Contact Marinequest
MarineQuest Office
910/962.2640
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By Phone: 910/962.3195
Program Information
MarineQuest Code of Conduct | PDF
Cancellation Policy | PDF
Coast trek Brochure
Coast Trek | PDF
residential information
MarineQuest Airline Information
The MarineQuest staff is more than happy to pick-up and drop-off students at Wilmington International Airport at no cost. An airline request form is required (see above link for more details).
Residential FAQ's
• Linens are not provided - bring XL twin sheets, pillows, and blankets.
• Laundry facilities are available at no cost - bring detergent
• No electronic equipment (other than cell phones) is allowed.
• What to Bring/Wear | PDF
Coast Trek: Ages 10-12
Must have completed 4th grade and turn 10 by June 1st
Join MarineQuest as we travel back in time to the age of giant prehistoric sharks and discover how North Carolina’s coast has changed over the years. While time traveling through our coastal habitats back to the future, Trekkies will use the tools of oceanography, meteorology and paleontology to experience first-hand how hurricanes and other forces of nature have created the coastline that we see today. Discover some of the key marine organisms inhabiting our coastal waters and learn about the importance of our coastline for sustainable fisheries.
Field excursions include:
- Going to the beach, marsh, fouling station, coquina outcrop, Cape Fear River, fossil quarry, NOAA weather station, local TV station, Snow’s Cut, and Center for Marine Science.
Highlights include:
- Travel by boat to a barrier island; go kayaking; participate in boogie board oceanography; use shallow water snorkeling to observe coastal erosion; improve your map skills; learn how to use GPS to make a beach profile and mapping marine debris; take core samples for geologic analysis; use weather instruments; build a model wind turbine and wave machine; try surf fishing; each week will focus on a different marine species including whales, sea turtles, sharks, flounder, etc... and their interaction with the physical environment.
What a great time William had at camp! He was in Coast Trek and it was his first time away from home. From his excitement, I believe that he had a wonderful time. Not only that - he learned a great deal and it sparked his already great interest in marine biology/geology." -Richard H., parent
Program Dates and Tuition
Day of Week: |
Sunday / Monday - Friday | |
Time: |
8 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. p/u on Friday is at 12:30 p.m. | |
Staff / Child Ratio: |
1:10 | |
| Location: | UNCW Campus - drop off at Isaac Bear parking lot | |
| Summer 2013 Dates: | Session 1: June 16 - 21 |
Featured Species - Sharks |
| Session 2: June 23 - 28 | Featured Species - Migratory whales and sea turtles | |
| Session 3: July 7 - 12 | Featured Species - Migratory whales and sea turtles | |
| Session 4: July 14 - 19 | Featured Species - Sharks | |
| Session 5: July 21 - 26 | Featured Species - Migratory whales and sea turtles | |
| Session 6: July 28 - Aug 2 | Featured Species - Sharks | |
| Residential students must arrive on Sunday by 3 p.m. while commuting students join the program Monday at 8 a.m. | ||
| Commuter Tuition: | $350, before May 1st; $385, after May 1st | |
| Residential Tuition: | $625, before May 1st; $660, after May 1st | |
If you would like to pay in installments, please check out our Tuition Payment Schedule | PDF. Payment plan payments may be started online by paying deposit. Questions call 910.962.3195.
Program Application & Registration
You must register by 5:00pm the Tuesday before your program is to begin.
Before completing your application, please review the Cancellation Policy | PDF and the expected MarineQuest Student Code of Conduct | PDF.
To apply for Coast Trek, you must complete the MarineQuest Summer Program Application. See the links below to begin your application process.
• Complete your application online
• Download and mail in your application | PDF
• Download the teacher recommendation form | PDF
• Allow your teacher to complete their teacher recommendation online
Please Note: A completed application does not register you for your program. All applications will first be reviewed by the MarineQuest Staff and upon acceptance, you will receive an e-mail explaining the final step in the registration process.
Still have questions? Check out our FAQ page.
• Note that prices, content, dates, and times are subject to change without
notice.
• Questions? Call 910.962.2640 or send an e-mail to marinequest@uncw.edu.
• Website and program content © UNCW MarineQuest
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