Kids’ and Teens’ Marine Biology Summer School
A summer school with a difference is being run by Marine Dimensions in Bray this year. Designed to be a real treat for any young person who loves the sea, the school introduces kids and teens to the fascinating subject of marine biology.
The courses include an in depth tour of the Sea Life Centre in Bray, with opportunities to get up close to a wide range of animals, including baby sharks, rays, starfish and giant octopus. Students also get a chance to discover nature outdoors with marine biologists, taking part in green activities such as shark eggcase surveying and dolphin watching expeditions. Teens also have the option of including additional outdoor activities in their course programme, including kayaking, snorkelling and even SCUBA diving.
Kids Marine Biology Summer Camp
Dates: 16th - 20th July and 13th - 17th August, 2012
Times: Mon - Fri, 10am-2pm
Locations: Bray Sea Scouts Centre, Bray Harbour, Co. Wicklow, plus field sites to include: Sandycove, Killiney Beach, Bray Beach, and Bray Head
Fees: €180, which includes entrance to the Sea Life Centre in Bray, travel by DART or minibus to field sites, 20 hrs tuition with Dr. Sarah Varian and team, marine wildlife education pack and goodie bag, certificate of course attendance and public liability insurance.
Suitable for 7-12yr olds. Children will need to bring a packed lunch and suitable clothing for field trips (more information provided on registration).
An Introduction to Marine Biology for Teens
Dates: 23rd – 27th July and 20th – 24th August, 2012
Times: Monday 10am-1pm; Tuesday 10am-4pm; Thursday 10am-1pm; and Friday 10am-4pm
Locations: Bray Sea Scouts`Centre, Bray Harbour, Co. Wicklow, plus field sites to include: Sandycove, Killiney Beach, Bray Beach, and Bray Head
Fees: €180, which includes entrance to Bray Sea Life Centre, travel by DART, 16 hrs tuition with Dr. Sarah Varian and team, Introduction to Marine Biology course notes, Certificate of Course Attendance and public liability insurance.
Transition year students who have attended the course may apply for a work placement with Marine Dimensions (limited number of places available). The course duration is 6 half-days, so 16hrs in total. Suitable for 13–18yr olds. Add-on options include: Marine wildlife kayaking (2hrs), €50; Discover Snorkelling (4hrs, pool and sea), €60; Discover SCUBA diving (2hrs), €65 (no experience necessary, limited number of places available).
Bookings can be made online at http://www.marinedimensions.ie/ or by calling or emailing Marine Dimensions; Tel: 01 2828876, Email: admin@marinedimensions.ie.