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Manatee Marine Explorers Day Camp
August 9, 2019 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
$25For Kids Only (Suggested ages 8 through 12 years)
Do you love the ocean? Are you between 8 and 12 years old? Then this camp is for you!
Learn what is like to be a Marine Scientist with us at the Manatee Marine Explorers Day Camp.
Students will become official “Manatee Marine Explorers” as they are introduced to the marine environment and conduct citizen scientist activities. Campers will investigate local biology and conservation with Dr. Angela Collins, Florida Sea Grant Agent, who will help Explorers collect water samples and filter them looking for pollutants. Environmental Horticulture Agent, Michelle Atkinson, will introduce the importance of clean water and lead students through a lesson in dip-netting local critters at Emerson Point. Through hands-on activities, campers will use STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) skills to discover facts about our local marine environment.
Hands-on activities include:
- Kayak tour
- Nature walk
- Dip netting in knee-deep water
- Filtering and investigating water samples
Seating is limited to 25 participants, so reserve your space today!
Please bring a spare set of shoes and clothes that can get wet. Students will be wading in the water in the afternoon.
All students are required to complete participation forms (please print and bring with you on the day of camp.)
Lunch and snacks will be provided. Should your child have special dietary requirements please plan to provide their snacks and lunch.
FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Yes, students must be between 8 and 12 years of age. All Students are required to have a completed set of participation forms.
What’s the refund policy?
Tickets are refundable up to 30 days prior to the event (July 10 is the last day you can receive a refund).
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No, you do not need to bring your ticket but you DO need to complete the participation forms.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Please contact Angela Collins (abcollins@ufl.edu), Michelle Atkinson (michelleatkinson@ufl.edu) or call Manatee County Extension 941-722-4524 and ask for Angela Collins or Michelle Atkinson.
Registration required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/manatee-marine-explorers-day-camp-2019-tickets-62918034535