Coastal Studies
Coastal Studies Summer 2023
For information and updates, please contact Ashley Gesner, Lloyd Center Education/Outreach Specialist at summer@lloydcenter.org or at 774-628-9241.
Join the Lloyd Center for an exciting summer outdoors!
Animal collection, habitat investigations, and creature observation, are just a few of the activities offered through the 2023 Summer Programs. In its 42nd 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! Member prices apply to those holding a current Family (or higher level) membership.
Pre-registration is mandatory, and is first come, first served.
Please contact Ashley Gesner, Education/Outreach Specialist, for more information about the programs or available scholarships, at 774-628-9241 or summer@lloydcenter.org.
Lloyd Center Cancellation Policy
Requests for refunds/cancellations must be made in writing to ashley@lloydcenter.org by June 12, 2023, for all Lloyd Center Summer Programs.
ANIMAL INVESTIGATORS
9 to 12 years old
July 10 – July 14, 2023 Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Members $375 Non-members $425
Discover the diversity of creatures that call the Lloyd Center home. Get ready to get wet and muddy while on the hunt for amphibians and crabs. We will get sneaky searching for snakes and busy looking for bugs. We will have fun investigating how raptors hunt and try our hand catching some fish of our own in the estuary. Get ready for a wild adventure!
FOREST AND WETLANDS - Program is full; contact Ashley Gesner for wait list.
9 to 12 years old
July 24 - July 28, 2023 Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Members $375 Non-members $425
Join us this summer in exploring the area’s ponds, wetlands and forests. During this hands-on program learn about these habitats and how animals survive in the different conditions. We’ll venture into wetland environments looking for the creatures that live there. We will explore the forest and discover the animals that call it home. We will collect critters and learn how to set up tanks and terrariums!
COASTAL ECOLOGY - Program is full; contact Ashley Gesner for wait list
9 to 12 years old
July 31 - August 4, 2023 Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Members $375 Non-members $425
Explore the coastal environment while studying the salt marsh, estuary, sandy beach, and rocky shore. Emphasis is on environmental awareness and skill development. Hands-on activities and outdoor adventures await!
MARINE BIOLOGY - Program is full; contact Ashley Gesner for wait list.
9 to 12 years old
August 7 - August 11, 2023 Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Members $375 Non-members $425
Come explore the ocean and coastal ecosystems. Discover amazing adaptations of sea creatures - large and small. Collect live animals from the ocean while beach-combing. First-hand observation of creatures and marine life make learning fun!
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.