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2008 Summer
camps
Join us next summer for this extraordinary opportunity to learn
all about this unique ecosystem. The Key’s experience is a four day,
three night trip that includes lectures, labs, boating trips, and
snorkeling in a variety of marine habitats. Students learn about
coral reefs, mangrove and sea grass ecology, the natural history of
a variety fish species, and participate in plankton tows and
nighttime astronomy lessons.
Anyone interested in the MSC’s camps should book early to secure a
spot by calling the Marine Science Center at (386) 304-5529.
We hope you can be involved!
The Marine Explorer Camp
The Marine Explorer Camp offers a week of environmental education
including laboratory instruction and outdoor activities such as
squid dissection, shark ecology, kayaking, boating, snorkeling,
fishing, and seine netting. Students will learn all about Volusia
County’s wildlife, habitats, and the importance of preserving our
natural resources.
 Dates/Grades
June 16 – 20 (Grades 4-6)
June 23 – 27 (Grades 7-9)
July 21 – 25 (Grades 4-6)
August 4 – 8 (Grades 6-8)
Time
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location
Marine Science Center, 100 Lighthouse Drive, Ponce Inlet
(386) 304-5529
Fee
$160
The Master Marine Explorer Camp
The Master Marine Explorer Camp is a four-day program designed
for Marine Explorer Alumni. Students continue their study of the
animals and the environment through laboratory instruction and
outdoor activities including deep-sea fishing, shell studies,
kayaking, snorkeling, and other environmental programs.
Dates
July 14 – 17
August 11 – 14
Time
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location
Marine Science Center, 100 Lighthouse Drive, Ponce Inlet
(386) 304-5529
Fee
$180
The Keys Explorer Camp
The Keys Explorer Camp is an outstanding opportunity for any
student in grades 6 - 12 that is interested in marine biology,
ecology and adventure. This four-day, three-night trip includes
lectures, labs, boating trips, and snorkeling in a variety of marine
habitats. Students will learn about coral reef, mangrove, and sea
grass ecology, the natural history of a variety fish species, and
will participate in plankton tows and nighttime astronomy lessons.
Date
July 6 – 9
Ages
Grade 6 and above
Time
Depart at 7:30 a.m. on July 6 and return at 7:30 p.m. on
July 9.
Location
Key Largo
Fee
$575
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