Must have completed kindergarten and turn 6 by June 1st
Send your young adventurers on an exciting Sea Safari where they will discover the "big game" of our local marine environment. They’ll hunt for wild animals that survive in our coastal habitats and find out how environmental issues are impacting them - all while learning about the field of vertebrate zoology. Learn how to use tools of observation including binoculars and underwater viewers. At week's end campers will document their safari observations in a photo journal presentation. Don't forget your passport!
Field excursions include:
- Going to the beach, marsh, fouling station, Center for Marine Science and NC Aquarium.
Highlights include:
- Learn how to track and identify animals including whales and dolphins; go birding at the marsh; go seining, dip netting and fishing; simulated dissections; hands-on science experiments; enjoy a boat float through the marsh
Program Dates and Tuition
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Day of Week: |
Monday - Friday |
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Time: |
8:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Friday pick-up/final presentation at 11:30 a.m. |
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Staff / Student Ratio: |
1:8 |
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Location: |
UNCW Campus - drop off at Teaching Lab |
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Summer 2018 Dates: |
Session 1: June 11-15 Session 2: June 25-29 Session 3: July 16-20 |
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Tuition: |
$180 |
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Gender: |
Co-ed |
Program Registration
You must register by 5:00 p.m. the Wednesday before your program is to begin.
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• 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.
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