OPEN CAMP REGISTRATION
The New Canaan YMCA Summer Camps have provided thousands of children in the community with a camp experience they’ll never forget. Looking for a memorable camp experience for your child? The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk offers a variety of camps that are sure to inspire wonder in your young scientist. Registration is now open. “We’re excited for another great summer at The Maritime Aquarium,” Camp Director Katie Farley said. “Each camp session offers unique opportunities for children to engage in hands-on experiences that will reinforce key STEM concepts, deepen their understanding of animals, and connect with our local environment.”The summer lineup features annual favorites for children of all ages:
AGES 6-8
● Animal Investigators, featuring exciting classroom visits with animals.
● Shark Safari, featuring a behind-thescenes shark feeding. Jr. Aquarist, featuring lessons with
● Aquarists on how to care for animals.
● Amazing Animal Architects, featuring hands-on engineering challenges.
AGES 9-12
● Jr. Field Scientist, featuring adventures outside of the aquarium to observe nature.
● Aquarium Stars, featuring encounters with aquarium favorites. ● Jr. Marine Biologist, featuring an aquarium build and a trip on our research vessel.
● Fin-Fluencers, featuring lessons on conservation and opportunities for campers to write and edit video.
AGES 13-15
● Teen Apprentice, featuring handson learning with aquarium staff. Camp sessions are offered June 19 – Aug. 18. Sessions vary in price and length. For more information, visit www.maritimeaquarium.org/camps.