Dive into Alaska’s marine ecosystems, discover marine animals, and build a connection to nature. Learn how you can make a difference by becoming a SeaLife Conservation Agent.  Each day kids will engage in hands-on games and activities, explore the amazing views and wildlife within Resurrection Bay, have a snack, and tour the Alaska SeaLife Center.  This a unique opportunity to learn about the wonders of Alaska in a socially interactive environment.  Each day has a theme ranging from animal metamorphosis, tide pool animals, whales, octopuses, otters, seals, Steller sea lions, puffins, and other seabirds.
 
Ages 8- 14
 
2 Camps Daily:
Morning Session 8:00 am-12:00 pm
Afternoon Session 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
The same program will be presented in the morning and the afternoon session. Please pick one.
 
Camp Dates: June 8th through July 30th.
 
Cost per Session: $49.95 plus tax per camper
 
Email for more information: summercamp@alaskasealife.org
 

 

 

Metamorphosis MondayMetamorphosis Monday

Transform your view of some of Alaska’s remarkable animals! Take an adventure through a salmon’s life cycle, explore flatfish transformation, go house hunting with a hermit crab, and become a master of disguise using the power of camouflage. 
 

 

                                                    Morning Session             Afternoon Session

 

 

 

Tidepool Tuesday

Tide Pool Tuesday

Life on the edge, between land and sea. Immerse yourself in a day in the life of Sea Stars, Crabs, Urchins, Sea Cucumbers, and Anemones. Discover the strength and diversity needed to survive this action-packed habitat and how they all live together in this thriving ecosystem.

 

                                                    Morning Session             Afternoon Session

 

 

 

 

Whale Hello There WednesdayWhale Hello There Wednesday

Plunge into the mysteries of Alaska’s whales. Explore their epic journeys, playful communication, and the creative teamwork of the giants of the sea.  Get a look into an Orca family's daily activity, discover how Humpbacks feed, and uncover the Belugas' unique adaptations and dynamic communication.

 

                                                    Morning Session             Afternoon Session

 

 

 

 

Invertebrate ThursdayInvertebrate Thursday

Octopi your mind with ink-credible fun! An escape artist and master of disguise uncover the secretive life of the octopus and other cryptic cephalopods. Drift through the lifecycle of the planet's greatest survivor, the jellyfish. Come and explore all kinds of incredible invertebrates that call our ocean home!

 

Morning Session             Afternoon Session

 

 

 

 

Otterly Fun FridayOtterly Fun Friday

What you otter know about growing up an otter! From Alaskan rivers to the wild ocean, learn about adaptations and experience how otters learn, grow, and survive. Plus, get a special look at our Wildlife Response team and the otters they have helped.

 

Morning Session             Afternoon Session


 

 

 

 

Sealy Saturday

Investigate the differences between seals and sea lions. Explore Steller sea lion rookeries and discover the hidden life of ice seals and what they mean to Alaska Natives. Get a glimpse at a day in the life of our mammologists, and how they take care of and train these amazing animals!

 

                                                       Morning Session             Afternoon Session

 

 

 

 

Seabird Sunday

Dive into the captivating world of puffins, sea ducks, and shorebirds. Discover what makes alcids specially adapted to the cold waters of the Northern Pacific! Be a scientist for a day, learn the bird-watching techniques, take a peek into mating and nesting rituals, and explore migration patterns.

 

Morning Session             Afternoon Session