Summer
Summer is the time to explore and enjoy the outdoors!
Marine Science Camp for K-8th grades is a wonderful way for children to excite their curiosity and enthusiasm for learning about, and caring for, the environment. Whether they are getting introduced to marine science, or are diving into a subject that they are already passionate about, campers are inspired by interactions with live animals and taking part in science in action. This summer program engages budding biologists with creative, active and hands-on projects that keep their bodies and minds active. Lead by our experienced science instructors, campers discover local habitats and animals at our Redwood City site and while aboard our research vessel, the Robert G. Brownlee. Make science come alive this summer!
Early registration opens for current MSI Members January 11.
Become a Member and secure your first-choice camp session!
Regular registration opens to the community February 1 at 10:00 AM.
Please read the Summer Marine Science Camp FAQs for important information such as modifications for COVID-19, what to expect at camp, cancellation and refund policy, and much more.
Apply for financial support via the Marine Science Camp Scholarship Fund.

PLANKTON
PIONEERS
entering K - 1st grade
Cost:
$550 per 1-week session
(includes 1 day on boat, 4 days at MSI)
Dates:
June 28-July 2
July 12-16
Times:
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
MARINE
EXPLORERS
entering 2nd - 5th grade
Cost:
$1200 per 2-week session
(includes 2 days on boat, 8 days at MSI)
Dates:
June 14-25
June 28-July 9
July 5-16
July 19-30
August 2-13
Times:
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
UNDERWATER
INVESTIGATORS
entering 6th - 8th grade
Cost: $700 per 1-week session
(incudes 2 days on boat - no overnight,
2 days canoeing, 1 day at MSI)
Dates:
June 28-July 2
July 12-16
Times:
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Mon - Fri
June 14-August 13
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Grades K - 8th
Price varies per camp
Questions? Contact
All sessions will consist of stable groups of no more than 12 students with dedicated staff members. Each group will remain separated to avoid intermixing of other students and staff, and big group gatherings.
All staff and participants are required to wear masks.
Face covering exceptions will be made to those with sensory complications or other issues which make wearing masks or face coverings challenging.