Key West, Fl: More than 30,000 kids from throughout the continental United States, Alaska and as far away as China have traveled to participate in this hands-on, interactive education at one of the Florida Keys’ most historic locations; Pigeon Key’s Marine Science Camp.
Campers are provided with background of the marine world around them, and then immersed in the field, allowing them to utilize their newly acquired knowledge.
Workshops include topics such as Marine Mammals, Reef Fish Identification, Coral Reef Systems. Marine Habitats of the Florida Keys, Invertebrate Biodiversity, Marine Adaptations, Shark Biology & Dissection, Plankton Lab, etc.
Imagine fun activities, such as, marine organism scavenger hunts, an underwater obstacle course, a Sombrero Reef snorkel trip aboard a 40-foot catamaran called the “Spirit”.
Campers are provided with all marine programs & workbook, snorkel trip to Sombrero Reef, snorkel gear for the week, meals, Pidgeon Key T-shirt & water bottle, summer CD with pictures of their camp experience, and award certificate. Both Day & Overnight Camps are for ages 8-18.
Early registration is suggested, as space is limited and slots fill quickly.
Location: 1 Knights Key,Marathon
Dates : July through August
Hours: Day camp runs Mon-Fri 9-5, Overnight camp runs 9am Mon-5pm Fri
Tel: 305-509-0345
www.pigeonkey.net.
