Coastal Studies
Coastal Studies 2019
For students entering grades 3-8
Join the Lloyd Center for an exciting summer outdoors! Animal collection, habitat investigations, and fishing are just a few of the activities offered through the 2019 Summer Programs. In its 38th season, the Lloyd Center’s Summer Programs are designed to give motivated students an opportunity to explore different aspects of environmental science.
All sessions include field study, laboratory work, and fun!
Scholarships are available; please contact Ashley Gesner, Education/Outreach Specialist, for more information at 774-628-9241 or summer@lloydcenter.org.
Member prices apply to those holding a current Family (or higher level) membership.
WETLAND WONDERS
3rd – 5th Grades
July 15th – July 19th
9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Members $325 Non-members $375
Do you love exploring? Grab your boots and join us as we become field biologists for a week! Tromp through muddy salt marshes and discover who’s living in fresh water habitats. Collect, observe, and interact with live animals and help real-life scientists! Go nature!
TIDAL SURGE: THE OCEAN AND CLIMATE CHANGE
4th – 6th Grades
July 22nd – July 26th
9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Members $300 Non-members $350
Passionate about the ocean and its creatures? Join us for a saltwater-drenched week of field trips, discussions, experiments, and more. Discover the ways in which climate change can affect local coastal habitats… and become part of the solution!
FOREST EXPLORERS
3rd – 5th Grades
August 5th – August 9th
9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Members $325 Non-members $375
What’s in the woods? Join us in investigating 82-acres of maritime forest. We will learn what plants make up the forest, search for insects, seek out amphibians, listen for birds, and learn which mammals call it home. Get ready for an adventure!
MARINE BIOLOGY
6th – 8th Grades
August 12th – August 16th
9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Members $325 Non-members $375
Come join us as we explore the lush local estuarine and beach ecosystems! Collect live animals from the ocean while beachcombing. Observe various adaptations coastal organisms use to survive and thrive. First-hand observation of creatures and marine fun make this program a splash!
Please contact Ashley Gesner, Education/Outreach Specialist, for more information at 774-628-9241 or summer@lloydcenter.org. Member prices apply to those holding a current Family (or higher level) membership.