Must have completed 9th grade and be 15 by May 1st
Think you want to be a marine biologist? How about an oceanographer? Maybe you prefer marine technology specialist? You can check out your career options at our camp designed to let you step into the swim fins of different types of marine scientists and gain some first-hand experience using the kinds of instruments and ROV technology their research requires.Activities include:
- Six-hour research cruises on the ocean; a boat trip to Masonboro Island, field trips to beach, marsh, fouling station, Sea Turtle hospital, Marine Technology program, aquaculture lab, quarry, Center for Marine Science, and other marine facilities
Highlights include:
- Build ROVs; interact with UNCW research scientists; explore marine habitats by kayak and on foot; do transect analysis while snorkeling; conduct field research using Vernier LabQuest hand-held computers, analyze phytoplankton and chlorophyll data for a NOAA sponsored program, participate in boogie board oceanography; take a surf lesson; and more…
Camp O.C.E.A.N.S. is a two-week, residential only camp.
Camp O.C.E.A.N.S. Gulf Stream is one-week, commuter only camp.
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Camp OCEANS: |
Sunday - Friday (two-weeks) |
Friday pick-up is at 1:30 p.m. |
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Staff/Child Ratio: | 1:10 |
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| Residential campers must arrive on Sunday by 3 p.m. | ||
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Cost |
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Early Bird Registration ends May 1st, 2009.
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| Camp Registration | ||
| Camp registration will begin December 1st, 2008. | ||
You must register by 5:00pm the Tuesday before your camp is to begin.
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| Tentative Agenda — subject to change | ||
Coming soon! |
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| Residential Information | ||
| The MarineQuest staff is more than happy to pick-up and drop-off campers at Wilmington International Airport - click here. If you need this service, be sure to inform us when you register. | ||
| • Linens are not provided - bring XL twin sheets, pillows, and blankets. | ||
| • Bring at least four towels for the week. | ||
| • Laundry facilities are available - bring detergent and quarters. | ||
| • No electronic equipment (other than cell phones) is allowed. | ||
• Note that prices, content, dates, and times are subject to change without notice. |
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