Coastal Kayaking

2010 Programs

June 14 - 17

Experience the coastal environment from a new perspective as you begin to kayak while viewing coastal flora and fauna. Paddle with MSC ecologists/biologists through salt marsh ecosystems, over eel grass beds and up the Pocomoke. Using tandem kayaks, each participant will enjoy exciting journeys through the diverse waters of the Eastern Shore while learning new exciting facts from environmental experts. Our days kayaking will be rounded out by tours of local barrier islands. We will visit Assateague Island and hear a member of the Refuge's education system talk about the unique features and history of the National Wildlife Refuge system, focusing on Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. We will also venture on to Wallops Island for a trip to the beach to learn about dune succession. Time on the beach will be spent looking for dolphins, birding, and collecting/identifying shells. Join us for a water-based journey of discovery.

Cost: $250 /Per Person (includes instruction, equipment, meals, and lodging)

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Schedule

Day 1

 3:00 - 5:00 pm Check in with Special Programs Coordinator at MSC

 5:30 - 6:30 pm Dinner in MSC's Cafeteria

 7:00 - 8:30 pm Group welcome and schedule overview

  Kayaking intro

Day 2

7:30 - 8:30 AM Breakfast in MSC's Cafeteria

9:00 – 12:00PM Kayaking

12:00-1:00PM Picnic Lunch

1:00 - 4:00 PM Assateague Island Tour

5:15 PM Bus Departs from MSC for Dinner on Chincoteague

7:30 PM Sunset Paddle

Day 3

7:30 - 8:30 AM Breakfast in MSC's Cafeteria

8:45 – 12:00 PM Kayaking

12:00- 1:00 PM Lunch on the Water

1:00 – 4:00 PM Kayaking

5:30-6:30 PM Dinner in MSC's Cafeteria

7:00 - 8:30 PM Barrier Island Lecture

 

Day 4

7:30 - 8:30 AM Breakfast in MSC's Cafeteria

9:00 - 12:00 am Wallops Island Trip

12:00-1:00PM Lunch in MSC's Cafeteria

12:30 am Check out



The Marine Science Consortium

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A residential environmental learning center and field station on Virginia's Eastern Shore

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