Summer Marine Science Camp Scholarship
Program
If you have questions
about the scholarship opportunities, please contact Anne
Lindsay Frick at 912-598-2355 or lindsaya@uga.edu.
UGA MECA would like to acknowledge and thank the
following entities for their generous support of the Scholarship
Program in the past:
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The Jolly Foundation
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The Rotary Club (Skidaway Island)
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The Canaday Fund
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Coastal Conservation Association
Skidaway Island Chapter
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The Partners for Community Health
(Memorial Health Trust
Inc.)
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The Sapelo Foundation
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The Savannah Presbytery MK Pentecost Ecology Fund
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The Skidaway Marine Science Foundation
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The University of Georgia Marine Extension Service
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The University of Georgia Foundation
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United States Department of Housing and Urban
Development
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Allen Smith
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Anonymous donations
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2013 Summer Marine
Science Camps
Looking for hands-on, feet-in marine science? The
University of Georgia Marine Education Center and Aquarium has been providing science day camps every summer since 1993. Our camps allow kids to grow up learning about the Georgia Coast. Our Summer Marine Science Camp (SMSC) sessions emphasize marine science and coastal ecology while nurturing the curiosity and stewardship potential in each child. We offer informal, team oriented, memorable camp experiences that balance detailed study with exploration. Using elements of environmental and experiental education as well as creative arts, each SMSC session is tailored to meet the learning stages and styles of kids aged 4-14.
Low student to staff ratios ensure personal attention and mentoring for your camper. Summer camp staff includes UGA marine education faculty and Georgia Sea Grant marine education interns. Camp sessions are high energy, chock full, and lots of fun! Your camper is sure to be hot, tired and dirty at the end of the day!
Do sessions change from one year to the next?
One exploration of the Georgia coast is only the beginning of a lifetime of learning! Although we swap new activities for old ones each year, the backbone of each session of Summer Marine Science Camp is a collection of explorations in the coastal outdoors. Field and lab activities vary slightly each year. We tailor key concepts in marine science and coastal ecology to camper academic level and attention spans. If you have any questions about session content or for more information about 2013 sessions or the registration process, please contact Anne Lindsay @ 912-598-2355 or email lindsaya@uga.edu |
Summer Marine Science Camp Sessions
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Fish Fry: Age 4 |
June 24-28, 2013
Monday - Friday,
1 - 4 PM
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Here’s a program
that nurtures the very beginnings of marine science interest in children.
Developed for shorter attention spans and excitement about animals
from the ocean, FISH FRY will keep even the busiest of 4 year
olds engaged. Five half-days of live animals, nature exploration,
games, and ocean art projects for little hands. Activities are inspired
by well known picture books about ocean animals including the works
of Eric Carle and Leo Lionni.
Session runs Monday – Friday, 1 pm - 4 pm. Snacks,
t-shirt, arts/crafts materials, and lots of individual attention included.
5:1 instructional ratio. 20 participants.
$135 per camper / $25 deposit with registration
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Sea Sprites: Age 5 |
June 24-28, 2013
Monday - Friday,
9 AM - 12 noon |
Looking for a camp that capitalizes on the elfish energy of five year olds? In this 5 day session, campers will focus on the various ways ocean animals make a living through hands-on activities, field explorations, engaging art projects, read-aloud stories and outdoor explorations. Sea Sprites will investigate snails, crabs, bony fish, sharks, shorebirds, sea turtles, dolphins and right whales. They will also think about their own relationships with these animals and with the ocean.
Sessions run Monday – Friday, 9 am - 12 noon. Snacks,
t-shirt, arts/crafts materials, and lots of individual attention included.
5:1 instructional ratio. 24 participants per session.
$135 per camper / $25 deposit with registration |
Sea Squirts: Age 6 (SESSION FULL) |
| June 17-21, 2013
Monday - Friday,
9 AM - 2 PM
(SESSION FULL)
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What is a Sea Squirt? Find out in this camp
designed to introduce very young scientists to the animals and habitats of Georgia's coast. With
activities appropriate for this curious and excitable age, SEA SQUIRTS
will discover the wonders of salt marshes, estuaries, and the maritime forest. They’ll spend time visiting MECA’S
touch tanks and aquarium. Indoor nature craft activities balance outdoor
games and exploration.
Session runs Monday - Friday, 9 am - 2 pm.
Lunch, snacks and arts/cragts materials included. 5:1 instructional ratio. 30 participants per session.
$205 per camper / $50 deposit with registration
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Sea Camp: Ages 7-8 |
Session I:
June 3-7, 2013
Session II:
July 15-19, 2013
(SESSION II FULL)
Monday - Friday,
9 AM - 3 PM
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This session offers just the right mix of
hands-on field experiences, outdoor games, and
introductory labs for this active age. Campers will explore salt marsh,
maritime forest, and sandy beaches on Skidaway and Tybee Islands,
and fish with a cane pole at the DNR Fish Hatchery.
Sessions run
Monday - Friday, 9 am - 3 pm. Lunch, snacks, t-shirt and
field trip transportation included. 5:1 instructional ratio. 30 participants
in session I; 40 participants in session II.
$230 per camper / $50 deposit with registration |
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Salty Dawgs: Ages 9-10 |
Session I:
July 8-12, 2013
(SESSION I FULL)
Session II:
July 29-Aug. 2, 2013
Monday - Friday,
9 AM - 4 PM
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Salty Dawgs offers in depth study of coastal waters and includes field, lab, and boat experiences. We’ll study fresh, brackish, and marine water communities in the field using water quality testing and standard sampling equipment. Highlights of the week will include a trip to Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge and trawling on the R/V Sea Dawg.
Sessions run Monday - Friday, 9 am – 4 pm. Lunch, snacks, t-shirt and field trip transportation included. 5:1 instructional ratio. 30 participants per session.
$285 per camper / $50 deposit with registration
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Fishing For Fun: Ages 11-12 (SESSION FULL) |
June 10-14, 2013
Monday - Friday,
9 AM - 4 PM
(SESSION FULL) |
In this session, campers will learn the importance of restoring, protecting, and preserving habitats of coastal Georgia and the important role that they play with regard to local fisheries. Interactive laboratory and field work intertwined with current education, conservation, and research topics on coastal Georgia fisheries will allow the students to learn about commercial and recreational fisheries (shrimp, blue crab, oyster). Students will spend time studying nearby rivers aboard the R/V Sea Dawg, exploring the beaches of Wassaw National Wildlife Refuge, as well as fishing and crabbing in our local waterways.
Session runs Monday – Friday, 9 am - 4 pm. Lunch, snacks, t-shirt and field transportation included. 5:1 instructional ratio. 30 participants.
$285 per camper / $50 deposit with registration
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Island Scientists: Ages 13-14 |
July 22-26, 2013
Monday - Friday,
9 AM - 4 PM
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Island Scientists is our most academically
advanced and field intensive program. Therefore, students who have a serious interest
in marine and field science are encouraged to apply. Be prepared for long, full days in the lab and in the field for the surprises that wilderness explorations bring. Cheerfulness, a positive attitude and teamwork are all must haves to enjoy this session that typically includes discussions on marine related topics, laboratory investigations, trawling aboard the R/V Sea Dawg, a day of exploration on Wassaw Island and a paddling trip.
Session runs Monday - Friday, 9 am- 4 pm. Lab fees, lunch, t-shirt, and field
transportation included. 4:1 instructional ratio. 30 participants.
$325 per session / $100 deposit with registration
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How to register
Please print, and fill out one (1) Camp Registration form for each camper. Submit with deposit check (made out to The University of Georgia) and address to the attention of Anne Lindsay at the address on the form. The annual enrollment lottery will take place April 1, 2013. For questions, email Anne Lindsay at lindsaya@uga.edu. To be included in the lottery, registration
forms with non-refundable deposit must be delivered by mail or in person
to the UGA Marine Education Center & Aquarium on Skidaway island before April 1, 2013.
Faxed and emailed forms will not be accepted. Forms without deposits will not be accepted. Registration will not be completed by phone. Short waiting lists will be held for each session. Waiting list placement requires both registration form and deposit. If applicant is not enrolled due to space limitations, the registration form and deposit will be returned. Enrollment confirmation will be emailed by April 13th, 2013.
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