UNCWMARINEQUEST

Informational Brochure

Summer Academic Enrichment Programs

Thank you very much for the

great educational

camp at UNCW! Once again our son had a great experience. We are grateful for your hard work

and your continued

dedication to great learning in

a safe environment.

- Carolyn M, parent

Half Day Camps Small Fry............................................................................... 2 Sea Squirts............................................................................ 3 Sea Safari.............................................................................. 4 Mermaids.............................................................................. 5 Sea Dawgs............................................................................. 6 Sea Chums............................................................................ 7 Sea Sibs................................................................................. 8 Junior Day Camps Coastal Cruisers.................................................................... 10 Sea Angels............................................................................. 11 Sea Devils.............................................................................. 12 Cape Crusaders..................................................................... 13 Sea Mates............................................................................... 14

Residential and Commuter Camps Coast Trek.............................................................................. 17 TECHNOcean.......................................................................... 19 Sea Sport Science Olympiad.................................................. 20 Shore Shots............................................................................ 21 Ocean Lab............................................................................... 22 Surf-n-Science Groms............................................................. 23 Surf-n-Science......................................................................... 23 Ocean CHEMystery................................................................. 25

Residential Dive Camps Dive Hawks.............................................................................. 29 Sea Shots.................................................................................. 31 MQ Scientific Diver.................................................................. 33 Sea GEMS................................................................................. 35 Sea LAB.................................................................................... 36 OCEANS.................................................................................. 37 Oceans-17............................................................................... 39

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HalfDay

CampsWhat a great

time William had at camp! From his

excitement, I believe that he

had a wonderful time. Not only

that - he learned a great deal and it

sparked his already great

interest in marine biology.

- Richard H, parent

Small FryAges 4 - 5

Hey small fry, think youre too little for MarineQuest? Heck no, youre just right for our big coastal pre-K adventure. Explore the mucky marsh and

salty sea as we discover all things fishy. See why a marsh is considered a nursery. Learn all about fish as you explore diets, food chains and habitats.

Investigate fish life cycles and see how fish grow and develop. Did you know that once baby fish can feed themselves, theyre called fry? You are

sure to be a big fish before this camp is over!.

Field Sites: Beach Marsh Fouling station Center for Marine

Science NC Aquarium

Activities: Special read-aloud ickyology book Observe marine organisms

up close Hands-on science experiments Go seining and dip netting Boat float through the

marsh Educational field games

and crafts

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Hi! My name is Moe, and Im the

MarineQuest mascot! Look for me throughout

this brochure for fun facts and safety tips!

Sea SquirtsAges 5 - 6

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Field Sites: Beach Marsh Fouling station Center for Marine Science NC Aquarium

Activities: Special read-aloud ickyology book Observe marine organisms up close Hands-on science experiments Go seining and dip netting Boat float through the marsh Educational field games and crafts

Your little squirts will enjoy our fun-filled camp for budding scientists interested in the field of ickyology, better known as invertebrate zoology. Theyll explore different marine habitats, discover some of the shelly, fishy, crusty, squishy and

scummy critters that live there, and learn about environmental issues that are impacting them - including the invasion of sea squirts!

Send your young adventurers on an exciting Sea Safari where they will discover the big game of our local marine environment. Theyll hunt for wild

animals that survive in our coastal habitats and find out how environmental issues are impacting them - all while learning about the field of vertebrate

zoology. At weeks end theyll document their safari observations in a photojournal presentation. Dont forget your passport!

Field Sites: Beach Marsh Fouling station Center for Marine Science NC Aquarium

Activities: Learn how to how to track and identify animals including whales and dolphins Birding at the marsh Go seining, dip netting and fishing Simple dissections Hands-on science experiments Enjoy a boat float through the marsh

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Ages 6 - 7Sea Safari

MermaidsAges 5 - 7

Calling all bathing beauties! Trade-in your legs for a tail fin and join us for a week of girl power

exploring coastal habitats, discovering plants and animals that live in them, and searching for any signs of mermaids. Investigate some of the environmental issues that bring mermaids to tears. Learn all about

the legend of the mermaid and the lore of the manatee.

Field Sites: Beach Marsh Fouling station Center for Marine Science NC Aquarium

Activities: Observe marine organisms up close and personal Learn how to identify dolphins and manatees Conduct hands-on science experiments comparing adaptations of land animals to marine Go seining and dip netting Hunt for mermaids purses Build fairy-tale princess sand castles Enjoy story-time featuring Mermaid legends

and lore

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Sea DawgsAges 5 - 7

Ahoy, Matey! Join us for a fun-filled week of mascu-line mayhem at the beach as we explore some of the legendary sailors of the seven seas. Discover crabby crustaceans, ornery oysters, stinky sea worms and

other nasty critters that inhabit our coastal environ-ment. Learn about NCs whaling history and get swal-

lowed up by all the fun - just make sure you dont end up in Davy Jones Locker!

Field Sites: Beach Marsh Fouling station Center for Marine Science NC Aquarium

Activities: Observe marine organisms up close and personal Learn how to identify whales and dolphins Explore coastal habitats Conduct hands-on science experiments Go seining, dip netting, and fishing Enjoy story-time featuring whales Make arts & crafts - including a whalers spyglass

and a model of a deep sea worm

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Wear sunscreen every day to protect your skin from UV

rays!

Sea ChumsAges 6 - 8

Hey Sea Chums - take the bait and get hooked on all things fishy! Explore the different habitats where

fish live and find out how their needs are met. Discover how the saltmarsh serves as a fish nursery and learn about life cycles. Monitor

weather patterns and research how they impact seasonal fish migrations. Investigate the differences

between fresh-water and salt-water fish and learn about buoyancy. Compare boney-fish to

cartilaginous fish (a big word for SHARK) in our anatomy lab. Discover the importance of yucky

fish slime during a catch and release session at the dock. Learn how even a kid like you can help

support sustainable fisheries

Activities: Learn how to how to monitor weather

patterns Go seining and dip netting in the

marsh Enjoy saltwater fishing Conduct simple dissections and

hands-on science experiments Study marine organisms life cycles.

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Sea Chums get to go to cool locations! The beach, marsh, fouling station, and Center for

Marine Science!

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Sea SibsAges 5 - 9

Enjoy a week of friendly family fun exploring the marine environment in this

buddy camp designed for siblings, cousins and family friends of different

ages. Big and little kids who are pals will have a great time together as they fish, seine, snorkel and discover our coastal

habitats. Explore ecological relationships while making some MarineQuest memories for your

family album!

Field Sites: Beach Marsh Fouling station Center for Marine Science

Activities: Play the Friday Family Feud game Boat float through the marsh Learn ecological relationships Go seining and dip netting in the marsh

JuniorDay

CampsMy daughter

Tess loved everything about her

experience at MarineQuest...

It was clear not only that she enjoyed

your program, but that she learned an

extraordinary amount.

- Deborah B,

parent

Coastal CruisersAges 7 - 8

Take a wild ride with MarineQuest and discover the migratory

species that cruise our coast. Track the movements of turtles, sharks, whales and dolphins as they travel

our shores. Learn how scientists use tagging, telemetry and

photo-identification to document different migratory species in our coastal waters. Experiment with

ocean currents and barrier island movement. Experiment with using a compass and drawing a map. By the end of the week youll be a certified

Coastal Cruiser, too.

Field Sites: Beach Marsh Bird Sanctuary Center for Marine Science NC Aquarium

Activities: Make a map and compass Learn how to use binoculars Go snorkeling in shallow sea grass

beds Go seining, dip netting and fishing Study marine organisms life cycles Study turtle nesting and sea level

rise Study the impact of overfishing on

shark populations Get swallowed up by a life size Right

Whale

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Sea AngelsAges 8 - 10

Join MarineQuest on an adventure to discover some of the heavenly creatures that inhabit the sea. Investigate the world of plankton. Discover what kind of organisms different zooplankton grow up to be.

Field Sites: Beach Marsh Fouling station Coquina rocky outcrop Center for Marine Science NC Aquarium

Activities: Go seining, dip netting and fishing Go snorkeling in shallow sea grass

beds Master microscope skills Get swallowed up by a life size Right

Whale!

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Try your hand at scientific illustration as you draw beautiful diatoms, the jewels of the sea. Youll be dazzled by the tiny star-like twinkling of bioluminescent plankton. Learn about the impacts of ocean acidification on creatures such as Sea Angels. Search for angel wing seashells on local beaches. Study some of your favorite cherubs, baby sea turtles. Learn about their life cycles and how you can become one of their guardian angels. Earn your wings this summer with Sea Angels camp.

Sea DevilsAges 8 - 10

The term Sea Devil is often

used to describe a Manta Ray!

Join MarineQuest for an adventure on the high seas! Discover why species such as the giant octopus, grey whales, stone fish and anglers

have all been called devil fish. Learn why some submarines were historically known as

devilfish and then build your own working model of one. Explore the natural world of

sharks, skates and rays including the giant

Field Sites: Beach Marsh Fouling station Coquina rocky outcrop Center for Marine Science NC Aquarium

Activities: Go seining, dip netting, fishing,

and snorkeling Dissect a squid Experience boogie board oceanography Get swallowed up by a life size

Right Whale!

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devil fish or manta ray. Learn about nautical myths and superstitions surrounding these creatures

and investigate the mystery behind Jenny Haniver. Youll have a devil of a good time at this camp.

Cape CrusadersAges 9 - 10

Calling all Super Heroes! Our coastal marine habitats need your help. The Marsh Marauder is

filling in our wetlands. The Beach Blaster is eroding our shoreline. And the Foul Fiend is polluting our

waterways. Whats a threatened or endangered species to do? Join the CEPA (Coastal

Environmental Protection Agency) and learn how you can use your super powers to help defeat the

Ten Most Wanted Villains of our marine environment.

Field Sites: Beach Marsh Fouling station Coquina rocky outcrop Center for Marine Science NC Aquarium Sea Turtle Hospital

Activities: Learn how to engineer a dune and protect sea turtle

nests Dissect simulated sea turtle stomachs Explore marsh mud Analyze water samples Learn about harmful algae Sort and identify marine debris Enjoy shallow water snorkeling Introduction to kayaking Go fishing Meet some real environmental crusaders and write

your own protection laws

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Sea matesAges 9 - 11

Activities: Learn how to engineer a dune and protect sea turtle

nests Dissect simulated sea turtle stomachs Explore marsh mud Analyze water samples Learn about harmful algae Sort and identify marine debris Enjoy shallow water snorkeling Introduction to kayaking Go fishing Meet some real environmental crusaders and write

your own protection laws

Hey, Sea Mates get ready to journey through time and space as we analyze how the forces of nature have created the coastal habitats we see today. You

and your mates will use the tools of meteorologists, oceanographers and paleontologists to explore our coastline and document how it has changed over

time. Investigate the effects of the Sun and Moon on ocean water movement and weather. Discover how water, wind and waves change our landscape.

Examine fossils and cores to find out what they can tell us about past environmental conditions. Identify adaptations that helped some of our key species survive coastal changes and learn how climate change is challenging their future. Along the way, you will solve some history mysteries like, How

did the seashell get inside a mountain? and Where did the barrier island go?

Field Sites: Beach Marsh Coquina rocky out-

crop Fossil quarry Sea Turtle Hospital Center for Marine

Science

Activities: Travel by boat to a barrier

island Go kayaking Participate in boogie board

oceanography Take core samples for geologic analysis Analyze water samples Monitor and interpret weather data

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Residential & Commuter

CampsI wanted to go into a marine science career

and I now know much more about what field I really want to go in to. Thanks again for

all the insight you gave me and all the hard work you put into your program.

Keep up the great work!

-Haley, camper

Coast TrekAges 10 - 12

Join MarineQuest as we travel back in time to the age of giant prehistoric sharks and discover how North Carolinas coast has

changed over the years. While time traveling through our coastal habitats back to the future, Trekkies will use the tools of

oceanography, meteorology and paleontology to experience first-hand how hurricanes and other forces of nature have

created the coastline that we see today. Discover some of the key marine

organisms inhabiting our coastal waters and learn about the importance of conserving

our coastline for sustainable fisheries.

Field Sites: Beach Marsh Fouling station Coquina outcrop Cape Fear River Fossil quarry NOAA weather station Local TV station Snows Cut Center for Marine Science

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Never swim alone! Always

bring a buddy and make sure there is

a lifeguard on duty.

Activities: Travel by boat to a barrier island Go kayaking Participate in boogie board oceanography Use shallow water snorkeling to observe coastal erosion Improve your map skills Learn how to use GPS to make a beach profile and mapping marine

debris Take core samples for geologic analysis Use weather instruments Build a model wind turbine Try surf fishing Focus on a different marine species and their interaction with the

physical environment

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TECHNOceanAges 10 - 13

Join MarineQuest as we explore the exciting fields of marine technology and coastal environmental engineering. Tour the Battleship North Carolina with

marine engineers, and discover why gyroscopes are necessary on a ship. Learn how the Army Corps of Engineers help to create artifical reefs out of sunken

ships. Assemble and operate working ROVs to explore under water. Engineer a simple hydrophone to listen to the sounds of the sea. Travel by boat to an

undeveloped barrier island and learn how scientists use global satellite positioning (GPS) to track ocean animals. Investigate the effectiveness of natural and artificial barriers that engineers use to protect our coastlines.

Research the pros and cons of coastal wind energy while building a working wind turbine. This camp is designed to engineer ocean tech fun!

Field Sites: Undeveloped barrier island Coastal habitats Beach Marsh Fouling communities Center for Marine Science Battleship North Carolina Other marine locations

Activities: Learn how scientists track marine animals

through satellite global positioning Use GPS tracking to find simulated animal

nesting areas Discover the sounds under the sea as you

build your own hydrophone Learn how engineers create artificial reefs Use waterproof drop cameras to survey the

diversity around fouling communities Participate in boogie board oceanography,

and shallow water snorkeling

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Sea Sport Science OlympiadAges 11 - 14

Spend a week diving into ocean sports and preparing for the upcoming Science Olympiad season. Snorkel, surf, kayak and boogie board your way

to scientific principles that can help you successfully compete in Olympiad events such as bridges, dynamic planet, meteorology, fossils, road

scholar and crave the wave. Each morning you will be out in the field using sea sports to gain information that can help you with that days specific event. Afternoons will be devoted to building, practicing and competing.

This camp is sure to be a gold medal winner!

Field Sites: Beach Marsh Intracoastal waterway Fouling station Coquina outcrop Center for Marine Science

Activities: Go kayaking in the intracoastal waterway Participate in boogie board oceanography Shallow water snorkeling to observe coastal

erosion Improve your map skills Learn how to use GPS Use weather instruments Try surfing Gain practice in at 6 science olympiad

events

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Shore ShotsAges 12 - 16

Are you a fan of Animal Planet, National Geographic or the Discovery Channel? Ever considered a career as a photojournalist? If so, our camp for aspiring

videographers might appeal to you. Document environmental topics related to our marine habitats

using digital photography, video recordings and underwater images to create your own public service

announcement that will move your audience to appreciate and protect our coastal environment.

Debut your PSA as well as your other photographic work at the Friday premiere.

Field Sites: Variety of marine habitats Center for Marine Science Sea Turtle Hospital Bird sanctuary

Activities: Explore different marine habitats and observe

human impacts on them Go kayaking, snorkeling and wading Boat to a a barrier Island and experience a natural undeveloped barrier island Learn how to create a storyboard Develop your editing skills and make a public

service announcement

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Ocean LabAges 13 - 14

Spend a week at Ocean Lab immersing yourself in the fantastic field of marine biology. Explore the

biodiversity of the ocean, from the tiniest microbes to the largest whale, and discover some of the key

species inhabiting our coastal waters, including sharks, sea turtles, whales and local fishes. Learn

about conservation efforts focused on key species. Investigate the important role that ocean

chemistry, geology and physics play in supporting marine life while conducting field studies in that

great big outdoor lab we call an ocean.

Field Sites: Variety of marine

habitats Ocean research

cruise Masonboro Island Sea Turtle Hospital Center for Marine

Science Other marine facilities

Activities: Research cruise Vomparative fish, arthropod, mollusk, and echinoderm dissections Go kayaking. marsh seining,

and shallow water snorkeling Participate in boogie board

oceanography Take core samples for benthic invertebrate analysis Analyze water samples Tour sea turtle hospital Explore rocky outcrops

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Surf-n-Science &Surf-n-Science GromsAges 14 - 17 & 10 - 13

Get stoked for a swell week of learning the science behind surfing while you rip it up on the

big blue ocean with MarineQuests dynamic program Surf-n-Science Groms. This week long

surfing intensive program has paired surfing with marine science to provide young marine

enthusiasts the opportunity to develop surfing skills while gaining a real education in modern marine science. Learn how marine science has

inspired the way surfing has developed into the amazing sport it is today. Explore ocean physics

and board design, create your own surf art project, and compete in a MarineQuest beginners surfing contest. Familiarize yourself with surfing and paddleboarding equipment, techniques, and safety while gaining the skills needed to become

a lifelong surfer. You will leave Surf-n-Science Groms with a surfers tan, a scientists brain, and a

smile on your face!

Dont Litter! Help out by

picking up garbage and putting it in

the trash.

Field Sites: Wrightsville Beach Kure Beach UNCW Center for Marine

Science Coastal Ecosystems

Activities: Daily surfing lessons Experience paddle boarding Interaction with surfing professionals Beach trips Beginners surfing contest Discussions on coastal/shoreline issues,

ocean chemistry, and marine life Surf art project

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Ocean CHEMysteryAges 15 - 17

Discover the underlying chemical basis for some of the oceans most mysterious

environmental challenges. Why do sharks contain mercury? Why do whales have

blisters? Why are corals dissolving? Experiment with analytical techniques that forensic chemists use to solve these kinds of mysteries. Learn how chemicals cycle through our atmosphere, lithosphere and hydrosphere to impact life in the ocean.

Understand the importance of ocean chemistry for all biological lifeforms.

Investigate the chemical basis for different types of marine pollution. Explore a variety of coastal habitats while collecting data to

monitor the marine environment.

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Field Sites: Ocean research cruise Beach, fouling community, marsh Rocky outcrops Cape Fear River Center for Marine Science and aquacul-

ture center

Activities: Interact with UNCW scientists involved in

ocean monitoring Experiment in university labs Learn how to use field equipment for sampling and analysis of water and sediments Monitor potential algal blooms Go kayaking and shallow water snorkeling Partcipate in boogie board oceanography

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Over the past 300 million years, ocean

pH has been slightly basic,

averaging about 8.2

I had such an amazing time and I learned so much from everything that we did in Oceans-17.

It was such an amazing experience and Im so glad

that I did it.

- Adena S, camper

Dive Camps

Dive Hawks

Dive into the world beneath the sea with MarineQuests deeply rewarding Dive Hawks program. This week long dive intensive marine science

experience will provide serious teen marine enthusiasts with an opportunity to earn their open water dive certification with which they will

explore the oceans amazing aquatic life, beautiful artificial reefs and historical ship wrecks. Learn how SCUBA has changed the way marine scientists study the ocean through underwater research techniques. Explore the careers of an underwater archeologist, media diver, and scientific diver. Familiarize yourself with SCUBA equipment, diving

techniques, and dive safety while gaining the skills needed to become a confident diver. Dive Hawks is more than just a way to get SCUBA certified,

it is an opportunity to open your eyes to new depths in modern marine science!

Ages 14 - 17

Field Sites: NC Underwater Archaeology Center UNCW Center for Marine Science Stone Tug Wreck Old Dredge Wreck Snorkel Excursion Wrightsville Beach Kure Beach

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Activities: Opportunity to earn your Open Water Diver Certification (includes three class sessions, two pool sessions, two confined water dives and two ocean dives) Enjoy an amazing 1:4 student to Dive

Instructor / Dive Master ratio providing personal attention, increased safety, and training tips Interaction with professional divers

and learn about diving careers Discussions on local marine life and

local invasive species (Lion Fish) Beach trips, boat trips and more!

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Jacques Cousteau invented Scuba gear in 1943,

calling his cylinder the aqualung

Sea Shots

Are you a fan of Animal Planet, National Geographic or the Discovery Channel? Ever

wonder what it would be like to document the underwater world yourself? Join MarineQuest and

explore the ocean through a new lens as you become an expertly trained and certified

Digital Underwater Photographer! While diving into this exciting underwater world

professional dive instructors will work with you to improve your buoyancy and navigation skills as

you set off to complete an underwater exploration project using digital photography. Whether you are completing a photo journal of

local marine life or doing a photo documentation of local shipwrecks, your chosen project will provide you with the opportunity to think,

observe and document like a real marine scientist. Learn editing techniques. All Sea Shooters will

exhibit their final projects at the end of the week as they share their new discoveries.

Ages 14 - 17

Field Sites: Stone Tug Old Dredge the Markham The infamous Hyde Dredge Various local marine habitats UNCW Center for Marine Science Wrightsville Beach and more!

Activities: Enjoy six dives with an amazing 1:4

student to dive master / instructor ratio providing personal attention and training tips

Opportunity to earn Digital Underwater Photographer Specialty Diver

certification Complete an underwater exploration

project Interact with professional dive instructors as they work with you to improve your buoyancy skills Learn about underwater navigation,

underwater photography, lighting fundamentals, underwater composition and equipment maintenance and care Gain experience with post-processing

photos using computers Test your diving skills with an introduction to underwater videography Exploration projects may include discussions on local marine life, local invasive species, marine conservation issues and more

Connect with the ocean like never before while you develop diving skills that will have you well

on your way towards becoming a scientific scuba diver. Serious marine enthusiasts will learn

about, and work towards, becoming future scientific divers in this unique program. Enjoy diving places that SCUBA diving magazine has

called a world-class collection of wrecks while you develop skills necessary to achieve this

diving status. Obtain various applicable certifications and be halfway towards the

minimum number of dives required to become a scientific diver at many professional

organizations. You will leave the MarineQuest Scientific Diver program with an arsenal of new skills and abilities applicable to scientific diving as well as the knowledge and training needed to

be a better, safer, well-educated diver, and so much more!

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Richard Presley spent 69 days and 19 minutes in an

underwater module setting the record

for the longest deep dive

MarineQuest Scientific DiverAges 15 - 17

Field Sites: Stone Tug Old Dredge Markham The infamous Hyde Dive the beautiful 8-mile and 23-mile ledges Trips to various local marine habitats including salt marshes, beaches, protected estuary reserves UNCW Center for Marine Science Fort Fisher Aquarium.

Activities: Enjoy TEN dives with an amazing 1:4

student to Dive Instructor / Dive Master ratio providing personal attention and training tips Opportunity to earn a distinctive specialty diving certification, nitrox diver certification, and DAN oxygen first aid for scuba diving injuries certification Interact with professional dive instructors as they work with you develop and refine skills most applicable to a scientific diver Participate in an underwater fish count

for the REEF volunteer survey project Meet and learn from a UNCW research/scientific diver; Kayak through the estuary

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Sea GEMSAges 12 - 14

Swim in the wake of some truly inspirational marine scientists as you explore the

contributions women have made to our understanding of the ocean. Discover their

scientific achievements and learn how they have changed the way we explore the marine

environment. Begin your own journey from bikini to wetsuit by participating in a research

cruise, operating an ROV, investigating morphological and behavioral adaptations in

marine life, and exploring Discover Scuba Diving. Did you know female faculty, associates, and students at UNCW are actively conducting

research on topics such as marine mammals, sea turtles, corals, antarctic penguins, sharks, and moreand include an original member of the all-woman aquanauts team who served on the

Tektite II mission? Meet and learn from some of these ocean jewels with Sea GEMS!

Field Sites: Ocean research cruise Dive pool session Field trips to the beach UNCW Center for Marine Science Other marine facilities

Activities: Participate in a research cruise Get real hands-on experience with

some of the latest research tools such as Vernier probeware and data

collectors Try out diving by participating in a

PADI Discover SCUBA diving course Operate a Remotely Operated Vehicle

(ROV) as you explore ocean technology Learn how to map the ocean floor and

analyze side scan sonar data Develop skills and confidence in leadership roles Discover the accomplishments of women in marine science Meet inspirational female marine scientists

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Sea LABAges 12 - 14

The ocean is the largest unexplored place on Earthless than 5% of it has been explored. The next generation of explorers and researchers will find great

opportunities for discovery, innovation, and investigation. You can begin your journey to become one of these explorers with Sea LAB. Review the

achievements of early explorers and learn how they changed the way we explore the marine environment. Investigate the fields of marine technology

and engineering during a research cruise. Study morphological adaptations of the marine specimens you collect. Use technology to visualize the ocean floor and analyze the water column. Learn the importance of ocean monitoring by deploying a small working buoy to collect data. From SCUBA to AUVs, ocean exploration has challenged men for decades. You can meet this challenge by spending a day with Discover Scuba Diving and learning how to handle an

ROV. Who knows, you might become the next Jacques Cousteau?

Field Sites: Ocean research cruise with an emphasis on marine technology Coastal habitat exploration by kayak Field trips to the beach, marsh Center for Marine Science

Activities: Hands-on experience with tools such

as GPS hand-held units, Vernier probeware and data collectors Participate in a research cruise Map the ocean floor and analyze side

scan sonar data Build your own energy machine Learn about buoy designs from coastal

ocean professionals Participating in a Discover SCUBA diving course Meet, interact with, and learn from inspirational UNCW research scientists and professional divers Complete a meaningful service learning project

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OCEANSAges 15 - 16

Think you want to be a marine biologist? How about an oceanographer? Maybe you prefer marine technology specialist? You can check out your

career options at our program designed to let you step into the swim fins of different types of marine scientists. Gain first-hand experience using a

variety of field equipment to collect data and monitor the marine environment. Participate in a full day research cruise to collect specimens

and learn how to use aboard ship instruments. Try out diving by participating in a PADI Discover SCUBA diving course - no prior experience necessary. Discover how underwater remotely operated vehicles support

ocean exploration and try your hand at flying our Video Ray. Youll be amazed by

the career options marine science has for you!

Field Sites: Six-hour research cruise on the ocean Trip to an undeveloped barrier island Field trips to beach, marshes, fouling station, rocky intertidal zone Sea turtle hospital Aquaculture lab Rock fossil quarry Center for Marine Science, and other marine facilities

Activities: Build a remotely operated vehicle

(ROV) and complete an underwater mission

Interact with UNCW research scientists Explore a variety of marine habitats

while performing a comparative biological study Experience scuba diving in confined

water during a PADI discover scuba diving course

Do transect analysis while snorkeling Conduct field research using Vernier

LabQuest hand-held computers Plot marine debris and perform a

beach profile using GPS Analyze phytoplankton and chlorophyll data for a NOAA sponsored program Analyze side scan sonar and CTD

probe data Participate in marine animal dissections Study wave formation with boogie

board oceanography Take a surf lesson

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Oceans-17 Activities: Complete a research project and learn

how to put a professional presentation together

Complete a community service project that benefits the marine environment

Interact with UNCW research scientists and professional divers

Opportunities to earn either your open water or advanced diver certification

Enjoy six dives safely with an amazing 1:4 student to Dive Instructor/Master ratio providing personal attention and training tips

Conduct field research using Vernier LabQuest hand-held data collectors

Explore the field of marine biotechnology using gel electrophoresis and DNA studies Examine antifouling agents and their

response to the environment Work with a professional ROV Explore the field of marine biotechnology Participate in fish community studies,and underwater transect analysis while snorkeling Analyze phytoplankton and chlorophyll data for a NOAA sponsored program Participate in boogie board oceanography Take a surf lesson

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Oceans -17Age 17

Oceans-17 provides serious marine science enthusiasts with the chance to conduct lab and field based experimental research and participate in community service projects that benefit our marine environment. In

addition to terrestrial and wetland studies, students will dive into the ocean and learn

the ins and outs of scientific SCUBA in either an open water diver or advanced open water diver certification course.

Students will use these new skills to collect and interpret data that supports current

research being conducted by scientists at UNCW. In between their research students

will enjoy kayaking, surfing, boogie boarding, boating, snorkeling and more!

Field Sites: Ocean based research cruises Scuba diving trips to offshore artificial reef shipwrecks Field trips to beaches, marshes,

fouling station, rocky intertidal zone

Marine technology facility UNCW research labs UNCWs Center for Marine Science Fort Fisher Aquarium Other marine facilities

Know basic water safety, and how to avoid and survive

dangerous situations like rip

currents!

UNCWMARINEQUEST

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Half Day Camps Small Fry: 6/29 - 7/2, 8/3 - 8/7 Sea Squirts: 6/22 - 6/26, 7/6 - 7/10, 7/20 - 7/24 Sea Safari: 6/22 - 6/26, 7/6 - 7/10, 7/20 - 7/24 Mermaids: 6/15 - 6/19, 7/13 - 7/17, 7/27 - 7/31 Sea Dawgs: 6/15 - 6/19, 7/13 - 7/17, 7/27 - 7/31 Sea Chums: 6/29 - 7/2, 8/3 - 8/7 Sea Sibs: 6/29 - 7/2, 8/3 - 8/7 Junior Day Camps Coastal Cruisers: 6/22 - 6/26, 7/6 - 7/10, 7/20 - 7/24 Sea Angels: 6/15 - 6/19, 7/13 - 7/17, 7/27 - 7/31 Sea Devils: 6/15 - 6/19, 7/13 - 7/17, 7/27 - 7/31 Cape Crusaders: 6/22 - 6/26, 7/6 - 7/10, 7/20 - 7/24 Sea Mates: 6/29 - 7/2, 8/3 - 8/7

Residential and Commuter Camps Coast Trek: 6/14 - 6/19, 6/21 - 6/26, 7/5 - 7/10, 7/12 - 7/17, 7/19 - 7/24, 7/26 - 7/31 TECHNOcean: 7/12 - 7/17, 7/26 - 7/31 Sea Sport Science Olympiad: 6/21 - 6/26, 7/19 - 7/24 Shore Shots: 6/27 - 7/2 Ocean Lab: 6/14 - 6/19, 6/21 - 6/26, 7/5 - 7/10, 7/12 - 7/17, 7/19 - 7/24, 7/26 - 7/31 Surf-n-Science Groms: 6/14 - 6/19, 7/5 - 7/10, 7/26 - 7/31 Surf-n-Science: 6/21 - 6/26, 7/12 - 7/17, 7/19 - 7/24 Ocean CHEMystery: 6/27 - 7/2

Residential Dive Camps Dive Hawks: 6/14 - 6/19, 7/5 - 7/10, 7/19 - 7/24, 7/26 - 7/31 Sea Shots: 7/12 - 7/17 MQ Scientific Diver: 6/21 - 6/30 Sea GEMS: 6/27 - 7/2 Sea LAB: 6/27 - 7/2 OCEANS: 6/14 - 6/26, 7/5 - 7/17, 7/19 - 7/31 Oceans-17: 6/21 - 7/10, 7/12 - 7/31

2015 Camp Dates