SUMMER SCIENCE SCHOOL

The Citizens for the Protection of Waquoit Bay sponsors a Science School for students entering grades 2-9 in July and August. Each session is one week and children are permitted to attend one session.

2011 Science School Description and registration

Bayside Buddies - Children in grades 2-3 will get wet, muddy and inspired while exploring the habitats and wildlife around Waquoit Bay through games, crafts and scientific investigations

Estuary Adventures - Children in grades 4-6 will become young scientists using a variety of equipment, from crab traps to salinity meters to sample the marshes, creeks and bay, discovering an ocean of adventure along the way.

Power Rangers – Renewable Energy Program
Children in grades 4-6 will participate in activities that encourage team work and problem solving while exploring renewable energy concepts. Design and test wind and solar powered devices and use scientific equipment to discover how climate change could affect the creatures that live in the bay.

Woman in Science Program
Young women in grades 7-9 will be inspired and supported from WBNERR staff while building confidence through activities relating to scientific research, marine biology, and ecology. An overnight camping trip fosters peer relationships as girls leave cell phones behind and face the challenges of setting up shelter, cooking and exploring the island at night.

For additional information or to register please call (508) 457-0495 x100.