This year's summer camp dates are June 11, 2012 - August 17, 2012. Camp Hours are 9:00am-4:30pm. Early care is available from 8:00am-9:00am for additional cost. Later care is available from 4:30pm-5:30pm.

Your child's summer camp program will include fun-filled days of education and conservation, animal interactions and shows, field and art activities, a souvenir water bottle, snack, and a camp T-shirt. Upon arrival on Monday morning, your child will receive their summer camp water bottle and T-shirt, as well as a parent letter outlining the week's activities. Normal camp operation hours are 9:00 am – 4:30 pm. Early care (8:00 am– 9:00 am) and late care (4:30 – 5:30 pm) options are available for an additional weekly charge (see registration form).

This year's summer camp themes are as follows:

Water, Water Everywhere!
Did you know that 75% of the earths surface is covered by water? Water plays an essential role in all aspects of life. The ocean supports nearly half of the worlds species. This week campers will learn about the wonders of water and why it plays such a important role in the survival of species on earth.

Animal Olympians
Animals do some pretty amazing things. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to dive as deep as a leatherback sea turtle or to hold your breath as long as a sperm whale? From the deepest divers to the fastest swimmers, campers will learn about some extraordinary feats marine animals exhibit on a daily basis.

Conservation Crusaders
Has it ever crossed your mind that countless animals and habitats are affected by the daily activities of human beings? "Every hour, three species disappear. Every day, up to 150 species are lost. Every year, between 18,000 and 55,00 species become extinct; the cause: human activities" reported by the UN Convention on Biological Diversity. This week campers will learn about how their bad habits affect the health of the planet and its inhabitants.

Click here for the Summer Camp registration form

Enroll your camper in an unforgettable Dolphin Interaction program. Campers in grades Kindergarten through 3rd grade have the option of enrolling in our Dolphin Encounter program (no height requirement). Campers in grades 4th through high school have the option to enroll in our Dolphin Odyssey program. Children must be 52" tall to participate in this program. Spaces are limited so sign your child up today. (Special rates for Seaquarium campers)

Dolphin Odyssey
Campers in grades 4 through high school have the option of signing up to Swim with the Dolphins. Children must be 52" tall to participate in this program and they will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. We will have 14 spots available each week.

Dolphin Encounter
Campers in grades Kindergarten through 3rd grade have the option of signing up for the Dolphin Encounter at Dolphin Harbor. Children must be 5 years of age to participate and they will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. We will have 28 spots available each week.

Lunch Options
Parents have the choice to either purchase lunch from Miami Seaquarium or bring their child's lunch from home. The Lunch Program is provided from our Food Service staff. The cost for the lunch option is $25.00 (cash or credit card) for Monday through Friday. Your child must be enrolled in the Lunch Program for the entire week — we will not accommodate day-by-day requests. Final enrollment in our Lunch Program must be made no later than Monday morning of your child's camp week. Please note that the menu (listed below) cannot be changed.

• Monday: Hot Dog, Grapes, and Gatorade
• Tuesday: Chicken Tenders (2) and French Fries, and Juice
• Wednesday: Hamburger or Cheeseburger, Dole Fruit Cup or Carrots with Dipping Sauce, and Gatorade
• Thursday: Mini Turkey Corn Dogs (5), Macaroni and Cheese, and Juice
• Friday: Cheese Pizza, Apple Slices, Sierra Mist Soda

Campers providing their own lunch from home should bring it in a labeled brown paper bag or lunch box. Lunches will be collected each morning and kept in an air-conditioned facility. Microwaves are not available for the heating of food. Ice water will be available throughout the day and a snack will be provided each afternoon.

For more information on our summer camp program, please call the Education Department at 305-361-5705 ext. 298, 207, or 520.  You can also e-mail us at education@msq.cc.