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Adventures in Momming
Seeing all the scientists in their own element, and how passionate they all are was amazing. It made me feel empowered and strengthened my feelings of the planet, but the ocean especially and all the animals in it!! The passion and drive the mentors had, but also the other students, gave me hope and even more determination to change the world!
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- Kaylee 2018 Marine
Mammal Scientist in Training participant
Marine Mammal Scientist-in-Training Program
The Marine Mammal Scientist-in-Training Program is an engaging, immersive oneweek educational course designed for high school and college students interested in pursuing a career in marine mammal biology and conservation.
A MARINE MAMMAL SCIENCE CAMP GRADUATE WILL HAVE:
• Fun and exciting stories to tell their friends and families about a one-of-a-kind experience • Received a certificate of completion signed by active researchers noting each student’s accomplishments • Worked directly with marine mammals in the field to observe field biologists doing hands-on research like whale tagging • Participated in an in-depth variety of interactive, hands-on science learning and activities both in the classroom and field settings using state of the art research methods and technologies • A direct link and long-lasting relationship with local professors and researchers in the field • Group video and photos of their experience
CAMP DETAILS
Classroom components: The Seymour Center, University of California, Santa Cruz Field components: Ocean research on Monterey Bay, Año Nuevo State Park, The Marine Mammal Rehabilitation Center and Long Marine Laboratory Age: High school and college students, ages 14–19 Suggested Donation: $1,100/week (Note: This covers approximately 2/3rd of the actual program costs; remaining costs are supported by donations to COA. Additional reductions in student fees are also available for students from lower-income families) Daily Schedule: 9:00am–4:00pm Mon–Fri (except whale research day 7:00–3:00)
2022 Session: June 27-August 1
Application deadline: June 1, 2022. Classes will fill quickly, so register today! Registration is limited to 12 students/week. Staff: student ratio is 1:6 or less
Application procedure:
To apply, please download and complete program application (www.caoceanalliance.org/education) and submit to: ccasey@caoceanalliance.org. If you wish to be considered for financial support, please make a reference to this in your in your application. Please call (510) 541-1066 with any questions.
