Camps

Explore our exciting camp options below! For Spring Break, we have both day-long and week-long spots available, each featuring a unique marine theme every day. Our Summer Camp runs throughout the season and promises engaging marine science activities that will create unforgettable experiences for your child.

Spring Break Camp

March 17 - 21, 2025

Let's get artsea! This spring, we're going to mix a splash of science with a dash of creativity for a unique week of ocean art camp you won't want to miss. As always, Tampa Bay Watch campers will embark on exciting adventures, participating in engaging labs, boat trips, and ecosystem explorations to discover the fascinating creatures that call our waters home. 

But that’s just the beginning! Each day will also be infused with crafts, music, and movement, ensuring a fun-filled experience that brings the Bay’s animal inhabitants to life. Drop in for a day or two or register for the whole week. No matter what, you’ll leave with new knowledge, some art projects worth keeping, and a deeper connection to our ocean environment. 

Registration opens January 13, 2025 at 9:00 AM!

View our Spring Break 2025 Information Packet to learn more.

Cost: $75 per day
Ages: 6 - 10
Time: 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM
Location:

Discovery Center: 700 2nd Ave NE, St Petersburg, FL 33701

or

Auer Marine Education Center: 3000 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde, FL 33715

Questions? Email: education@tampabaywatch.org

Discovery
Center
Camp Schedule

Monday

Alligator

Tuesday

Squid

Wednesday

Snook

Thursday

Seahorse

Friday

Snake

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Auer Marine Education Center Camp Schedule

Monday

Octopus

Tuesday

Parrotfish

Wednesday

Shark

Thursday

Dolphin

Friday

Scallop

Summer Camp

June - August

Summer Camp 2025 Coming Soon

Registration opens March 10, 2025 at 9:00 AM.

Weeklong Day Camps: Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

Cost: $360 per week (members receive 10% off, please call (727) 867-8166 ext. 241 for more information)

Location:

Discovery Center: 700 2nd Ave NE, St Petersburg, FL 33701

or

Auer Marine Education Center: 3000 Pinellas Bayway S, Tierra Verde, FL 33715

Questions? Please send an email to education@tampabaywatch.org – we’re happy to help!

Summer Camp 2024 Parent Info Packet: Click here to download

Summer Camp Dates

Ages 6 - 8

June 2 - 6, Tierra Verde

June 9 - 13, Discovery Center

June 16 - 20, Tierra Verde

June 23 - 27, Discovery Center

July 14 - 18, Tierra Verde

July 21 - 25, Discovery Center

July 28 - August 1, Tierra Verde

August 4 - 8, Discovery Center

Ages 9 - 12

June 2 - 6, Discovery Center

June 9 - 13, Tierra Verde

June 16 - 20, Discovery Center

June 23 - 27, Tierra Verde

July 7 - 11, Discovery Center

July 21 - 25, Tierra Verde

July 28 - August 1, Discovery Center

August 4 - 8, Tierra Verde

Ages 13 - 15

July 7 - 11, Tierra Verde

July 14 - 18, Discovery Center

Ages 16 - 18, Junior Counselor

More details and application form are coming soon!

The registration button will become active when camp registration opens. No space left in the week of your choice? Don’t worry, there’s a waitlist!

PLEASE NOTE!
Full-face snorkel masks are not permitted during snorkeling excursions or other water-based Tampa Bay Watch programs. Safety is our top priority, and there are a number of risks associated with this type of equipment. Clean, sanitized traditional-style masks and snorkels are available for participants to borrow upon request.

FOUL WEATHER POLICY:
We do our best to ensure that all planned activities are accomplished throughout the camp day, but safety is our first priority, and camp staff and captains reserve the right to change the daily schedule based on weather conditions (e.g. rain, high winds).

CANCELLATION/ REFUND POLICY:
If you notify Tampa Bay Watch of your intent to cancel at least 14 days before your child's camp session, the camp registration fee will be assessed for a full or partial refund at the camp coordinator’s discretion and a $25 administrative fee will be held against any refunds provided. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than14 business days before your camper’s session start date, if your camper does not show up for their camp session, or if your camper is dismissed from camp by camp staff for behavioral issues. If you have questions about a refund, please email tbwdceducation@tampabaywatch.org.

In the event of an unavoidable emergency or medical concern, a full refund will be issued. Tampa Bay Watch reserves the right to modify or discontinue programs due to inclement weather or to maintain safe operations. In in the unlikely event of a cancellation, a full refund will be issued. If you have questions about cancellations and/or refunds please contact tbwdceducation@tampabaywatch.org.

My son said he actually did not have a least favorite part of camp… he liked everything! We were incredibly pleased with this camp from start to finish. Caring and knowledgeable team of teachers, wonderful facilities, incredible experiences, creative and intentional plans each day. We cannot wait to be a part of this next summer!