2008
Marine Science Day Camps
for ages 5 to 13

Join us in our 8th year of summer camps at Herring Gut Learning Center! Our action-packed one day programs provide children ages 5 to 13 with a field-based marine science education combining just the right amount of facts with fun. The programs, which are customized to three different age groups, cover a wide range of marine ecosystems using a hands-on approach to learning. Campers spend time at both the HGLC campus and in the field at various marine locations. A typical day includes crafts and activities related to each program topic, lunch at the beach, salt marsh, or beside a tidal pool, and of course specimen identification, collection, and examination making use of the variety of scientific equipment available at the center. Families are welcome to join in directly following the program to explore our hatcheries and marine science area, or sign up for one of our new family camp adventures. Exciting programs, activities, and field sites all add up to a memorable coastal experience this summer. Sign up for one day, or many, as we aspire to instill curiosity and good stewardship of the ocean in a new generation of young people.

Camp runs from 9am to 3pm unless otherwise stated.

FAMILY DAY CAMPS

LIFE ON THE ROCKY SHORE
Ever go to the coast and wonder, what is that? We will provide you with your own basic identification guide and plenty of answers to your questions as we explore the shoreline.
July 26
August 12

IT'S A LOBSTER'S LIFE
Come learn all about lobsters and their "crusty" relatives. Bait and haul a lobster trap like the pros. Cook, dissect, and eat a lobster with your family.
July 18
August 9

CAMPS FOR AGES 5-7

MAD MARSH SCIENTIST
Grab your boots and join us in finding all the amazing plants and animals that live in Maine’s salt marshes. Check out the fishes, watch the birds, and have fun in this important habitat fit for a mad scientist.
July 7
July 17
August 183 SPOTS LEFT!

A WALK ON THE WATER SIDE
Learn how rain makes its way to the ocean, create clouds in a bottle, and splash in a local stream.
July 1
August 4
August 15CANCELLED

MYSTERIOUS, MUCKY MUD!
Do you like playing in the mud? Well, dig to discover what lives in our mudflats. Clams, slugs, worms, and more!
July 11
July 28 2 Spots Available!
August 8

OCEAN OLYMPICS
A fun filled day where scavenger hunts, crab style relays, beach games, and sand castle building are just the beginning!
July 31 FULL
August 14 FULL

MOLLUSCAN MANIA
What do periwinkles, mussels, squid and octopi all have in common? They are mollusks! Learn up close about these unique creatures and see how many of these you can find that call the Maine coast home.
June 30
July 10
August 21

LOOK WHAT WASHED UP WITH THE TIDE
Discover what creatures are left behind when the tide goes out. Identify and examine the critters that live in tidal pools and on the rocky shore.
July 9
July 24 FULL
August 72 SPOTS LEFT!

SEAWEED SALAD
Identify, “taste,” and create your own seaweed pressing to take home while learning about Maine’s popular type of algae.
July 29 FULL

ROCKIN' ROCKY SHORE
For all you rock lovers, we are going on an expedition to find out where the rocks and sand on the coast of Maine came from. Interested in living things too? Don’t worry, we will find plenty of creatures along the way.
July 3 3 SPOTS LEFT!
August 1

CAMPS FOR AGES 8-10

SEAWEED SALAD
Identify, “taste,” and create your own seaweed pressing to take home while learning about Maine’s popular type of algae.
July 2
July 22

CRABTASTIC CRUSTACEANS
Lobsters, crabs, and more oh my! Learn all about these fascinating creatures and find where they live.
July 30 3 SPOTS LEFT!
August 13

ROCKIN' ROCKY SHORE
Oh rock lovers, we are going on an expedition to find out where the rocks and sand on the coast of Maine came from. Interested in living things too? Don't worry, we will find plenty of critters along the way.
July 16

MUCH MORE THAN MUD!
Do you like playing in the mud? Well, dig to discover what lives in our mudflats. Clams, slugs, worms, and more!
July 252 SPOTS LEFT!
August 11

MAD MARSH SCIENTIST
Grab your boots and join us in finding all the amazing plants and animals that live in Maine’s salt marshes. Check out the fishes, watch the birds, and have fun in this important habitat fit for a mad scientist.
July 211 SPOT LEFT!
August 20

LIFE IN THE ROCKY INTER-TIDAL
Discover what creatures are left behind when the tide goes out. Identify and examine the critters that live in tidal pools and on the rocky shore.
July 8
August 6
August 22

MOLLUSCAN MADNESS
Learn up close how periwinkles, mussels, squid and octopi are related and see how many you can find that call the Maine coast home. Even have a chance to dissect a squid!
July 14FULL
July 23 FULL

MARINE INVADERS
Examine & learn about the many invasive species identified along Maine’s coast. See what you can find lurking on the docks and floats around Port Clyde!
July 15

CAMPS FOR AGES 11-13

DOWNSTREAM DETECTIVES
Join us on a trip along the St. George River. We’ll start our journey in Thomaston and make our way down to Port Clyde. Along the way we will stop and hike out to the shore, and learn about life in the river and water quality.
August 19

ISLAND EXPLORERS
Be part of an awesome overnight at historic Burnt Island off of Boothbay. Explore the island's many ecosystems, participate in a living history program and visit the Maine State Aquarium. Dormitory housing on Burnt Island. Meals will be coordinated with participants prior to the program date. Come join us for this incredible island adventure!
Meet at HGLC at 9:00 a.m. on 8/14; return to HGLC 4 p.m. 8/15
August 14-15th FULL

Things to Bring to Camp...

Sensible well-fitting shoes that can get wet, NO FLIP-FLOPS please! -Rubber boots are recommended for our "MUD" and "MARSH" programs/i>
Comfortable, appropriate clothing - The Maine coast can be windy, a bit chilly and rainy - bring a sweatshirt or light coat to be prepared. Clothes should be ones able to "get dirty." PLEASE pack a FULL extra change of clothes for the end of the day just in case.
Brown bag lunch and a snack - Be sure to pack something that will stand up to the summer sun, no refrigeration is available at field sites. Also remember plenty of liquids!
Sunscreen and a Wide-brimmed Hat applied before coming to camp and a Backpack for carrying belongings short distances.
Parental Permission and Health Forms - Our insurance requires these - no student may participate without them!
Emergency Medication - such as bee sting kits or inhalers - with instructions for the counselors please!

PROGRAM PRICING

Early bird registrations received on or before June 28, 2008 $30 per day.
Registrations received after June 28, 2008 $40 per day.
Family Days $50 per family, include number of participants on registration form

*NOTE: No Mail-in Registrations can be accepted after June 28th!*
Please call or visit us to register after this date.