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Ages 4-15 can explore the ocean from top to bottom this summer!

Summer Learning Adventure Camps 2010

Accredited by the American Camp Association

From the classroom to the seashore, our accredited Summer Learning Adventure Camps merge scientific exploration with hands-on fun and learning. Campers investigate marine habitats, create ocean art projects, learn about careers in oceanography, and combine the science and sports of surfing and snorkeling, all while making new friends and memories

Register Online! (Priority member registration begins Tuesday, March 9. General registration begins Tuesday, March 16.)

>>Download the 2010 Summer Camp Brochure (PDF)

Grades Pre K-Kindergarten
  • Sea Squirts
  • Sea Slugs
  • Octopus’ Garden
Grades 1-2
  • Only One Ocean
  • Sea Babies
  • Shark Bites
Grades 2-3
  • Seaside Explorers Camp
  • Ocean Arts Explorers Camp
  • Sea Myths
Grades 4-6
  • Snorkel Camp
  • Shark Encounters
  • Marine Biologist for a Week
  • Ocean Adventures Camps
Grades 7-9
  • So, You Want To Be An Oceanographer?
  • Science Around San Diego
  • Surfing into Science

American Camp Association (ACA) Accreditation

American Camp Association accreditation American Camp Association accreditation means that Birch Aquarium at Scripps undergoes a thorough review of its operations for compliance with up to 300 health, safety, and program-quality standards—from staff qualifications and training to emergency management. By enrolling your child in our ACA-accredited camp, you can be assured that it provides:

  • Healthy, developmentally appropriate activities and learning experiences
  • Discovery through experiential education
  • Caring, competent role models
  • Service to the community and the environment
  • Opportunities for leadership and personal growth

For more information about ACA, visit acacamps.org

Kids Included Together

Kids Included Together Birch Aquarium at Scripps is partnering with Kids Included Together (KIT), a nationwide program that provides the staff of summer-camp programs with training and support for including children with and without disabilities. For more information, visit kitonline.org.