Grades 3 - 12
Spend a full-day exploring the exciting study of marine science through classroom, laboratory and field activities. The Coastal Encounters program begins at the UNCW Center for Marine Science where students will participate in selected hands-on activates. After lunch, school groups will travel to their field locations where they will get "hands-on, feet-wet" learning opportunities in areas such as the marsh, beach or fouling community.
All Coastal Encounter field activities are divided into two main geographical areas: Wrightsville Beach area and Carolina Beach/Fort Fisher area.
Click here to see a map of the areas we explore (please give the map a few seconds to load). Click on an area to view what activities are available.
Coastal Encounters Field Activities
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| Research Vessel Trips* | Aquatic Biology | |
| Masonboro Island Trips* | Salt Marsh Exploration | |
| Barrier Island Dynamics | Coastal Forest Zonation | |
| Rocky Shorelines | Kayaking* | |
| Shoreline Management | Coastal Birding | |
| Boogie Board Oceanography* | Beach Ecology | |
| *Addtional fees apply | ||
Coastal Encounters can be either single or multiple day programs, but are designed to run from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. All Coastal Encounter programs include lunch.
Depending on the needs and goals for your trip, your school may elect to only participate in field based experiences. MarineQuest can customize a field experience to meet your needs ranging from 3 to 8 hours. Please call the MarineQuest office for more details.
Agendas are based on national education standards, including ocean literacy principals, and many highlight UNCW faculty research.
Submit your Program Reservation Request Form Online - Click here
Please contact MarineQuest with any questions about program prices or program content.
Phone: 910.962.2640
E-mail: marinequest@uncw.edu.
