about working as a tree expert, and create leaf crayon impressions! A hands-on, nature-inspired activity for all ages. 

Hyrum City Civic Center: 83 W Main St, Hyrum, UT 84319
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

• Registration open
• Join the waiting list if full to get emails about future programming

June 9th Session -  HAMM Radio  

Hyrum City Civic Center: 83 W Main St, Hyrum, UT 84319
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

Teams will use HAMM radios and Legos to put their communication skills to the test! One group builds a model, then guides their teammates over the radio to recreate it. The fastest and most accurate team wins!

Hyrum City Civic Center: 83 W Main St, Hyrum, UT 84319
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

July 14th Session -  Stream Restoration and Beavers with Arborist Preston Colver 

Hyrum City Civic Center: 83 W Main St, Hyrum, UT 84319
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

Join Ecologist Preston Colver to learn about stream restoration and ecology. Discussion of Yellowstone NP Tropic Cascade effects with re-introducing wolves. Understanding beavers and their keystone role in riparian ecosystems. What does it mean for us to work like a beaver and mimic their contributions? 

Hyrum City Civic Center: 83 W Main St, Hyrum, UT 84319
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

August 11th Session - Physics with Physicist Dr. Joshua Knobloch

Hyrum City Civic Center: 83 W Main St, Hyrum, UT 84319
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

September 8th Session - Stokes Nature Center

Hyrum City Civic Center: 83 W Main St, Hyrum, UT 84319
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

October 13th Session - Utah Dept. of Energy

Hyrum City Civic Center: 83 W Main St, Hyrum, UT 84319
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

November 10th Session - Opera By Children

Hyrum City Civic Center: 83 W Main St, Hyrum, UT 84319
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

December 8th Session - NO CLASS

Past Program Sessions

June 10 Session – The Magic of Magnetism

Dr. Joshua Knobloch from the Department of Physics at Utah State University will explain why magnetism is one of nature’s fundamental forces—powering everything from motors and electrical generators to computer storage and medical imaging.

In this session, young explorers will dive into the science of magnets: how they interact, their connection to electricity, and how invisible magnetic fields can be revealed using a fascinating liquid called ferrofluid.

July 8th Session - Angular Momentum

Dr. Joshua Knobloch from the Department of Physics at Utah State University will explore some fascinating questions: Why are tops well balanced when spinning? How do ice skaters rotate quickly during their jumps?

The answer lies in angular momentum—a principle scientists use in everything from keeping planes stable to predicting weather patterns and the motion of planets.

In this session of Hyrum Explorers, we’ll bring angular momentum to life through exciting, hands-on “whirly” demonstrations that will twist our minds around this spinning subject.

August 12th Session - The Power of Mathematics

Hyrum City Civic Center: 83 W Main St, Hyrum, UT 84319
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

Come join Mathnasium for an hour of Math Fun! Our enthusiastic Mathnasium Instructors will lead you through engaging math games and reveal some fascinating math magic tricks. This interactive session is designed for explorers aged 4-11 and their parents to discover the fun side of mathematics. We look forward to sparking a love for learning and showing you how exciting math can be!

September 9th Session - Outer Space & Satellites

Hyrum City Civic Center: 83 W Main St, Hyrum, UT 84319
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

The Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory invites you to "Come learn and experience the exciting world of space.” You will learn about Atmospheric Gravity Waves, and the different kinds of sensors we build for Small Satellites that fly in Space

October 14th Session - Astronomy

Hyrum City Civic Center: 83 W Main St, Hyrum, UT 84319
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

The Cache Valley Astronomical Society will share insights on the different types of telescopes and what each can reveal—from objects in our solar system to comets and even deep space wonders. They’ll also highlight new telescope technologies and how these innovations are transforming the hobby of astronomy.

November 11th Session - Honey Bee's & Beekeeping

Discover the fascinating world of honeybees with Slide Ridge Honey! In this hands-on class, attendees will learn how hives work to understanding the vital role bees play in our environment, participants will gain a buzz-worthy appreciation for these incredible pollinators.

January 13th Session - Art of Storytelling

Learn to tell your story through both words and movement, captivating friends and family along the way. This class is taught by L. Aloysia Adkins of the Little Bloomsbury Foundation.

February 10th Session - Ham Radio Frequencies

We will discussing the following topics:
1) Electromagnetic Wave Propagation and Modulations ( 10 to 15 mn)
2) Communication aspects of radio. How ham radio is being used. (10 t0 15 min
3) Have a get on the air activity (most likely local 2m demonstration) Depends on how many want to talk.
4) Finish it with a communication practice activity. We have an activity where we break the kids into teams. Each team has two matching sets of Legos and radios. Each team is then split into two groups. One group builds something with the Legos then has to give instructions over the radio to the other group on how to build the same thing. The team builds it most accurately and fastest wins.

March 10th Session - Pottery 

Location: Rasmussen Pottery
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

Students will get a hands-on introduction to pottery, learning how clay is shaped (thrown) fired, and sold. They’ll watch a demo from a master potter, then make a small piece of their own that will be fired and ready for them to come back later to pick up at a later date.

April 14th Session - Block Printing

Hyrum City Civic Center: 83 W Main St, Hyrum, UT 84319
Second Tuesday of the Month at 6PM

Come and learn the art of block printing! Block printing is an ancient AND modern art form that is like making your own stamp. For this activity you will learn to create, transfer, carve, and print your own design. All levels of art ability are welcome!