Sea Turtle Camp Marine Biology Summer Camp
Marine biology summer camp for ages 10-17 focusing on sea turtle conservation and coastal ecosystems.
▌ Editor's read Sea Turtle Camp is an overnight marine biology summer camp for teens and pre-teens, founded in 2003 by Dr. Robert F. Clark, who holds a Ph.D. in Marine Biology (seaturtlecamp.com/about-us/). The camp explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:6 (seaturtlecamp.com/safety-first/). They also mention that all staff undergo extensive background checks and are CPR/First Aid certified (seaturtlecamp.com/safety-first/). The camp's curriculum focuses on coastal ecology, conservation, and hands-on marine science activities. The website loads successfully and provides comprehensive information about their programs and safety protocols.
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Since 232003+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 10–17
Sea Turtle Camp Marine Biology Summer Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given outdoors/nature program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 23 (2003 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Published by camp see camp site →
Details
- Category: Outdoors/Nature
- Ages: 10–17
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 10000 US-17, Hampstead, NC 28443, USA
- Phone: +1 910-686-4600
- Email: [email protected]
- Cost notes: Estimated residential camp cost per week.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Sea Turtle Camp Marine Biology Summer Camp
- What ages does Sea Turtle Camp Marine Biology Summer Camp accept?
- Sea Turtle Camp Marine Biology Summer Camp is open to children ages 10–17. 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 Sea Turtle Camp Marine Biology Summer Camp cost?
- Sea Turtle Camp Marine Biology Summer Camp publishes $1,995/week for the standard session. Estimated residential camp cost per week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Sea Turtle Camp Marine Biology Summer Camp's hours?
- Sea Turtle Camp Marine Biology Summer Camp runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Sea Turtle Camp Marine Biology Summer Camp?
- Sea Turtle Camp Marine Biology Summer Camp is operated by a private business, with 2003 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Sea Turtle Camp Marine Biology Summer Camp provide lunch?
- Yes — Sea Turtle Camp Marine Biology Summer Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
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