Encountering new animals, trekking through the marsh, making new friends, and kayaking…
Encountering new animals, trekking through the marsh, making new friends, and kayaking (for older campers) are all highlights of the summer camp experience at the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher (NCAFF). Registration is open and scholarships are available for the 2024 Summer Camp at the Aquarium which runs from mid-June through mid-August, Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
Trained camp staff work to make every day a one-of-a-kind adventure for campers in age groups from 5-6, 7-8, 9-11, and 12-14.
“Our team is creative and passionate about sharing their love of conservation and marine life with young campers in a way that is exciting and fun,” said Karissa Bearer, education curator, NCAFF. “We get excited about the upcoming summer camp season too, and we look forward to experiencing their joy and listening to what they learned or loved about camp.”
NCAFF Summer Camp Categories
Aquanauts: Ages 5-6 become immersed in weekly topics through animal interaction, play, storytelling, crafts, and hands on outdoor activities.
Marine Detectives: Ages 7-8 use their investigative skills in animal programs, outdoor excursions, and interactive games to better understand new concepts.
Ocean Explorers: Ages 9-11 participate with staff in experiences outdoors, and behind the scenes at the Aquarium, to discover each weekly topic.
Coastal Crusaders: Ages 12-14 venture farther to explore different coastal environments and learn about animal collection. These campers also interact more directly with staff behind the scenes to assist with animal care.
The mission of the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher is to inspire appreciation and conservation of our aquatic environments. To achieve this mission, the Aquarium team is committed to giving a diverse community access to the enriching conservation experience unique to the Aquariums.
Scholarship Opportunities
The camper scholarship is made possible through a grant from Burroughs Wellcome, an organization supporting students, teachers, scientists, and institutions. Interested families, parents, or guardians are encouraged to review the scholarship application requirements:
Online and Drop-off Scholarship Application Deadline: Friday, March 29, 2024, by 5:00 p.m.
Application must be completed in full by the deadline.
Scholarships cover full cost of camp, including daily lunch, snacks, reusable water bottles, swim shirts, and backpacks. Scholarships do not cover transportation.
To apply for a camper scholarship, visit Summer Camper Scholarships at www.ncaquariums.com/summer-camper-scholarships-.
To register for summer camp, visit 2024 NCAFF Summer Camps at reservations.ncaquariums.com/fortfisher/Info.aspx?EventID=91.
