Register now for PEC’s free online summer camp for kids
The winners of the 2024 Solar Car Derby pose with Camp Save-a-Watt mascot Wattson raccoon. The event involves campers building and racing solar cars and will be part of this year’s summer camp on June 26. Photo courtesy of PEC
This summer, kids can learn about energy conservation, nature, and electrical safety at Pedernales Electric Cooperative’s free Camp Save-a-Watt. Registration is open until May 30.
The eight-week online summer camp for elementary-age children begins June 2 with weekly lessons and activities. The virtual camp also features in-person events like Meet a Lineworker and the Solar Car Derby. Those who register before May 16 will receive a free T-shirt.
“Since we’ve launched Camp Save-a-Watt in 2021, it’s become an anticipated event for families to participate year after year,” PEC Community Outreach Specialist Kevyn Packer said in a recent media release. “To supplement online learning, our solar car derby will be back by popular demand along with other in-person activities we’re excited to host, so it’s the perfect time to keep learning, all summer long.”
Meet a Lineworker involves learning all about linework and even trying on safety gear. Some events will include egg drops, where campers can test contraptions they build to protect eggs while dropping them from the PEC bucket truck. PEC will also host a Solar Car Derby Day, where campers can build and race solar cars.
Meet a Lineworker in-person events are set for:
- June 6: Liberty Hill Public Library
- June 11: Mammen Family Public Library in Bulverde
- July 18: Joann Cole Mitte Public Library in Bertram ( includes egg drop)
- July 29: Buda Public Library (includes egg drop)
PEC’s Solar Car Derby is 10 a.m. June 26 at Putters & Gutters in Marble Falls.
To learn more or register for the camp, visit mypec.com.