{"product_id":"week-3-chocolate-explorers-summer-camp-7-13-7-17","title":"Week 3 Chocolate Explorers Summer Camp 7\/20-7\/24","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e$400 Week of July 20-24, 2026 | 9AM-3PM \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e$100 Deposit per child due now to secure a spot \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAges 8–12 | The Chocolate Bar Davis \u0026amp; Yolo Arts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGibson House Barn Studio:  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e512 Gibson Rd, Woodland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhat Is Chocolate Explorers Camp?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eChocolate Explorers Camp is a hands-on, week-long experience where kids dive into the delicious world of chocolate — from cacao trees growing around the world to beautiful chocolate creations made by their own hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eCampers will learn where chocolate comes from, how it grows, how it’s harvested, and how it’s transformed into chocolate we love today. Along the way, they’ll create edible art, explore design, and build confidence as young makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe week ends with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eChocolate Showcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, where campers proudly present their creations to family and friends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhat Campers Will Learn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e✔ Where cacao grows around the world\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e✔ How cacao trees produce chocolate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e✔ How beans become chocolate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e✔ Chocolate as both food \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e✔ Creativity, teamwork, and presentation skills\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHands-On Activities Include\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e🍫 Chocolate tastings \u0026amp; sensory exploration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e🌍 Cacao-growing regions \u0026amp; world mapping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e🎨 Chocolate painting, molding \u0026amp; decorating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e🔬 Kid-friendly chocolate science\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e🎉 Final chocolate creation \u0026amp; family showcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEnd-of-Week Chocolate Showcase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFamilies are invited to join us on the final day for a special \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eChocolate Showcase Celebration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, where campers share their chocolate creations and explain what they’ve learned throughout the week.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e• Curious kids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e• Creative thinkers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e• Chocolate lovers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e• Hands-on learners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e*Space is Limited\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e*Pre-registration with deposit is required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e*Remaining balance due one week prior to camp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e*Sibling discount offered\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e*We will be tasting chocolates but snacks are not provided. Families are asked to send their campers with three healthy snacks, lunch, and a water bottle each day. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*The Gibson House is on a lovely property so we will balance the day’s energy with many outdoor breaks to play games and explore. Please dress campers in layers and according to the weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Chocolate is sweeter when we work together! Campers should be comfortable following directions and collaborating positively with fellow campers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWho’s in charge? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Chocolate Explorers Camp is being taught by educator and father of 4, Scott Dardenelle. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScott isn’t just passionate about chocolate—he knows how to teach and share that passion with kids in a hands-on, engaging way, rooted in his educational background and real-world chocolate experience.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eQuestions? Email Katey \u0026amp; Scott:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003einfo@thechocolatebardavis.com\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Chocolate Bar Davis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42957263798339,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/5512\/8643\/files\/A61EF0DF-A6CE-45D1-91B5-3DEE0578EDAE.jpg?v=1770531453","url":"https:\/\/thechocolatebardavis.com\/products\/week-3-chocolate-explorers-summer-camp-7-13-7-17","provider":"The Chocolate Bar Davis","version":"1.0","type":"link"}