WINTER CAMPS ALLOW CHILDREN TO GET UP CLOSE TO THE AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC’S MARINE LIFE

Photo Courtesy of the Aquarium of the Pacific
Pictured: The Tropical Reef Habitat

This winter parents can enroll their children in two winter day camps specially tailored to different age ranges. During the Aquarium’s Sea Squirt Winter Camp and Winter Day Camp, children can explore different animals and regions of the Pacific Ocean.

The Aquarium’s Winter Day Camp is for children in grades two through four, and campers must be at least seven years or older. Winter Day Camp will take children on an adventure through the depths of the Pacific Ocean through interactive learning at the Aquarium. Students will be able to learn about marine life through hands-on activities, including games and crafts. Participants will also get the chance to go behind the scenes at the Aquarium, allowing them to see and learn about animal care. They also get to meet animal husbandry staff members and help take care of the animals that call the Aquarium home. Topics for Winter Day Camp include migrations, cold water habitats, and polar bears.

For kids age five and six, the Sea Squirt Winter Day Camp provides an introductory course to the life that exists in the Pacific Ocean. Topics cover the lives and the habitats of wiggly fish, furry mammals, and fluffy birds. Aquarium staff will guide campers as they participate in crafts, games, stories, and tours. Sea Squirt Winter Day Camp allows young children to explore, interact, and develop questions independently. Children will be able to touch some of the animals and even conduct experiments.

WHEN:

Sea Squirt Winter Camp: December 26-28, 2013, 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Winter Day Camp: January 2-4, 2014, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.

WHERE:

Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802

AGES:                       

Sea Squirt Winter Camp: ages 5-6 (children only)

Winter Day Camp: ages 7+ within grades two through four

COST:                       

Sea Squirt Winter Camp: $115 per child ($90 per member child)

Winter Day Camp: $150 per child ($125 per Aquarium member)

INFO:                                                              http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/education/programs/category/winter_camps

RSVP:             (562) 951-1630

NOTES:          Pre-registration and pre-payment is required on all classes unless noted. Cancellations made 72 hours before the program will receive a full refund. Cancellations made less than 72 hours before a program will still be charged the full program price. Snacks must be provided by parents for children participating in both camps. Parents with children attending Sea Squirt Camp must also provide a day camp journal and lunch.

Photo Credit Required: Robin Riggs