Ocean Learning Adventures

Applications are closed.

Program details

Ocean Learning Adventures is designed to get young people excited about their connections to the ocean. In the Ocean Learning Adventures (OLAs) week-long day camp, we'll explore a variety of environments and strengthen our connection to water.

Through unique hands-on learning experiences at and near the Aquarium, we'll dive deeper into the environmental connections around us, the natural relationships that hold us together, and the interconnectedness of seemingly different ecosystems. Together we’ll build a caring community that prioritizes wellbeing and safety while pushing ourselves to try new things, including supervised water activities.

OLAs is for all young people and is conducted bilingually (both English and Spanish). There is no language requirement—we welcome students of all backgrounds and identities. We encourage students to apply to the camp that feels right to them.

Camps are free, and transportation is provided from community locations in Watsonville, Salinas, Marina, and Seaside. Selections are made on a lottery system designed to ensure camps are representative of the demographics of Monterey County.

Requirements

• Grade level: Middle school (entering grades 6, 7, or 8 next school year)
• Ages: 11–3
• Attendance: Be available to attend all five days of camp

Important dates

This summer, we'll offer four OLAs camps during the following weeks:

• June 15–19 for boys and gender-expansive youth
• June 29–July 3 for girls and gender-expansive youth
• July 13–17 for all youth
• July 27–31 for all youth

We encourage students to apply to the camp that feels right to them.

How to apply

Applications are closed.

For more information, please email teenprograms@mbayaq.org.