# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Science of Swords Summer Camp
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 15 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am (-06:00)
- **Event Description**: An Elite Bladesmithing Experience is an immersive, four-day workshop for high school students to conduct bladesmithing and experience the Science of Swords!

Students will work directly with master blacksmith Mr. Jack Parks (Fire Steel Forge) to create a chef's knife using traditional forging and heat-treating techniques. In addition to daily hands-on forging and blacksmithing activities, students will also explore the science and engineering principles behind blade-making under the guidance of Metallurgical Engineering Department Head Dr. Michael West. This component will include investigation of the scientific literature (ASM Handbooks, Materials Science and Engineering - An Introduction by Callister & Rethwisch) and laboratory testing. This is an elite workshop limited to 10 students.

Camp Details
Dates: June 15-19, 2026

Audience: Students entering their freshman, sophomore, junior or senior year of high school and graduated seniors

Cost: $100 refundable deposit

Enrollment Process 
All prospective campers must complete the following items before their summer camp application will be complete

Submit the online registration.
Complete student statement
Submit waivers

*wait list*
Register now: https://apply.sdsmt.edu/register/bladesmithing?_gl=1*1drvnj2*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NjkxMTA1MzMuQ2p3S0NBaUFzc2ZMQmhCREVpd0FjTHB3Zm9TZHgyRUxwYmlHNTh5VUFydU9aTHdIb1UzUVJ4TkpXMjByU1AzUXQ2ZElqV2lwWGtubm1Cb0N2ZVVRQXZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTI0NzMxMzAyMy4xNzcyODEzOTk5*_ga*NjQyNjM5NDE1LjE3NTY5MzI1NzY.*_ga_3ZRF3L09C7*czE3NzI4Mjc4NTckbzk3JGcxJHQxNzcyODI3ODU4JGo1OSRsMCRoMA..
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rapid-city/science-of-swords-summer-camp/200029787642309
- **Event Categories**: summer-camps, kids, workshops, food-drinks, art, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 3

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Rapid City
- **state**: SD
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 501 E Saint Joseph St, Rapid City, SD, United States, South Dakota 57701
- **lat**: 44.0753
- **long**: -103.2051
- **full address**: 501 E Saint Joseph St, Rapid City, SD, United States, South Dakota 57701

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Science of Swords Summer Camp being held?
  - **A:** Science of Swords Summer Camp takes place on Mon, 15 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Mon, 15 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am at 501 E Saint Joseph St, Rapid City, SD, United States, South Dakota 57701.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Science of Swords Summer Camp?
  - **A:** Science of Swords Summer Camp is organized by South Dakota Mines.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Science of Swords Summer Camp is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Rapid City, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Science of Swords Summer Camp sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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