Harbor Discoveries Camp

Harbor Discoveries is an interactive marine and environmental science program that incorporates traditional camp activities. Programs include behind–the-scenes activities in Aquarium galleries, excursions to Boston Harbor Islands, daily field trips to North and South Shorehabitats, and an overnight experience. Nature serves as our outdoor classroom as we travel toexplore aquatic environments.For more information about Harbor Discoveries Camp, please see Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

General Information

Please read about the camp's background and philosophy.
The camp runs weekdays July 7 through August 22, 2008. Each program runs for one week.
Campers must be entering grades 4-9 in the fall of 2008 to attend.
Cost per session: Junior Programs and Senior Programs cost $600 for Aquarium members and $650 for non-members. Advanced Programs cost $700 for members and $750 for non-members (more for special extended sessions). See our camp pricing and payment policies for more information.
Registration for members begins January 7, 2008. General registration begins January 31, 2008. Please call Central Reservations at 617-973-5206. All registration is done over the phone.
Meals and snacks for most programs are provided. See what to bring and what to leave at home for more information.
Junior and Advanced campers must meet the camp swim requirements.
The camp is located at Central Wharf. Please read our parking, drop-off and pick-up policies.
Scholarships for campers are sometimes available. Find out how you can support this scholarship program with our Future Leaders for a Blue Planet program.
The camp open house for campers is a useful orientation session.

Camps by Age Level

Junior Programs (Entering Grades 4-5)

Day camp with a Thursday night overnight component. Camp is held Monday - Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m and from Thursday at 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday. No extended hours available.

Senior Programs (Entering Grades 6-7)

Day camp with a Thursday night overnight component. Camp is held Monday - Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m and from Thursday at 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday. No extended hours available.

Advanced Programs (Entering Grades 8-9)

One-week programs are comprised of a day camp with a Thursday night overnight camping trip. Camp is held Monday - Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m and from Thursday at 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday. Two-week programs feature a one-week camping trip. See individual program details for more information. No extended hours available.

More Information

Deadlines

Registration begins January 7, 2008 for members and January 31, 2008 for the general public. All registration is done by phone at 617.973.5206.

Contact Information

For general information please call the camp office at (617) 973 0250 or (617) 973 0253, or email at harbordiscoveries@neaq.org. Ask for the Camp Coordinator or e-mail dbadger@neaq.org or hdeschenes@neaq.org.

Harbor Discoveries camp complies with regulations of Massachusetts Department of Public Health and is licensed by the board of health.