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MarineQuest’s environmental and community service program is catching some waves this summer! Learn to surf while also completing 16 hours of community service. Projects include coastal restoration efforts, citizen science initiatives and sharing the wonders of the ocean with undeserved kids. The fun doesn't stop there! Brush up on your leadership skills and learn how to be a strong team leader while serving and learning to surf.

Must have completed 8th grade and turn 14 by June 1st. Must not turn 18 before July 31st.

Field excursions include:

Tour Wrightsville Beach and Kure Beach
Visit the UNCW Center for Marine Science
Learn more about our Coastal Ecosystems

Highlights include:

Earn 16+ hours of community service while making new friends (A certificate and description of service projects completed will be awarded at Friday parent presentations)
Daily surfing lessons
Experience paddle boarding
Interaction with surfing professionals
Beach trips
Beginners surfing contest
Discussions on coastal/shoreline issues and completion of coastal restoration projects
Participation in citizen science projects
Leadership activities including volunteer service with Ocean Cure

Useful Links:

Meet MarineQuest's Surf Partner: Odysea Surf School! Odysea Surf School was founded and is run by Kevin Murphy, who was recognized in 2018 for his partner foundation, Ocean Cure which provides surf lessons for people with disabilities. Learn more about Kevin and Ocean Cure here.

PROGRAM DATES, TUITION, AND REGISTRATION

Table Info
Day(s) of Week	Sunday/Monday - Friday
Time	8:00 AM - 3:45 PM (Friday pick-up/final presentation at 1:00 PM)
Residential students must arrive on Sunday at 3:00 PM while commuting students join the program Monday at 8:00 AM.
Staff / Student Ratio	1:10
Location	UNCW Campus
Summer 2020 Dates	Week 3: June 28 - July 3, 2020 Week 7: July 26 - 31, 2020
Commuter Tuition	$600
Residential Tuition	$1,110
Registration	You must register by 5:00 PM the Wednesday before your program is to begin. *Commuter students should apply for the Sunday start day. You will be able to select whether you are commuter or residential in the application and the correct price will be applied to your account. You program will begin Monday morning.
Gender	Co-ed

Contact MarineQuest

(910) 962-2640

marinequest@uncw.edu

Meet Your Instructors

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Residential 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. Please review our MarineQuest Airline Information webpage for more information.

Residential FAQ's

Linens are provided - DO NOT bring sheets, pillows, and blankets.
Laundry facilities are available at no cost - bring detergent.
No electronic equipment (including cell phones) is allowed.
You will receive a Welcome Packet with detailed information on what to bring after registering.

Most Frequently Asked Questions?

1. Does MarinQuest provide a tuition payment plan? Yes, payment plan information is program specific. To establish a payment plan, you will be required to pay your program's minimum deposit at the time of your registration, followed by installments. Full payment will be required by April 1, with additional payment(s) in between.

2. My child will need to fly to Wilmington to attend the program. How do I make this happen? The MarineQuest staff is more than happy to pick-up and drop-off students at ILM at no cost. An airline request form is required. For more information, see our MarineQuest Airline Information Page.

For answers to more questions, visit our FAQ page.