Bear Grips Pro ShopsSTEM Camp Activity Day Color-Coded Tees: One Design, Five Colors
- Color-coded daily tees solve headcount and group visibility.
- Same camp design printed onto 5 different tee colors, one per day.
- Campers collect the full set across the week.
- No minimum, ships in about a week.
STEM camps that run color-coded activity days solve two problems with one apparel decision: headcount and group identification. Counselors spot Monday-blue campers in the parking lot, Tuesday-green campers at the lunch tables, Wednesday-orange campers on the field trip bus. The campers themselves collect the full set by Friday and walk away with five tees that read together as a week-long activity series. Below is how the system works and how to set it up.
How the color-coded day system works
One camp design (chest logo + back graphic) gets printed onto five different tee base colors. Each camper receives or buys the full week kit at registration or in-shop.
| Day | Tee color | Print color | Theme |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Royal blue | White | Welcome day |
| Tuesday | Lime green | Navy | Outdoor activity day |
| Wednesday | Orange | Navy | Field trip day |
| Thursday | Hot pink | White | Build-day or maker-day |
| Friday | Yellow | Navy | Showcase and final day |
Why this works for STEM camps
- Headcount visibility: counselor can see at a glance how many of "her color" are present
- Photo days have built-in color theme: parents see clear group photos
- Field trip safety: bright colors visible at zoos, museums, parks
- Camper collection motivation: kids want all 5 by Friday
- Recruitment for next year: kids keep wearing the colored tees throughout the school year
Pricing the 5-day kit
Two pricing models that work:
- Bundled into tuition: 5 cotton tees at $19.88 base = $99.40 cost per camper, build it into the camp price (an extra $125 in tuition covers tees plus margin)
- Optional kit add-on: parents add the "5-tee Activity Day Kit" at registration for $125-$150
Most STEM camps fold it into tuition because the activity-day system depends on every camper having every tee.
How to design the back-graphic for a color set
The design has to look right across 5 tee base colors. Three rules:
- Use a print color that contrasts cleanly on all 5 base colors (white usually works, navy works on light bases)
- Avoid color-specific graphics (do not put a yellow sun on the yellow tee)
- Test the design on each base color before approving the run
Activity day variants for different camp types
| Camp type | Day-1 theme | Day-5 theme |
|---|---|---|
| Robotics | Build day | Robot battle finale |
| Coding | Hello World | Demo day |
| Engineering | Blueprint day | Bridge competition |
| Science | Experiment day | Discovery day |
| General STEM | Welcome | Showcase |
Build Your STEM Camp Color-Day Kit
Five tee colors, one design, one camp logo. Headcount visibility plus camper-collection appeal.
Start FreeFrequently Asked Questions
Does the camp have to commit to all 5 tee colors upfront?
No. The colors can be chosen and ordered per session as needed. Some camps stock 4 base colors plus Friday in a special color.
Can each color tee have a slightly different print?
Yes. The same chest logo can pair with day-specific back graphics. Five different prints across five colors is fine.
How does the camp handle late registrations?
No-minimum ordering means a late registrant can order the full 5-tee kit and have it within a week. No worry about running out.
Is the per-piece price the same across colors?
Yes. All cotton tee colors price at the same $19.88 VIP base.
