Have fun in the sun and dive into science exploration with aquatic ecosystems on the Outer Banks! Investigate the “splash” intertidal zone at the beach and muck around for crabs in the salt marsh. Learn to identify fish and crab species and practice fishing techniques from our Soundside Pier. Fulfill your aquatic adventure interests by learning the basics of stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking in the Croatan Sound at the Aquarium, and venturing offsite for a kayak tour behind the tallest, active living sand dunes at Jockey’s Ridge State Park. Other exciting activities include aquarium tour time, crafts, and encounters with our ambassador animals. Wrap up the week with an ecosystem relay race! 

Ages: 10-11. Campers must bring closed toe shoes, swimsuit, closed toe water shoes, a towel, change of dry clothes, sunscreen, and a bag lunch. Booster seat is needed for shuttle and field trip days, if required. Additional snacks are provided. 

*$20 Shuttle Service option is provided to and from Whalebone Park, mornings and afternoons (except Monday AM & Friday PM), with returned completed paperwork*

July 7-11, 2025   FULL!   If camp is FULL, to be put on online waitlist, click on camp and select waitlist button. Questions? Contact dana.thomason@ncaquariums.com or 252-475-2332  

Monday through Friday, 9:00am - 3:30pm 

$275.00 per Camper
$247.50 for NC Aquarium Society Members