2026 Junior Naturalist Camp

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2026 Junior Naturalist Camp- Registration OPEN NOW!

Spots are limited and registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Click the links below to register. 

June Explorers Camp (8-10 yrs old) - Register here!

August Scientists Camp (11-13 yrs old) - Register here!

Our 2026 Junior Naturalist Camp is for children interested in learning about the amazing animals that call the North Coast home. Each day will be focused on a different group of animals, and students will be encouraged to think about how each animal interacts with its environment, and how we can best conserve our local wildlife. Each day will be filled with learning activities, games, crafts, competitions, and outdoor exploration! 

Camps will have a certified waterfront/ocean lifeguard on duty for all near-water activities for added safety and supervision. 

Explorers Camp: 

Ages 8 - 10 years old

June 15th - 19th 2026 

9am - 3pm

Scientists Camp: 

Ages 11 - 13 years old

August 10th - 14th 2026

9am - 3pm

Pricing: $325 for full week of camp

Activities include: 

• Fish printing
• A seining demonstration by professional researchers
• Plankton collection 
• Birdwatching hikes
• Microscope exploration
• Tidepooling
• Seaweed printing
• Scavenger hunts

• And lots of games! 

   

Important Logistical Notes - parents please read! 

• Age groups are STRICT, which is for the students' benefit. Your child must be the minimum age before the start of camp. 
• Camps run Monday through Friday from 9am-3pm. We encourage you to only register if you know your child can attend all of the days of camp. No refunds can be given for missed days.
• Payment must be given via online registration. 
• We unfortunately cannot offer need-based scholarships this year but are planning to do so for future camps. 
• The child’s guardian must provide all snacks and lunches.  
• It is advised that each child have appropriate attire that can get wet/messy/dirty/painted on and an extra set of clothing for our tidepooling day. (Please remember extra shoes!)  
• These camps will require walking to and from the Marine Lab and Trinidad State Beach. Please wear comfortable shoes or boots that can get wet. 

• Parking is minimal; please try to stagger drop-offs and pick-ups between 8:50-9:05 am and 2:50-3:10 pm. 

   

Email the Marine Naturalist at marnat@humboldt.edu for more information.