"The boys talked about last year's camp until the day they returned this year.

​They absolutely love it."
Fred S.

Ocean Adventure Camp
​at ​The Whaling Museum
​Registration is now closed.

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Entering Grades 1-5
Mon - Fri | Aug 21-25
9am - 1pm

Roll up your sleeves and discover how scientists study the world of marine biology and oceanography. We will explore the amazing seas through science, art, history, and culture. Have fun with science experiments, craft projects, and games every day as we explore amazing creatures and their habitats. Touch items from the museum's collection each day. Entering grades 1-5.

​This camp week will also include​ a field trip day for a pleasant walk from the museum down to the beautiful harbor to collect and study water samples. 

Camp Refund Policy:
Before June 1: Refunds given, minus a $50 registration fee. Memberships are not refundable. 
June 1 & Onwards: Registrations are final and non-refundable. 

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Campers, please bring lunch and a water bottle with you, and come with sunscreen every day. You may wish to wear bug repellant as we eat lunch in the beautiful outdoors in good weather. 

Camp FAQs

What's a typical day of camp like?

Unless otherwise posted, camp runs 9:00-1:00 pm. Every day of camp is full of both indoor and outdoor activities as we focus on diverse themes which explore the ocean in fun ways. Camp starts off with open free-time in our workshop room, followed by the day's set activities, which usually include touching objects and artifacts from the collection, playing active tag games, creative art-making, and highly hands-on exploration activities.  We have a lunch break outside, weather permitting (bring lunch and a water bottle with you). Camp ends as kids complete an art activity to take home.

Who are the camp instructors?

Camp is lead by our Education Department's seasoned educators. They come from a wide array of backgrounds from history to science to education and more (read about us on the About Us page). We normally have an adult-child ratio of 1:7 or better; young camp assistants, who are volunteers, are often present, especially when we have a large group signed up.

We're thinking of signing up for a membership - can we do that at the same time we sign up for camp?

Welcome! First, please separately purchase a Family Level (or above!) membership online. Then, load up your camp cart to get Members-Only pricing. 

More information about membership levels and benefits can be found on our Membership page.

How does the sibling discount work?

We currently offer a sibling discount as a thank you to our wonderful Family Level museum members! We happily discount 10% off for the second (and third!) sibling for members. The first child attends at regular price; the second child, attending for an equal number of days,  may attend for 10% off.  We're so happy if you visit with a cousin or friend, but sibling discounts can only be used for siblings. Thanks for understanding! There is no sibling discount off the Crew Leader price (don't worry, you're getting a good deal!)  ​

WHAT AGE RANGE IS YOUR CAMP FOR?

We offer camp experiences for children entering grades 1-7.  More precise information regarding age ranges for each camp week can be found in the camp week descriptions.

What is your CANCELLATION policy?

Camp Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations

• There are no refunds for camp cancellations.
• There are no refunds or makeups for illnesses or absences.
• There are no refunds given for participants dismissed for improper behavior which includes, but is not limited to, persistent rudeness to or bullying of others, repeated failure to obey requests made by staff, and the deliberate misuse or destruction of supplies/materials used in activities.

Transfers

• Transfer requests (including gifted transfers to another child's name) are accepted up until 30 days from the start of the camp week you wish to transfer out of, and is subject to availability. There is a $25 charge per camper, per weekly session.

If the museum cancels camp activities:

• Refunds will not be issued for activities cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control (i.e. weather, power outages). 
• If the museum cancels a program for any other reason, including low enrollment, registrants may transfer to another program of equal or lesser value, subject to availability, or receive a full refund of the program registration fee. Please allow a minimum of three weeks for refund processing. 

Membership fees

• Membership fees are not refundable.  If you are unhappy with your membership, please contact our Director here. 

Is camp ever cancelled?

If the museum cancels camp activities:

• Refunds will not be issued for activities cancelled due to circumstances beyond our control (i.e. weather, power outages). 
• If the museum cancels a program for any other reason, including low enrollment, registrants may transfer to another program of equal or lesser value, subject to availability, or receive a full refund of the program registration fee. Please allow a minimum of three weeks for refund processing. 

WHAT DOES A HARBOR FIELD TRIP INVOLVE?

Weather permitting, some camp weeks include a trip down to the village harbor.  This exciting outing gives campers a chance to experience our beautiful surroundings, conduct science experiments, and observe wildlife.  The trip includes a short 10 minute walk, so campers are advised to wear comfortable shoes on these days.  Our staff will do their best to inform parents the day before we plan to make this special trip.

How Much is Camp?

We offer special Early-Bird discounts for all camps if you register before May 15.

*See pricing above with camp descriptions
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​Do you offer financial assistance?

Thanks to support generous private donations to our Camp Scholarship Fund, we do! Applications are based on financial need and are accepted year-round here. ​

What if I still have questions?

• ​​If you have questions about what camp is like, give our educators a call at 631-367-3418 ext. 16 or 11 from 10am-5pm (though please note that all signups are online).​
  
• If you have questions about your registration or payment, please contact our Business Manager, Katie Kelly at 631-367-3418 x10 from 10-5 pm. ​
  

​Maritime Mysteries Camp
​​at The Whaling Museum
​Registration is now closed.   

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Entering Grades 3-7
Mon - Thu | Aug 28-31
9am - 1pm

We invite curious sleuths to test their mystery-solving skills as we discover fascinating and secret stories from maritime history. Our daily adventures feature hands-on activities, experiments, Escape the Room riddles, scavenger hunts, and craftmaking. Campers will learn how to decode star constellations, crack a pirate's code, decipher secret messages, travel the museum with a treasure map, and explore items close up from the museum's collection each day. Entering grades 3-7.

Registration

• $300/4 days (Mon-Thu)
• Members - $272/4 days, $256 sibling rate/4 days (Member pricing is available to family memberships and up. Sibling discount is for members only.)

Camp Refund Policy:
Before June 1: Refunds given, minus a $50 registration fee. Memberships are not refundable. 
June 1 & Onwards: Registrations are final and non-refundable. 

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Campers, please bring lunch and a water bottle with you, and come with sunscreen every day. You may wish to wear bug repellant as we eat lunch in the beautiful outdoors in good weather. ​

Member Pricing

Member pricing is available to family memberships and up. Sibling discount is for members only

Current members, you must be logged in to receive member pricing. If you need help registering for camp, please ​reach out to us or call us on weekdays at x10.

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Become a Member Today!

Need-Based Camp Scholarships

If attending The Whaling Museum's camp experiences pose a financial hardship, the Museum offers partial or full scholarships ​for those in a position of financial need.

Scholarships are accepted on a rolling basis, and there are no deadlines. All applications are reviewed in a confidential manner. 

Application

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