If you could plan the perfect family vacation, what would you include? You would want to make enduring family memories and have an abundance of activities for everyone in the family to enjoy, right? It would be a scenic area, full of interesting learning opportunities and unique wildlife. Meals would be provided…and prepared for you! Nights would be full of laughter and fun with planned campfires and skit/talent show nights. This perfect all-inclusive family vacation would also be affordable. Welcome to Family Camps at the Marine Science Consortium!

Family Camps at The Marine Science Consortium are an ideal way for your family to get away, unwind, and enjoy a holiday weekend on the beautiful coastal islands of the Eastern Shore of Virginia! Spend time with your family on the gorgeous coast discovering and learning about the world of marine science. Family Campers will throw a trawl net and collect marine creatures on an ocean research vessel, explore marine habitats, kayak through tidal creeks, walk knee deep in marsh mud and enjoy the sun on a barrier island beach. Wild Ponies, Egrets and Horseshoe Crabs all await you! We currently offer two Family Camps over the Fourth of July and Labor Day weekends and one week long extended option during the first week of August. This could be the perfect opportunity for a mid-summer or end of the summer getaway for your family. We provide the meals and activities, so your family can focus on new experiences, share stories and laugh together in a relaxed outdoor atmosphere. You will not regret the decision, and your family will thank you over and over again!

  Here are some of the highlights of the week and weekend:

- Marine Science Boat Trips

- Kayaking and Canoeing
- Arts and Crafts and Nature Hikes
- Fun Field Trips to Local Sights
- Visit to Wallops Island NASA Facility
- Family games and activities
- Seafood Feast Celebration
- Bonding together as a family

REGISTRATION

• Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Once your application has been processed, you will be sent a letter confirming your reservation at Family Camp.
• A $200 deposit is due upon registration. The deposit will be applied to the total fee and is non-refundable.
• If there are no spaces available when we receive your registration we will contact you. You can choose to be waitlisted or choose to have your registration mailed back to you. If you choose to be waitlisted we will hold your deposit. If a space becomes available you will be automatically added to the roster and notified. If no space becomes available your deposit will be returned in full.
• Due to the popularity of these programs it is important to send in your registration as soon as possible.

PAYMENT AND REFUND POLICY
• All applications must include the completed registration form, and a deposit of $200 per group to ensure a place at camp.
• We will not hold a space without a deposit.
• We offer an installment plan using your with a first payment due April 1, 2012 and a final payment due June 1, 2012.
• The balance of the camp fee is due 30 days prior to the start of the program and is non-refundable after that date.
• A late fee of $50 will be added to all accounts which are past due.
• Full payment must accompany any registrations submitted 30 days prior, and fees are not refundable.

Boy Scout Weekend

Daddy and Me Marine Science Adventure Weekend

Family Adventure Camp 

Family Day Programs

Homeschoolers Marine Science Adventure (9 years old and older)

Marine Adventure Science Day Camp (9-11 yrs old)

Sea Squirts Science Day Camp (5-8 yrs old)

Share a Marine Science Adventure with your Grandchild

Spring Break Day Camp (5-11 year olds)

Click on a program name for dates and details.

Two Exciting

 Sessions

Session 1: Weeklong
4th of July
July 1-6, 2012

or

Session 2: Labor Day Weekend
August 31- September3, 2012

TUITION PRICE    4th of July Week Long Family Camp  
SESSION DATES: July 1-6 2012
WEEK LONG FAMILY CAMP TUITION PRICE $ 399 per person

TUITION PRICE
Labor Day Weekend Camp
Adult (19+) $275 per person
Teen (13-18) $250 per person
Youth (9-12) $225 per person
Child (5-8) $175 per person
Young Child (3-4) $75 per person
Infant (0-2) Free

 Camp Fees are per person and all-inclusive. This includes all
Activities, Housing, Meals, Seafood Feast, Family Portrait and Camp T-shirt

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS
 We offer an Early Bird Special for our Family Camp Programs. Register and send in your full payment before April 1, 2012 and receive a
5% discount!

Family Camp Is A Bargain Compared To Alternatives!

  For an exciting all-inclusive Five-Day/Four-Night session of Family Camp, our prices are a bargain. Your low price includes meals, lodging, activities, a t-shirt for each family member, a family camp photo and transportation to program activities.
  In comparison with other family vacation options, Family Camp is a fantastic deal! Even compared to other family camps, the Marine Science Consortium offers more bang for you buck!

FAMILY CAMP PRICE COMPARISON CHART
Based on food, lodging and activities for a Family of Four for 3-Days and 3-Nights:

• Theme Park Vacation- $2,971
• Family Camp in Maine- $2,260
• Family Camp in New York - $2,500
• Marine Science Consortium Family Camps- $950 - $1250