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Summer Camps 2022

Aquarium summer camps provide fun and safe learning opportunities with knowledgeable and competent staff. All of our camps will follow COVID-19 protocols to keep everyone safe.

Our camps run Monday-Friday from 8:30am-3:00pm.*
We will be offering camps for ages 5-6, 7-8, 9-11, and 12-14.

Cost: $280 per Non-Member, $252 per Member.

Face coverings are optional.

Any of the above safety measures may be subject to change and/or may be altered, based on current guidelines from the CDC and NCDHHS, NC State and federal mandates, and local COVID metrics and transmissions statistics.

Please note that in-person programs are subject to change or cancellation depending on COVID-19 restrictions. A full refund will be provided in the event of a cancellation.

*Except during the week of July 4, 2022.

Camp Dates

Click on the calendar below to see the start dates for each camp. Camps start on Monday and run through Friday, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm.

For more information, call 910-772-0542
E-mail the Aquarium's Registrar.

Ages 5-6

Senses and Defenses

How does a snapping shrimp stun potential predators? Why do stinkbugs stink? How do sharks use their extra senses? This week campers use all their senses to discover a whole new world around them. By meeting and observing animals at the aquarium and surrounding habitats, campers learn how animals use sight, sound, smell, taste, touch and more to help them survive and defend themselves.

Dates: June 27-July 1, 2022-SOLD OUT Time: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

Habitat Helpers

What is a maritime forest? What is happening with horseshoe crabs? How can humans and marshes protect each other? This week campers will explore our local habitats, learn about our natural neighbors, and work together with our Aquarium to help us all thrive.

Dates: July 11-15, 2022-SOLD OUT Time: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

Animal Keepers

How do we feed 2,000 animals? What does it take to keep a 235,000-gallon aquarium clean? How do we ensure good welfare and help our animal residents thrive? Campers learn about the daily care and maintenance of aquarium animals. By helping prepare food, clean exhibits, and create animal enrichment, campers get a glimpse of the work required to provide proper animal care.

Dates: July 25-29, 2022-SOLD OUT Time: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

Into the Deep

Did you know that ogres are like oceans? They both have layers. This week campers will dive into the four main layers of the ocean to discover the weird and wonderful creatures that live in them. By swimming in the waves, experimenting with ocean science, and meeting our marine animal ambassadors, campers will explore the ocean from the sunlit surface down to the abyss.

Dates: August 8-12, 2022-SOLD OUT Time: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm

$280.00 Non-Members
$252.00 Members

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