Marine Exploration Camp
Georgia 4-H offers various summer camps, including Marine Exploration Camp at the Burton 4-H Center, focusing on marine science and coastal ecology for youth.
▌ Editor's read The Georgia 4-H website loads successfully and details various summer camp opportunities, including the Marine Exploration Camp at the Burton 4-H Center on Tybee Island. This camp is designed for youth in grades 6-8 and focuses on marine science and coastal ecology. The program is part of the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension, indicating a university-backed ownership structure. The website states that all camp staff, including counselors, undergo background checks and extensive training. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not published, the emphasis on staff training suggests a commitment to supervision. Google reviews for 'Georgia 4-H' are generally positive, with a rating of 4.8 stars from over 100 reviews, often praising the educational value and engaging activities. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. Social media handles for Georgia 4-H are @georgia4h on Instagram and 'georgia4h' on Facebook.
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University programRun by an academic institution
Who thrives here Ages 11–13
Marine Exploration Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. stem programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- University program
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 11–13
- Address: 9 Lewis Ave, Tybee Island, GA 31328, USA
- Cost notes: USD
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Marine Exploration Camp with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- STEM summer camps guide · Compare projects, staff fit, and age-readiness signals.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Marine Exploration Camp.
- Marine Resources Camp · Burton 4-H Center · Ages 12–14 · $480/week