Scutes, carapace, and beaks, oh my! Come shell-ebrate turtles and all their amazing characteristics and adaptations! Is there such a thing as a chicken turtle? Discover the diversity of turtles by observing some of our turtle ambassador animals. Visit the Sea Turtle Assistance and Rehabilitation Center and take part in rescue and rehabilitation simulations in the Operation Sea Turtle Rescue exhibit to learn how we rescue, care for, and release stranded sea turtles. Get ready for a full week of turtle-tastic crafts, hands-on discovery games, and more to make turtle promises on ways to help protect them!

Ages: 8-9. Campers must wear closed toe shoes, and bring a bag lunch each day.  Booster seat 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*

June 23-27, 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