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Ocean Science Adventures on Chincoteague Bay With Your Grandchild

Program No. 2579RJ
Learn all about the ocean and the animals that live in it with your grandchild as you study prehistoric horseshoe crabs, explore a salt marsh, collect sea critters and more!

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Age 5 - 8
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DATES
Jun 15 - Jun 20, 2025
Per Adult
949
Per Child
749
Jun 15 - Jun 20, 2025
949
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749
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949
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749
/ Child
1,099
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749
/ Child
Jun 29 - Jul 4, 2025
Per Adult
949
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749
Jun 29 - Jul 4, 2025
949
/ Adult
749
/ Child
949
/ Adult
749
/ Child
1,099
/ Adult
749
/ Child
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Jul 13 - Jul 18, 2025
Per Adult
949
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749
Jul 13 - Jul 18, 2025
949
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749
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949
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749
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1,099
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749
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Aug 3 - Aug 8, 2025
Per Adult
949
Per Child
749
Aug 3 - Aug 8, 2025
949
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749
/ Child
949
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749
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1,099
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749
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Age 9 - 13
ROOMING OPTION PRICING
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DATES
Jun 22 - Jun 27, 2025
Per Adult
949
Per Child
749
Jun 22 - Jun 27, 2025
949
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749
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949
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749
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1,099
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749
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Jul 6 - Jul 11, 2025
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949
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749
Jul 6 - Jul 11, 2025
949
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749
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949
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749
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1,099
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749
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Jul 20 - Jul 25, 2025
Per Adult
949
Per Child
749
Jul 20 - Jul 25, 2025
949
/ Adult
749
/ Child
949
/ Adult
749
/ Child
1,099
/ Adult
749
/ Child
This date is available to book as a private experience for your group!

At a Glance

Why is the ocean blue? Is a sponge actually alive? We know your grandkids have a lot of questions, and our expert instructors are here to answer them all during a week of fun and exploration with your grandchild on Virginia’s Atlantic islands. Get your hands wet as you examine creek water, pull in a net full of wriggling critters and examine all the life that survives inside a single drop of sea water!
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to half-mile over varied terrain, through water; climb bus stairs.

Best of all, you’ll…

  • Enjoy an exclusive visit to Wallops Island NASA base, usually closed to the public, to learn about the sandy dunes and collect shells to take home!
  • Take a ride on an Oceanography Research Cruise to learn all about water quality and meet some of the awesome organisms that live in the area.
  • Get a truly hands-on experience at our numerous field sites around the area, including a salt marsh plunge and exploration of the intertidal zone.

General Notes

Program is for grandchildren ages 5-8 or 9-13, depending on the date. ATTENTION FOREIGN NATIONALS: Part of this program takes place on Wallops Island, which is a restricted access NASA base. In order to participate in the Wallops Island activities, all foreign nationals must complete additional paperwork at least 6 weeks in advance to be allowed access onto the base. Access is then subject to approval by NASA Wallops Island base. If you are a foreign national enrolled in this program, please contact the program provider directly at julie@cbfieldstation.org to request the required forms.
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Program
At a Glance
Duration
6 days
Program Begins
Wallops Island
Program Concludes
Wallops Island
Meals
14 | 5B | 4L | 5D |
Activity Level
Why is the ocean blue? Is a sponge actually alive? We know your grandkids have a lot of questions, and our expert instructors are here to answer them all during a week of fun and exploration with your grandchild on Virginia’s Atlantic islands. Get your hands wet as you examine creek water, pull in a net full of wriggling critters and examine all the life that survives inside a single drop of sea water!)
Best of all, you'll...
  • Enjoy an exclusive visit to Wallops Island NASA base, usually closed to the public, to learn about the sandy dunes and collect shells to take home!
  • Take a ride on an Oceanography Research Cruise to learn all about water quality and meet some of the awesome organisms that live in the area.
  • Get a truly hands-on experience at our numerous field sites around the area, including a salt marsh plunge and exploration of the intertidal zone.
General Notes
Program is for grandchildren ages 5-8 or 9-13, depending on the date. ATTENTION FOREIGN NATIONALS: Part of this program takes place on Wallops Island, which is a restricted access NASA base. In order to participate in the Wallops Island activities, all foreign nationals must complete additional paperwork at least 6 weeks in advance to be allowed access onto the base. Access is then subject to approval by NASA Wallops Island base. If you are a foreign national enrolled in this program, please contact the program provider directly at julie@cbfieldstation.org to request the required forms.
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking up to half-mile over varied terrain, through water; climb bus stairs.
Suggested Reading List
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While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy of our published materials, programs are typically advertised more than a year prior to their start date. As a result, some program activities, schedules, accommodations, personnel, and other logistics occasionally change due to local conditions or circumstances. Should a major change occur, we will make every effort to alert you. For less significant changes, we will update you during orientation. Thank you for your understanding.
Duration
6 days
5 nights
What's Included
14 meals | 5B | 4L | 5D |
5 expert-led lectures
6 expert-led field trips
6 hands-on experiences
2 performances
An experienced Group Leader
5 nights of accommodations
Taxes and customary gratuity
Road Scholar Assurance Plan
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Activity Note
Field station check-in available from 3:00 p.m. Remember to bring your nametag (sent previously).
Afternoon:
Program Registration: 3:00-5:00 p.m. After you check in and have your room assignment, join us at the Road Scholar table in the lobby to register with the program staff, get any updated information, and confirm the time and location of the Orientation session. If you arrive late, please locate your Group Leader and let them know you have arrived.
Dinner:
In the Field Station Dining Hall.
Evening:
Orientation. The Group Leader will greet everyone and lead introductions. We will review the up-to-date program schedule, discuss roles and responsibilities, logistics, safety guidelines, emergency procedures, and answer questions. We will review COVID protocols and will adhere to applicable requirements and guidelines throughout the program. This is a Road Scholar Grandparent program. Grandparents are responsible for their grandchildren. If/when separate age group activities are conducted concurrently, program staff will supervise. Minors are never to be left unsupervised. All programs are led by Chincoteague Bay Field Station staff, who will be the group leaders throughout the program. During the program, kids will prepare for a talent show. Program-related travel will be via field station bus. Meals will be provided in the CBFS dining hall or in the field. Periods in the schedule designated as “Free time” and “At leisure” offer opportunities to do what you like and make your experience even more meaningful and memorable according to your personal preferences. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions. Program activities, schedules, personnel, and indicated distances or times may change due to local circumstances/current conditions. In the event of changes, we will alert you as quickly as possible. Thank you for your understanding. Continue getting to know your fellow Road Scholars, settle in, and get a good night’s rest for the day ahead.
Activity Note
Getting on/off a field station bus; driving about 12 miles each way, approximately 1 hour total riding time. Walking less than 1/4 mile; wet, muddy, and/or sandy terrain. Possible high temperatures on beach, no shade.
Breakfast:
In the Dining Hall.
Morning:
We will gather with one of Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge’s educational staff who will tell us about the refuge system and the unique qualities of the refuge at the impressive Bateman Visitor Center, which we’ll take the bus to for a visit. Afterwards, we’ll get back on the bus for a ride to the beach.
Lunch:
On the beach, we’ll have a cookout.
Afternoon:
From the refuge center, we’ll hop aboard the field station bus and ride up the refuge’s Service Road –, a restricted access road – to the home of the majority of the wild ponies living on the island. Amid spectacular views, we’ll spend the afternoon searching for ponies and the birds of the island, including the piping plover and the brown pelican.
Dinner:
In the Dining Hall.
Evening:
We’ll enjoy an evening of traditional campfire fare with a variety of fun skits from field station staff and camp songs we can all participate in. We’ll top off the night with delicious s’mores!
Activity Note
Getting on/off a field station bus; driving about 12 miles each way to/from PM class, 4 miles each way to/from AM class, approximately 30 minutes total riding time. Walking less than 1/4 mile; wet, muddy, and/or sandy terrain. Wear bathing suit under clothes for AM class with clothing and shoes that can get very muddy, shoes must be sneakers or other very secure shoes that tie, and long pants must be worn. Getting on/off pontoon boat for PM class. Wear closed toe shoes and bring layers.
Breakfast:
In the Dining Hall.
Morning:
We’ll be joined by a Chincoteague Bay Field Station ecologist for an in-lab discussion about how wetlands function and why they are so important to the environment. We’ll then ride out to the salt marsh to experience and learn about this environment first hand. To experience the productivity of the saltmarsh, we’ll take a dip in the mud, then return to the field station.
Lunch:
In the Dining Hall.
Afternoon:
After lunch, we'll meet in the lab to discuss boat safety and what organisms we may expect to see on our boat. Then, after a short drive, we'll climb aboard a pontoon boat with Daisey's Island Cruises to observe wildlife and deploy our trawl net to see what organisms we can find under the water. Participants will get truly hands on with our aquatic friends!
Dinner:
In the Dining Hall.
Evening:
We’ll enjoy a movie night at the field station.
Activity Note
Getting on/off a field station bus; driving about 12 miles each way, approximately 1 hour total riding time. Walking less than 1/4 mile; wet, muddy, and/or sandy terrain. AM class wear bathing suit under clothing and clothes and shoes that can get wet. Walking and other free time activities according to personal choice.
Breakfast:
In the Dining Hall.
Morning:
We'll meet in our lab for a short lecture from a CBFS ecologist on what makes a fish, a fish, then we'll head out into the field to get hands on, feet wet. Participants will dip net around oyster castles and seine in Chincoteague Bay to put their fish identification and handling skills to the test!
Lunch:
In the Dining Hall.
Afternoon:
Free time. This period of time has been set aside for your personal independent exploration to see and do what interests you most. Please refer to the list of Free Time Opportunities. The Group Leader will be happy to offer suggestions. Please note that the period scheduled for free time is subject to change depending on local circumstances and opportunities for independent exploration.
Dinner:
In the Dining Hall.
Evening:
Grandparents will enjoy some adult time with an evening social. We’ll have cheese, crackers, cookies, coffee, and tea available; feel free to bring your own beer or wine. Kids will practice with staff for the talent show tomorrow night.
Activity Note
Getting on/off a field station bus. Walking less than 1/4 mile; wet, muddy, and/or sandy terrain.
Breakfast:
In the Dining Hall.
Morning:
A Chincoteague Bay Field Station ecologist will lead an in-lab discussion about barrier island formation and the unique pattern of life found on these islands. We’ll then go on a field trip to the pristine environment of the sand dunes of Wallops Island NASA base. This island is closed to the public, so this opportunity — exclusive to the Chincoteague Bay Field Station Road Scholar program — is a chance to see a natural beach ecosystem. While in the field, we’ll learn about dune succession and collect shells. Afterwards, we’ll return to the field station for lunch.
Lunch:
In the Dining Hall.
Afternoon:
In the lab, we’ll get a closer look at the organisms we’ve collected to help identify them and learn more about their interesting characteristics.
Dinner:
In the cafeteria, we’ll have a traditional Chesapeake seafood boil with some non-seafood alternatives as well. Share favorite experiences and enjoy camaraderie with new Road Scholar friends during our farewell dinner.
Evening:
Talent show and skit night! Bring along a guitar or your favorite song to teach the group. Kids will perform the lively skits we’ve practiced with camp staff. Prepare for check-out and departure in the morning.
Activity Note
Field station check-out by 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast:
In the Dining Hall.
Morning:
After check-out, we’ll hear from our fellow Road Scholars and share what we’ve learned and our favorite activity. We’ll also watch a slideshow of pictures from the week and kids will create a craft project to remember our program at CBFS. This concludes our program. If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that program. We hope you enjoy Road Scholar learning adventures and look forward to having you on rewarding programs in the future. Don’t forget to join our Facebook page and follow us on Instagram. Best wishes for all your journeys!
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MEALS
14 Meals
5 Breakfasts
4 Lunches
5 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free
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5 nights
Location: Wallops Island
The Chincoteague Bay Field Station is a residential environmental learning center and field station. Participants are accommodated in modern, suite-style rooms with four double-occupancy bedrooms with central heat and air-conditioning. Bathrooms are not connected to bedrooms but are shared by only two rooms. All rooms have two twin beds. The two-story residence halls have no elevator and are across campus from meeting spaces and the cafeteria. A large campus lounge allows for camaraderie with fellow Road Scholars, with comfortable chairs and sofas, tables to play games and a TV. Meals are served in a common dining room where residents other than Road Scholars will dine. Good to know: No TVs in rooms. Wi-Fi in main Education Center. Coin-operated laundry room. Housekeeping once a week. Most meals served buffet-style; bus own table.
5 nights
Location: Wallops Island
The Chincoteague Bay Field Station is a residential environmental learning center and field station. Participants are accommodated in modern, suite-style rooms with four double-occupancy bedrooms with central heat and air-conditioning. Bathrooms are not connected to bedrooms but are shared by only two rooms. All rooms have two twin beds. The two-story residence halls have no elevator and are across campus from meeting spaces and the cafeteria. A large campus lounge allows for camaraderie with fellow Road Scholars, with comfortable chairs and sofas, tables to play games and a TV. Meals are served in a common dining room where residents other than Road Scholars will dine. Good to know: No TVs in rooms. Wi-Fi in main Education Center. Coin-operated laundry room. Housekeeping once a week. Most meals served buffet-style; bus own table.
5 nights
Location: Wallops Island
The Chincoteague Bay Field Station is a residential environmental learning center and field station. Participants are accommodated in modern, suite-style rooms with four double-occupancy bedrooms with central heat and air-conditioning. Bathrooms are not connected to bedrooms but are shared by only two rooms. All rooms have two twin beds. The two-story residence halls have no elevator and are across campus from meeting spaces and the cafeteria. A large campus lounge allows for camaraderie with fellow Road Scholars, with comfortable chairs and sofas, tables to play games and a TV. Meals are served in a common dining room where residents other than Road Scholars will dine. Good to know: No TVs in rooms. Wi-Fi in main Education Center. Coin-operated laundry room. Housekeeping once a week. Most meals served buffet-style; bus own table.
5 nights
Location: Wallops Island
The Chincoteague Bay Field Station is a residential environmental learning center and field station. Participants are accommodated in modern, suite-style rooms with four double-occupancy bedrooms with central heat and air-conditioning. Bathrooms are not connected to bedrooms but are shared by only two rooms. All rooms have two twin beds. The two-story residence halls have no elevator and are across campus from meeting spaces and the cafeteria. A large campus lounge allows for camaraderie with fellow Road Scholars, with comfortable chairs and sofas, tables to play games and a TV. Meals are served in a common dining room where residents other than Road Scholars will dine. Good to know: No TVs in rooms. Wi-Fi in main Education Center. Coin-operated laundry room. Housekeeping once a week. Most meals served buffet-style; bus own table.
5 nights
Location: Wallops Island
The Chincoteague Bay Field Station is a residential environmental learning center and field station. Participants are accommodated in modern, suite-style rooms with four double-occupancy bedrooms with central heat and air-conditioning. Bathrooms are not connected to bedrooms but are shared by only two rooms. All rooms have two twin beds. The two-story residence halls have no elevator and are across campus from meeting spaces and the cafeteria. A large campus lounge allows for camaraderie with fellow Road Scholars, with comfortable chairs and sofas, tables to play games and a TV. Meals are served in a common dining room where residents other than Road Scholars will dine. Good to know: No TVs in rooms. Wi-Fi in main Education Center. Coin-operated laundry room. Housekeeping once a week. Most meals served buffet-style; bus own table.
5 nights
Location: Wallops Island
The Chincoteague Bay Field Station is a residential environmental learning center and field station. Participants are accommodated in modern, suite-style rooms with four double-occupancy bedrooms with central heat and air-conditioning. Bathrooms are not connected to bedrooms but are shared by only two rooms. All rooms have two twin beds. The two-story residence halls have no elevator and are across campus from meeting spaces and the cafeteria. A large campus lounge allows for camaraderie with fellow Road Scholars, with comfortable chairs and sofas, tables to play games and a TV. Meals are served in a common dining room where residents other than Road Scholars will dine. Good to know: No TVs in rooms. Wi-Fi in main Education Center. Coin-operated laundry room. Housekeeping once a week. Most meals served buffet-style; bus own table.
5 nights
Location: Wallops Island
The Chincoteague Bay Field Station is a residential environmental learning center and field station. Participants are accommodated in modern, suite-style rooms with four double-occupancy bedrooms with central heat and air-conditioning. Bathrooms are not connected to bedrooms but are shared by only two rooms. All rooms have two twin beds. The two-story residence halls have no elevator and are across campus from meeting spaces and the cafeteria. A large campus lounge allows for camaraderie with fellow Road Scholars, with comfortable chairs and sofas, tables to play games and a TV. Meals are served in a common dining room where residents other than Road Scholars will dine. Good to know: No TVs in rooms. Wi-Fi in main Education Center. Coin-operated laundry room. Housekeeping once a week. Most meals served buffet-style; bus own table.
Participant Reviews
4.88
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Nancy – Class of 2018 | Springfield, VA
My 8 year old grand daughter and I had so much fun both together and with our peers. We became closer in part becasue I was a co-particiapnt and not just grandma. We both stepped out of our comfort zones - - my grand daughter happily touched sea creatures and I enjoyed army-crawling in a salt pond!
— Review left September 15, 2024
Michael – Class of 2018 | Chevy Chase, MD
The recent trip to Chincoteague to see the wild ponies, the ocean critters, and learn about dunes was wonderful. The leader, Emily, was outstanding. The food was just right for kids, but Chincoteague is something of a food dessert for adults who wanted to go out to eat. Mike Mike
— Review left August 12, 2024
This participant did not give a star rating.
Patricia – Class of 2024 | Silver Spring, MD
Overall, this was a wonderful trip. My 8-year-old grandson LOVED it. Wants me to take him on a similar trip another time, but with a shorter car ride :-). I also took my six-year-old. He had a great time, too, but he told me that 5 days were too long to be away from Mommie. They both made lots of friends and really enjoyed playing soccer and gaga ball in front of the aparments where there was a soccer net and balls. The field trips were very engaging: boat ride, marsh dip, cookout on the beach, dune trip with Hurricane Aimee. The talent show was a wonderful experience for all, and the take home photo-craft was great. All the staff members were wonderful and very patient with the kids. The in-class "lectures" were a bit disappointing--material and presentation was geared more for adults. For example, the vocabulary used, words like "inundated." My grandkids were bored during a lot of it, despite being typically very inquisitive. I noticed many of the other kids seemed bored a lot of the time as well. Another grandma, who used to be a first-grade teacher, agreed with me. I suggest the curriculum be rewritten for small children 5 to 8 and be presented in a more kid-friendly way. My other disappointment was the food. There was not a kids menu. The eight year old did okay, but my six-year-old ate nothing but dessert and fruit loops all 5 days, except during the free afternoon when I took them to a restaurant where he had a hamburger. Another grandma told me that her granddaughter had "only cereal, dessert and lemonade" the whole time. I suggest that there be two or three choices at lunch and dinner for the little ones, such as pizza, chicken fingers, mac and cheese, grilled chesse, pasta with tomato sauce or butter, hot dogs, hambergers, and for dessert, apple sauce and fruit cocktail in its own juice, etc. I realize that this facility is a non-profit, but there was A LOT of wasted food. The kids' menu could be limited to children only. 4 stars
— Review left August 10, 2024
Reply from Road Scholar
Dear Patricia, We are happy to hear you and your grandchildren enjoyed your overall experience and hope you were able to create some lasting memories. We are always looking for ways to improve and appreciate your feedback. We are going to work on implementing shorter classroom sessions with more accessible terminology for this 5-8 year old group. In terms of food, we are constantly working with the dining hall to make adjustments. We have passed this along to the Food Service Manager and Executive Director to be considered. Sincerely, Road Scholar
This participant did not give a star rating.
Vivian – Class of 2011 | Cary, NC
Wonderful trip - the staff worked hard for 5 days straight to provide a wonderful experience. We enjoyed all aspects of the trip - from the educational short lectures, to catching fish and examining them, boat trip, marsh exploration, walking the beach, camp fire, pony viewing etc. The accommodations were great and the food better than expected. Highlights: The varied experiences and opportunity to learn The great attitude and expertise of the staff Suggestion: Have some cool water available just in case
— Review left July 26, 2024
Brenda | LA MESA, CA
What a wonderful experience to share with my grandsons. I know I'll treasure the memories and hope they will as well.
— Review left July 23, 2024
Fred – Class of 2024 | Atlanta, GA
This trip with our 7-year old grandson was a unique, fun and educational experience. Our grandson was actually NOT excited about going on the trip but, after the first day, he surprised us by saying (literally): "I'm sorry I was so negative before about this trip, it is really going to be good!" Some of the experiences were a little out of my comfort zone but found all of the activities to be great and, especially those I considered out of my comfort zone, to be among the highlights. My wife and I and our grandson were all very happy we did this and highly recommend the trip to others! Even the few grandparents who did not physically participate in all of the activities seemed to have a great time.
— Review left July 10, 2024
Sally – Class of 2015 | Arnold, MD
This program was a great introduction to marine science for the kids and for grandparents as well. We received information about the four different habitats we visited and we were able to apply that learning to our field visits. We had little down time, which was great for avoiding boredom especially for kids who are used to constant stimulation from video screens.
— Review left July 6, 2024
Lenore – Class of 2016 | Silver Spring, MD
You've never had real fun till you swam in the mud!!
— Review left July 6, 2024
John | Waterville, ME
Great blend of classroom and hands-on. It was wonderful to watch the kids bond with each other.
— Review left June 29, 2024
This participant did not give a star rating.
Theresa – Class of 2012 | Philadelphia, PA
My grandson and I had such a great time. The staff was very accomaqndationg. We also had a chance to meet people from different areas and backgrounds. It was a great experience for both me and my grandson!
— Review left June 22, 2024
Deborah | North Las Vegas, NV
Marine science with your grandchild was exciting, fun action packed and filled with trips into-the field. My grandson loved it. We had a great time. We have already signed up for another road scholar program for next summer..
— Review left June 21, 2024
Regina – Class of 2019 | Overland Park, KS
This was an excellent trip. My granddaughter and I had a wonderful time, learned so much and met some great kids and grandparents. Thanks RS
— Review left August 18, 2023
Raquel – Class of 2023 | Bonduel, WI
My granddaughter and I had the best time ever on the oceanography adventure at Wallops Island. It was AWSOME!!
— Review left August 15, 2023
Sharon – Class of 2008 | Waupun, WI
Having grown up on a dairy farm in Wisconsin, this opportunity to learn about the coastal ecology, culture and lifestyles was invaluable. Knowing that my granddaughter was having that same experience made it even better.
— Review left August 9, 2023
Bonnie – Class of 2014 | Havertown, PA
All the activities for the children were really informative, interesting and fun! We learned a lot about barrier islands, dunes and salt water organisms. The children enjoyed seeing the wild ponies. Just know that this program is kind of like a week-long summer camp. You stay in dormitories and eat all your meals in a cafeteria. So don't enroll in this program if you like being pampered! My grandson loved every minute of it, which is the whole point of a trip like this, so I have no regrets!
— Review left July 22, 2023
This participant did not give a star rating.
Susanne – Class of 2019 | Alexandria, VA
Fantastic program! Excellent information, activities and meals. Maybe just one mud walk in the salt marshes. It was difficult for the grandparent to have time to clean up everything and do laundry. Could adults and counselors taken turns watching the kids during the free time? Rooms needed dressers and bathrooms more hooks for clothes and wet stuff. The staff was very helpful and accommodating to special needs. Thanks! I'd definitely recommend!
— Review left July 18, 2023
Phyllis – Class of 2011 | Philadelphia, PA
This is an exciting, action filled program more appropriate for the upper ranges of the age group. Be prepared for high heat, humidity, mud and mosquitoes. But you and your grandchild will learn a lot about marine ecology while having a great time in the outdoors. Excellent leaders keeping everything on track made this a memorable bonding experience.
— Review left July 8, 2023
Vicki – Class of 2006 | New Ulm, MN
The staff made this program unforgettable. They were knowledgeable and able to communicate with all ages. They understood the needs and abilities of each camper and made learning fun. Safety came first, but we experienced the outdoors fully.
— Review left July 1, 2023
Gail – Class of 2020 | Charles Town, WV
Be aware that some walking may be through 3 feet of sea water if high tide coincides with the marsh visit.
— Review left June 24, 2023
Mairgrid – Class of 2019 | Belmont, MA
This program was a wonderful experience, a good mix of adventure and learning. The program is well organized and a great balance of learning in the lab and hands-on experiences; the group leaders were knowledgeable and kept the kids enthusiastically engaged. We were kept busy all day and into the evening. I would highly recommend this trip!
— Review left August 11, 2019
Stephen – Class of 2019 | Lawton, OK
Not only did my 5 year old grandson learn amazing details about marshes, sand dunes, tides . . . (too much to list), so did I. So many great field trips and activities, we came back each day exhausted, but also so excited for the events of the next day. Definitely an experience to remember and cherish.
— Review left July 6, 2019





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