Summer Day Camps
Each summer, Oregon Sea Grant hosts a number of summer day camps for youth 8 to 18 years old. Each camp is four days long, running Monday through Thursday, 9 am to 3 pm.
Summer day camps at HMSC give young people an opportunity to interact with researchers and learn about the marine environment through hands-on programs and field trips. Topics covered in each camp differ, but range from marine technology to marine mammals.
Dates for our 2013 Summer day camps are listed below, registration will begin in January. In the meantime, check out our 2012 schedule and photos below!
- Explore coastal and marine habitats through field trips
- Learn firsthand about the marine environment and the amazing diversity of life found there
- Conduct experiments in the field and in wet labs
- Learn about scientific techniques and current research
- Interact with researchers and other experts
Download a 2013 camp flier or see below for camp descriptions.
Register for Day Camp - This is a new system that will help you not repeat information every year and saves on printing. We appreciate your patience and welcome any feedback.
*To be added to a wait list for a full camp please click on the "register" link above and proceed as normal. You will receive notification if space becomes available.
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WATER WONDERCampers Ages: 8-9
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Discover the wondrous world of aquatic animals through fieldtrips, dissections, hands-on activities, and experiments in our wet labs. Campers will investigate the power of water, and explore how organisms are adapted to life in a variety of freshwater and marine environments including creeks, estuaries, rocky shores and sandy beaches. |
ALL THINGS FISHY - FULLCampers Ages: 10-11
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Investigate a variety of fish, their habitats, and fisheries research in this fun and fascinating camp. Participants will tour HMSC research facilities, interact with a variety of fish experts, and participate in activities at the Oregon Hatchery Research Center. Campers will learn how to collect fish using various techniques, conduct dissections to investigate questions, and design and run unique experiments. |
MARINE MAMMALS - FULLCampers Ages: 12-14
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Learn about the diversity of marine mammals and their amazing adaptations by conducting experiments and participating in fieldtrips. Discover how researchers track marine mammals and determine cause of death, and look for marine mammals as we explore nearshore environments. |
MARINE INVESTIGATIONSCamps Ages: 15-18
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Delve into marine science as we work with researchers to explore coastal habitats and the diverse species that inhabit them. Conduct your own experiments, go kayaking, design and assemble ROVs (Remotely Operated Vehicles) equipped with cameras to complete underwater missions. |
FAMILY CAMPAges: 5 years - Adult
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Dive into the marine environment as we work with researchers to explore coastal habitats and the diverse species that inhabit them. Families will setup their own aquaria, explore nearshore habitats including tidepools and the Yaquina Bay estuary, conduct experiments, and design and assemble their own underwater robots (ROVs) for a competition. All children must be accompanied by an adult. |
REGISTRATION AND FEES
Registration for 2013 Summer Day Camps will begin Monday, January 7, 2013.
Pre-registration is required, and we do not accept walk-ins. Registration includes all instructional materials and field trips. Lunches are not included. Detailed information about each camp will be sent before the camps begin. Payment must accompany registration. Make checks payable to HMSC Sea Grant. Sorry, no refunds.
INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION
Contact
Kathryn Hawes
Hatfield Marine Science Center
2030 SE Marine Science Dr
Newport, OR 97365
541-867-0233
SeaGrantMarineEd@oregonstate.edu
