Registration is open now for the Ocean Institute’s Sea Tech program for youth ages 12-14, which will be held the week of August 8-12, 9 am. – 4 p.m.
This camp investigates the technology used by ocean scientists in their research. Activities each day will focus on the principles of constructing a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). Campers will work as a team to assemble, wire the controls and design the tools for their ROV mission. While aboard the R/V Sea Explorer, campers will use research equipment to gather information on water chemistry and the sea floor to understand our ocean environment. On the last day, campers will test their skills piloting their ROVs in underwater challenges from the floating platform of the Maddie James Seaside Learning Center.
Cost is $350, or become an Ocean Institute member and receive a discounted $265 price. Register online at http://www.ocean-institute.org/summer-camp/sea-tech or call (949) 496-2274 for additional information.
About the Ocean Institute
The Ocean Institute is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science, Maritime History and Outdoor Education programs. The facility includes state-of-the-art teaching labs, the Maddie James Seaside Learning Center, two historic tallships, and an oceanographic research vessel.
Immersion-based field trips range from one-hour science labs to multi-day programs at sea. All programs are designed to maximize immersion, spark curiosity, and inspire a deep commitment to learning. Ocean-based exhibits are open to the public seven days a week. Visitors can explore the underwater world while participating in fun
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