As a parent who’s been a long-time Discovery Camp mom, I would like to say right from the start …

What are you waiting for?

The program has proven to be fruitful and multiply as I’ve witnessed my children become discoverers, explorers, inventors, historians, teachers, merchants, marketers, industrialists, farmers, builders, engineers, tinkers, tailors and (of course) candlestick makers – all in the context of Discovery Camp at The Henry Ford. I’ve also watched them enjoy making friends with children from around Metro Detroit.

If you want to learn more about how the program might inspire the young innovators you know – here’s your chance.

There will be a Discovery Camp Open House, from 4-6 p.m., Feb. 22, in the Pretcher Promenade in front of Anderson Theater in Henry Ford Museum.

Displays and a slideshow presentation will showcase each camp level, and folks in-the-know can answer questions about daily activities, food, aftercare, the overnights for the older campers, etc. There will also be two call center representatives to answer payment and reservation questions.

The weeklong day-camp program is for students entering second through ninth grades in the fall. (There are six sessions from which to choose for students up to grade eight, and two available sessions for those entering grade nine.)

And, again, membership has its benefits. In addition to a reduced rate for the camp program, members will be able to register for their preferred sessions as early as February 22. Non-member registration begins March 23.

Kristine Hass is writer and a long-time member of The Henry Ford. She frequently blogs about her family’s visits to America’s Greatest History Attraction.