Registration for the Ocean Explorers Summer Programs is now open until May 1st. Students interested in learning about marine science and STEM are encouraged to apply.
Applicants in grades 3-6 would be eligible for the Junior Ocean Explorers Summer Program which operates presently, only on St. Thomas. In this program, applicants will learn the basics of swimming, snorkeling, water safety, and marine animal identification.
Applicants in grades 7-12 would be eligible for the Youth Ocean Explorers Summer Program which operates on both St. Thomas and St. Croix. In this program, applicants will learn the snorkeling, scuba diving, marine plant and animal identification, career development, and ecology/ oceanography.
Visit https://www.uvi.edu/community/virgin-islands-marine-advisory-service/index.html
For more information about each respective program contact Howard Forbes, Jr. at (340) 693-1672 or email howard.forbes@uvi.edu at the Center for Marine and Environmental Studies