Farallones Marine Sanctuary Association protecting our ocean wilderness through public stewardship

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A special habitat rests between the land and the sea, with creatures not fully comfortable unless challenged by drying out in the sun, drastic changes in temperature, waves smashing into their rocks at frequent intervals, and crowded conditions where organisms will live on each other in as many as four layers! The tidepools at the edge of the Sanctuary provide unique insight into the life and challenges of the sea....Read More >>

Sanctuary Explorer's Camp 2009

Explore the hidden treasures of our coast, become a junior marine scientist, and help protect our local marine sanctuaries – all in one exciting week. Campers investigate the fascinating array of plants and animals of the sanctuary by visiting tidepools, sandy beaches and coastal wetlands. This action-packed week culminates in a kayaking adventure on the San Francisco Bay.

Sessions:
Session A (Ages 8-12): July 6 - 10, 2009
Session B (Ages 8-12): July 20 - 24, 2009

Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Note: Extended care is available from 3:30 - 5:00 PM for an additional $15 per day.

Location:
Pick-up and drop-off each day at the Gulf of the Farallones building,The Presidio, San Francisco.

Fee: $350
Early Enrollment Fee (before March 15): $330
FMSA Member Fee: $330

Registration:
To register, download a Camp Registration Form (pdf 108 KB)
Financial aid is available to families in need. Download a Financial Aid Form (pdf 84 KB).

For more information:
Contact Sara Heintzelman, (415) 561 - 6625 x304

SEA Camp

Summer Partnership with the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department (SFRP) and Home Away From Homelessness!

For 4-5 weeks each summer, FMSA offers our SEA Camp to children from SFRP Recreation Centers throughout San Francisco. We would like to thank our partners and funders, especially the David B. Gold Foundation, Autodesk, NorCal Grantmakers, the Department of Children, Youth and Family, and the Aquarium of the Bay for making this wonderful partnership possible. View the 2008 Final Report (pdf 2.4 MB).

Campers learning to watch for shorebirds

Students of nature at Audobon Canyon Ranch on the Marin County coast

Campers at Audubon Canyon Ranch on the Marin County coast

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Thank you to our supporters of SEA Camp!