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DAY PROGRAMS Marine Science Careers / Internship Academy (Ages 14–17) Coastal Explorer Camp (Ages 10–12) Explore how scientists use models to study human impact on the coastal ecosystem. Use engineering skills to assemble and operate a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). Take a 2-hour whale watching cruise and spend another day fishing and collecting samples aboard our R/V Sea Explorer. Campers also kayak in the harbor, investigate the intertidal zone, and have a beach day! Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm Hours: 7 hours/day for 5 consecutive days Dates: June 20, 27, July 5*, 18, 25, August 1, 15 Price: See website Must be age 10 by Sept. 1, 2016 *Four-day camp: July 5-8; call for information Sea Tech (Ages 12–14) Investigate technology and skills used by real ocean scientists! Daily activities focus on working in small teams that construct and test a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) to participate in exciting challenges. Campers also utilize sophisticated research instruments aboard the R/V Sea Explorer, run local water tests, and examine a sample of the sea floor. Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm Hours: 7 hours/day for 5 consecutive days Dates: July 11, August 8 Price: See website Prepare for a marine science internship or career! Explore intertidal ecology, animal husbandry, laboratory investigations, and shipboard research. Activities include snorkeling, ROV workshop, research cruise and leadership/team building. Successful graduates may apply to intern with the Ocean Institute, conduct a research project during the school year, and present findings at our symposium. Participants must apply for admission by submitting a program application and two letters of recommendation. Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm Hours: 7 hours/day for 5 consecutive days Dates: July 25-29 Price: See website DESTINATION CAMPS Island Bound Camp (Ages 11–13) After a day of in-depth training at our facility, take a 3 day round-trip voyage to Catalina Island aboard the schooner Spirit of Dana Point. Engage in sailing, navigation, rope work, science activities, kayaking, swimming and snorkeling with our marine biologists and professional sailing crew. This voyage of discovery will be an adventure to remember! Time: Day 1 at Institute – 10:00am to 4:00pm Days 2-4 at sea – Depart on day 2 at 8:00am Return day 4 at 3:00pm Dates: June 20-23 (Mon-Thurs), July 5-8 (Tues-Fri) Price: See website Tiny Tots: Parent & Me Program (Mighty Mariners) Children ages 2 to 3 years accompanied by an adult. Join us for this six-week maritime-themed series of exploration and play. Stretch your child’s imagination through creative activities that support language development, social interaction, and problem solving. Time: 9:30am to 10:45am Dates: Tuesdays, July 12 – August 16 Price: See website Lil’ Scallywags: Half-Day Program (Ages 5–6) Ahoy Mates! Little ones experience some sailor fun while staying safe and sound on dry land. During this half-day experience, tour a tall ship, listen to sea stories, make maritime crafts, and participate in sailor activities on our maritime wharf. Time: 1:30pm to 4:00pm Dates: June 24, July 8, Aug. 5, 19; (August 22, 23; 9:00am to 11:30am) Price: See website FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF SINGLE DAY CAMPS AND OCEAN ADVENTURES...PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE! 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629 Tel: 949.496.2274 • Fax: 949.496.4296 www.ocean-institute.org WWW.OCEAN-INSTITUTE.ORG R E D A S U CR P M A C R SUMME mer Fun the Sum on’t Miss Camp r KNOTT’S e m m u S x141 k e 0 e 5 W 9 m 0 p .1 1 6 5 6 m a 949.4 Friday, 7 G A ME T R U C K 6 2 Mondayt s u g Au June 20 O O Z O G SAN DIE ol o h c s n istia AS r h c o j REGAL CINEM e i ionv s s i m E ID L WATER S RK ATLANTIS PA OVE B U C C A NE E R C UB E DISCOVERY C L P O OL and E U IG N A N U y games s! G la p LA , s t f n cost ate cra L A nds, cre des all excursio IV ie N r f R A w C e R n ~ inclu make C R U S A DE the day re you’ll r e o h k w e ; e f f IFIC g sta y the w OF THE PAC h amazin ship. Sign-up b M it IU w R , t A n U e Q r A vironm nd Wo aring en ate in Chapel a A c Z , IZ n P u f E L A DIB 92691 particip A C , O JOHN’S INCRE J E I V N O , MIS SI A ND M O R E ! 1 SAN DOVAL D .c n a i t s i r h C o i ej V n o i s s i M t R e gi s t e r a om 24 7 0 Spring 2016 | 39