AquaCamps at the Vancouver Aquarium
Kids explore the intriguing world of marine mammals, fabulous fish and other cool creatures through hands-on activities, exploration, games and crafts. Plus check out the behind-the-scenes action! Remember Members save 20%. Family membership (2 Adults & 3 Children) is only $125. For specific program options and dates, please scroll down to the appropriate age group.
Summer Camp for Kids!
Get ready to dive into summer as kids explore the aquatic world around us. We offer camps for children in Kindergarten to Grade Eight, and camps range from one to five days long. Age groupings are based on the grades children will be entering in fall 2008. All camps run from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., except the half-day Kindergarten camp, which runs from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Registration begins Monday April 14th, 2008.
Regular Camp Programs
(Camp T-shirt included!)
Kindergarten (5 half-days) * Full (Waiting List Available)
Grades 1-2 (3 days)
Grades 3-5 (4 days)
Grades 6-8 (5 days)
New! One-Day Programs
(Vancouver Aquarium lanyard included!)
Grades 1-2
Grades 3-5
Regular Camp Programs
Kindergarten (5 half-days)
Sea Squirts Camp (Both camps full, waiting list available)
Discover the wonders of the sea. Join us for five mornings of stories, games and crafts as we learn about blubbery belugas, sensational sharks and so much more. Perfect for the budding mini marine biologist.
When: August 25 to 29 (Two Camps Available: Session A and Session B)
Cost: Regular price $170; Members $136
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Grades 1-2 (3 days)
Marine Mammal Madness Camp
Explore the amazing mammals that roam the world’s oceans, including those that live right here at the Aquarium.
When: July 1 to 3 or July 28 to 30 (Full, waiting list available)
Cost: Regular price $192; Members $154
Underwater Adventures Camp (Both camps full, waiting list available)
Learn about the many plants and animals that call the ocean home. From sharks to sea lions to seaweed, we will study and explore what it takes to survive under water.
When: July 16 to 18 or August 11 to 13
Cost: Regular price $192; Members $154
New! Arctic Explorers Camp (Full, waiting list available)
Are you brave enough to endure the extreme climate of Canada’s Arctic? Come and explore the real North Pole as you come face-to-face with some of the Aquarium’s Arctic residents, and learn about the creatures that call it home.
When: August 6 to 8
Cost: Regular price $192; Members $154
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Grades 3-5 (4 days)
Marine Mammal Madness Camp
Explore the amazing mammals that roam the world’s oceans, including those that live right here at the Aquarium.
When: July 1 to 4 or July 28 to 31
Cost: Regular price $276; Members $221
Ocean Explorers Camp (Both camps full, waiting list available)
Become an ocean expert through hands-on activities and wildlife excursions. Study whales, research sea lions and gain new insights into the ocean ecosystem. This camp includes a trip to the Vancouver Aquarium’s Marine Mammal Rescue Centre.
When: July 8 to 11or July 22 to 25
Cost: Regular price $296; Members $237
Underwater Adventures Camp
Learn about the many plants and animals that call the ocean home. From sharks to sea lions to seaweed, we will study and explore what it takes to survive under water.
When: July 15 to 18 or August 12 to 15
Cost: Regular price $256; Members $205
Eco-Rangers Camp (Full, waiting list available)
From the flooded Amazon basin to our marshes and shorelines, explore these unique ecosystems and learn why it’s so important to preserve them. Learn how to become a better steward of the environment and see what the Aquarium is doing to put Conservation in Action. This camp includes a field trip to the Mountain View Conservation and Breeding Centre.
When: August 18 to 21
Cost: Regular price $288; Members $231
New! Arctic Explorers Camp
Are you brave enough to endure the extreme climate of Canada’s Arctic? Come and explore the real North Pole as you come face-to-face with some of the Aquarium’s Arctic residents, and learn about the creatures that call it home.
When: August 5 to 8
Cost: Regular price $276; Members $221
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Grades 6-8 (5 days)
Ocean Explorers Camp
Become an ocean expert through hands-on activities and wildlife excursions. Study whales, research sea lions and gain new insights into the ocean ecosystem. This camp includes a trip to the Vancouver Aquarium’s Marine Mammal Rescue Centre.
When: July 7 to 11(Full) or July 21 to 25
Cost: Regular price $385; Members $308
Eco-Rangers Camp
From the flooded Amazon basin to our marshes and shorelines, explore these unique ecosystems and learn why it’s so important to preserve them. Learn how to become a better steward of the environment and see what the Aquarium is doing to put Conservation in Action. This camp includes a field trip to the Mountain View Conservation and Breeding Centre.
When: August 18 to 22
Cost: Regular price $360; Members $288
New One-Day Programs
Grades 1-2
BC Biologists
Explore the creatures that are right at our fingertips. From orcas to otters, tide pools to salmon streams, kids will get an in-depth look at the ecosystems that are right next door.
When: July 4
Cost: Regular price $80; Members $64
Tropical Treasures
Join us as we head south to investigate the animals that inhabit the heat. From rainforests to coral reefs, these unique creatures are sure to amaze.
When: July 15 or August 14
Cost: Regular price $80; Members $64
Into The Deep
Learn what it takes to survive in some of the most extreme aquatic environments as we dive into the darkest reaches of the ocean to discover the creeps of the deep.
When: July 31 or August 5
Cost: Regular price $80; Members $64
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Grades 3-5
BC Biologists
Explore the creatures that are right at our fingertips. From orcas to otters, tide pools to salmon streams, kids will get an in-depth look at the ecosystems that are right next door.
When: July 7 or July 21(Cancelled)
Cost: Regular price $80; Members $64
Tropical Treasures
Join us as we head south to investigate the animals that inhabit the heat. From rainforests to coral reefs, these unique creatures are sure to amaze.
When: July 14 or August 11
Cost: Regular price $80; Members $64
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Registration
To register for a program, please call 604-659-3552 or send an e-mail to programs@vanaqua.org, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Please note,
cancellations within 14 days of program start date are non-refundable.
Cancellation fees will apply. The Vancouver Aquarium
reserves the right to cancel a camp one week prior to start
date due to low registration.
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