Ocean Explorers 2024
Ocean Explorers marine science summer program at Seymour Center is a week your child will never forget. Just ask the professional marine scientists who attended Ocean Explorers themselves.
Our marine science summer camps give youth ages 7 to 14 opportunities to actively explore the ocean, investigate Monterey Bay’s animals and ecosystems, and experience the thrill of scientific discovery at a world-class marine lab.
Fantastic Fish (ages 7-9)
Dive into the wonders of our local marine life with our Fantastic Fish program where we explore the incredible variety of fish that call Monterey Bay and the Pacific Ocean home. Venturing into fish habitats from the depths of our deep sea canyon to the shallow sandy shores, we’ll learn about fish shapes, behaviors, and more! Throughout the week, we combine our scientific and artistic skills to create crafts to share with family and friends. We end our week with a visit to Natural Bridges State Beach; the perfect place for sandy shore investigations, a beach clean-up, and plenty of fun and games.
Marine Science for Girls (ages 9-11)
An amazing camp designed to inspire girls with a deep love of ocean science. Girls go behind the scenes with Long Marine Lab’s expert marine mammal scientists and trainers. Learn from special seals, sea lions, and dolphins participating in conservation research. For an end of summer treat, we’ll be overnight camping Thursday into Friday. Our week wraps up with a fun kayak adventure in search of sea otters and more!
Please note: Participants supply their own sleeping bags and sleeping pads. Restroom facilities are available during the overnight.
Thank you to Rachel & David Kliger for sponsoring Marine Science for Girls
Masterful Marine Mammals (ages 9-11 and 12-14)
Discover how dolphins, seals, and sea lions cooperate in conservation research to help protect wild marine animals around the globe. Work alongside researchers and trainers to learn about Long Marine Lab’s extraordinary marine mammals. Gain first-hand experience in marine mammal care and training techniques and enjoy outings to coastal field sites. We top it off with an ocean adventure either kayaking (9-11 year olds) or whale watching (12-14 year olds).