From the majestic whales of the oceans to the great lions of the Serengeti, or from colorful coral reefs to the diverse tropical rainforests, you’ll trek around the globe with the New Jersey Academy for Aquatic Sciences as each week we learn, explore and discover amazing habitats and animals that inhabit our planet...and you’ll never have to leave New Jersey! Your child’s week will be filled with field trips, hands on activities, behind the scenes tours, crafts, games and up-close animal encounters.

It’s not easy being green…but we’re gonna try! From global climate change to endangered animals around the globe, it’s never too soon to get kids involved in helping our planet! Join us as we learn about ways to save the oceans and the critters that call them home.

Your child's week will be filled with field trips, hands on activities, behind the scenes and exhibit tours at Adventure Aquarium, crafts, games, a 4D Theatre Show and up-close animal encounters.

Camp runs Monday - Friday from 9am - 3:30pm. Extended care until 5:30pm is available for an additional fee.

Campers must bring their own lunch, but an afternoon snack will be provided. Discounts available for Adventure Aquarium Passport Holders, siblings and multiple weeks. Box lunches are also available for purchase.

For more information, please email us below.

Maritime Camps; Five days, Four nights, for Ages 13 to 16

Camp #1 – June 25 – 29, 2007 – departing from Bivalve NJ, sailing up the Atlantic Coast and ending by the Statue of Liberty in Liberty State Park.

Camp #2 – July 23 – 27, 2007 – departing from Liberty State Park, sailing down the Atlantic Coast and ending in beautiful Cape May NJ.

Maritime campers become part of the AJ MEERWALD’S crew, sailing and living aboard an historic tall ship. Campers learn to raise and furl sails, coil lines, navigate and steer the ship. With deckwashes, sea chanteys, knots and standing watch, campers will truly become a tall ship sailor!

Cost $750 includes meals and all accommodations

Sailor For A Day: for Ages 10 to 16, 9:00am to 4:00pm
In Jersey City at Liberty State Park (U.S. Flag Plaza)
Wednesday July 11 and July 18

In Cape May NJ (Utsch’s Marina)
Mondays July 30, August 6, 13, 20 and 27
Wednesdays August 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29

Campers hoist the sails, haul in the trawl line, learn about local marine life, dissect and oyster, navigate the ship, take the helm, tie some ‘salty’ knots, swab the deck, and more!

Cost: $60 – Bring lunch and water bottle.