MARINE SCIENCE DAY PROGRAM DETAILS
Any 2nd week $50 off • 3rd week $75 off • 4th+ week $100 off
• Five-day, Monday to Friday program:
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day, except
the weather permitting Thursday whale watch which
gets back 5:00 to 5:30 pm, with pickup at
Cape Ann Whale Watch, 415 Main St., Gloucester
(978) 283-5110. If the Thursday whale watch is
cancelled we will attempt to go the next day.
• Optional extended care:
8:00 – 9:00 a.m. $60 per week
• Children need to come with their own lunch, drinks and snacks
• Apply for our Counselor in Training (CIT) program:
Rising 10th-12th grade students call (315) 773-5673
• Limited to 10 children, rising 5th – 9th grades
• Save with two or more weeks
• Scholarships available, call (315) 773-5673
• Child to instructor & assistant ratio is 6:1 or less
• Instructor: marine scientist, Kelsey Graham
OUR 2026 INSTRUCTOR
Kelsey Graham
MPS: Marine Biology and Ecology at the University of Miami
Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology (minors in mathematics & chemistry) Roger Williams University
Kelsey will tell you she quite literally grew up on the water—and it shows in everything she brings to camp each day. With years of hands-on experience exploring coastal and deep sea environments, she has developed an understanding of marine ecosystems and a natural confidence working in and around the water. Just as important, she knows how to translate that knowledge into experiences that are exciting, age-appropriate, and memorable for middle school students.
Her enthusiasm is contagious. Whether she’s guiding campers through hands-on investigations, helping them observe marine life up close, or leading interactive discussions about ocean conservation, Kelsey creates an environment where curiosity thrives and every child feels included and engaged.
Safety is always at the forefront of her approach. Kelsey is attentive, well-prepared, and committed to maintaining a structured, supportive setting where campers can explore with confidence. Parents can feel assured that their children are in capable, responsible hands while learning and having fun.
At Ocean Alliance—a globally respected leader in whale research and conservation—Kelsey connects campers to real-world science in a meaningful way. She helps them see not just how marine ecosystems work, but why they matter, inspiring both a deeper understanding and a lasting appreciation for the ocean.
Why Choose Marine Science?
Marine Science is all about connections—between whales and waves, tidepools and tiny creatures, and the curious kids eager to explore them. In this program, students observe, collect, measure, wonder, question, test, and communicate as they dive into the living laboratory of the ocean.
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With the instructor’s guidance, every visit to the shore brings new discoveries, deeper understanding, and endless questions, from low-tide explorations to hands-on scientific investigations using real equipment. Naturally curious children thrive here as our Marine Science program gives them the space, time, and tools to truly own their learning experience.
During the week, your child will learn to use compound and stereo microscopes, and how to prepare specimens for observation and discovery. Imagine using a stereo microscope to get up close to a tiny hermit crab! We examine x-ray images of marine life to understand their make-up and how they have adapted to their marine environment. Campers also take field trips to explore tidal pools and go on a whale watch!
Dolphin photo, courtesy of Cape Ann Whale Watch
“My greater education was from summer enrichment, because it took me to another level.”
– Connell Cloyd, M.Ed.
10 out of 10 “My daughter learned so much and had fun as well. She was excited to show me all she learned on Friday morning. Hana was very engaging and supportive of the campers ⎻ this was very apparent during the presentations ⎻ great job! The program was excellent!” – parent
“Grant enjoyed this program so much! He could not stop talking about what he learned each day.”
– Sarah Gaden, mom
10 out of 10 “Fun! Learned a lot! Teacher / leader was wonderful! Excellent teaching, kind, kindness & caring, very interested and knowledgable about science and young people. Organized, helpful and shared joy…” – parent
“Wow – if your child has any interest in whales and marine biology, sign up for this! Lindsay and John are the best – informative, fun and make each day unique. Our son was not only learning, but having fun – he’s asked to sign up next summer too!”
– Christine Holland, mom
10 out of 10 “-because Hana did such an amazing job. The location is so perfect. It was a fun mix of hands-on educational experiences and Edge on Science always does a great job!” – parent
“I’ve always believed experiential learning has the greatest impact for our kids. Our son was enjoying Whales n’ Things so much, he didn’t realize just how much he was learning!”
– parent
10 out of 10 “-educational, interactive, interesting topics – my son really enjoyed it! He also spoke highly of his teacher!”– parent
Register now for Marine Science!
