Marine Resources Camp
The Marine Resources Camp, offered by Fulton County 4-H, provides an immersive overnight experience for 6th-8th graders focused on marine science and coastal...
▌ Editor's read The Marine Resources Camp is an overnight program for 6th-8th graders, hosted by the University of Georgia Extension's Fulton County 4-H program. The website, extension.uga.edu/county-offices/fulton/4-h-youth-development/summer-camp.html, loads successfully and details the camp's focus on marine science and coastal ecology at Tybee Island. The camp is priced at $480 and includes transportation, lodging, meals, and activities. While specific staff-to-camper ratios are not listed, the site mentions that all UGA Extension 4-H staff and volunteers undergo background checks. The camp is part of a larger university-affiliated program, suggesting a structured and educational environment. Google reviews for 'Fulton County 4-H' show a 4.8-star rating from 10 reviews, with parents praising the engaging activities and positive impact on their children. Social media handles found are @fultoncounty4h on Instagram and 'FultonCounty4H' on Facebook, which showcase various 4-H activities, including camp experiences. The camp is not ACA accredited, nor is a state license number provided on the site.
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University programRun by an academic institution
Who thrives here Ages 12–14
Marine Resources 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: 12–14
- Address: 9 Lewis Ave, Tybee Island, GA 31328, USA
- Cost notes: USD
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Marine Resources Camp
- What ages does Marine Resources Camp accept?
- Marine Resources Camp is open to children ages 12–14. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Marine Resources Camp cost?
- Marine Resources Camp publishes $480/week for the standard session. USD Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Who runs Marine Resources Camp?
- Marine Resources Camp is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Marine Resources Camp provide lunch?
- Marine Resources Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Marine Resources Camp with other camps.
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- 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 Resources Camp.
- Marine Exploration Camp · Burton 4-H Center · Ages 11–13