Summer Programs
Chesapeake Bay Kayak Camp
Children (aged 6-15) gain a new and exciting appreciation for the Chesapeake Bay during these week-long full or half day programs. Over 75 kids participated in the summer 2007 camps that were held in partnership with Seaford Yacht Club (Yorktown) and Crown Pointe Marina (Gloucester).
Family discounts are available!
Camp Activities include:
- Daily kayak paddles
- Beach seining, fishing and crabbing
- Nature scavenger hunts
- Bay crafts including fish printing
- Games including Bay Jeopardy and Chesapeake Bay Bingo
- "Critter of the Week"
- Map and journal activities and MORE!
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"Kayak camp was one of the highlights of my son's summer. Jill kept him thoroughly challenged and engaged every day of the week, and all the participants learned so much about the Chesapeake ecosystem. It's great to see kids enjoying this remarkable natural resource that surrounds us here in Tidewater!"
(Marjy Friedrichs, parent)
Half-Day Programs
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The half-day program is designed to be age-appropriate and allows kids to experience the Chesapeake Bay in a positive and fun atmosphere. Maximum group size for each week is 14 campers. |
| Duration: |
9 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. Monday-Friday |
| Ages: |
6-8 years old |
| Cost: |
$125 ($65 due at registration) |
| Location(s): |
Seaford Yacht Club (Yorktown) |
| Dates: |
June 30-July 4
THIS CAMP IS FULL! |
Full-Day Programs
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The full-day program is designed to fun and educational and requires more paddling than the half-day camp-allowing wonderful opportunities to see local creeks and rivers adjacent to the facilities. Maximum group size for each week is 14 campers. |
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"This camp was awesome! I loved kayaking and crabbing and fishing and seining, and just being on the water every day. I can't wait to go again next year!"
(Will Friedrichs, age 9)
| Duration: |
9 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday |
| Ages: |
9-12 years old |
| Cost: |
$200 ($100 deposit due at registration) |
| Location/Dates: |
Seaford Yacht Club (Yorktown): (June 23-27 is FULL), (August 4-8 is FULL), and (August 11-15 is FULL) |
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Crown Pointe Marina (Gloucester): July 14-18 |
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Queens Creek (Williamsburg): (July 28-August 1 is FULL) |
Teen Full-Day Programs (NEW FOR 2008!!)
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This new program for 2008 will allow young adults to experience the Chesapeake Bay at a more rigorous pace. Each day of the week-long camp brings the campers up-close and personal with rivers that are fresh, brackish, salt, urban or rural. An emphasis will be placed on longer paddles and most activities will take place in the field. Maximum group size for each week is 12 campers.
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| Duration: |
9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday |
| Ages: |
12-15 years old |
| Cost: |
$225 ($100 deposit due at registration) |
| Location(s): |
Seaford Yacht Club (Yorktown) THIS CAMP IS FULL! |
| Dates: |
July 7-11 |
Mini-Camps
These one-day and two-day programs are scheduled several times throughout the year, usually during scheduled off-school days (i.e. Election Day). Kids of all ages can participate in a fun and educational day in and on the water. Exact locations and times may vary.
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| Duration: |
One-Day and Two-Day |
| Ages: |
6-12 years old |
| Cost: |
$55 - one-day programs
$85 - two-day programs
(includes instruction, supplies, equipment and snack) |
| Location(s): |
New Quarter Park (Williamsburg) |
| 2008 Dates: |
One-Day Programs:
Saturday, June 21st 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM - Ages 6-8 and 9-12
Saturday, August 16th 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM - Ages 6-8 and 9-12
Saturday, September 6th 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM - Ages 6-8 and 9-12
Two-Day Programs:
Tuesday/Thursday, July 1st and 3rd 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM - Ages 6-8
Tuesday/Thursday, July 8th and 10th 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM - Ages 8-12
Tuesday/Thursday, July 15th and 17th 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Ages 6-8
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Kayak Kids
Join The Mariners' Museum and Chesapeake Experience for a week of fun on Lake Maury and the James River. This full day camp includes daily kayak excursions, crabbing, seining, fishing, species identification, nature walks, scavenger hunts, bay crafts, games, and more as middle-schoolers gain a new and exciting appreciation for the Chesapeake Bay and the natural surroundings of The Mariners' Museum. |
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| Duration: |
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday |
| Ages: |
Rising 7th - 9th Graders |
| Cost: |
TBA |
| Location(s): |
Mariner's Museum (Newport News) |
| 2008 Dates: |
August 4 - 9 |
Special thanks to our partners, the Seaford Yacht Club and Crown Pointe Marina for all of their support. |
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