Waquoit Bay Summer Science School
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To register your child, please click on the session dates below, fill out the online registration, and complete payment.
In addition to online registration, please print and email or mail the Immunization Form. You may use your Doctor’s office camp/school release form or the below Immunization Form. Registrations will only be considered complete upon receipt of the immunization form.
Email to:
waquoitbayscienceschool@gmail.com
Mail to:
Waquoit Bay Reserve Foundation
Attn: Science School
P.O. Box 3522, Waquoit, MA 02536
Scholarships – To apply for full or partial scholarships please click here for the application.
What to bring to summer science school & general information.
For additional information please email: waquoitbayscienceschool@gmail.com. Please note, this email is not monitored regularly during the winter months.
Bayside Buddies
Full or Half-day sessions for students entering grades 2-3 in the fall of 2025
Children will get wet, muddy, and inspired through games, art, and basic scientific investigations. They will explore nature in various habitats around Waquoit Bay including forest, field, and marshes. The students will study wildlife from crabs in the bay to Osprey on our nesting platform, starting their journey to become estuary stewards.
To register click on the session below.
Estuary Adventures
Full-day sessions for students entering grades 4-6 in the fall of 2025
Young scientists will conduct hands-on investigations based on research projects at the Reserve from water quality of the bay to wildlife observations. They will learn to use a variety of instruments to help with their discoveries and play games relating to the estuary. Students will wade into the marshes to find estuary creatures and learn about the wildlife around Waquoit Bay.
To register click on the session below.
Women in Science
Full-day sessions for students entering grades 7-9 in the fall of 2025
Students will receive inspiration and support as they meet women scientists who will describe their career paths and research projects. They will conduct field research in the estuary as well as engineering and art projects relating to the Reserve. This hands-on session is sure to provide plenty of fun, build confidence, and offer a look at potential careers in science, technology, and engineering.
To register click on the session below.
TIDAL Quest: Teens Investigating Diversity of Aquatic Life
Full-day session for students entering grades 9-12 in the fall of 2025
Do you love science, technology, and figuring out how things work? Join a small team of students spending a week in the field while conducting environmental monitoring projects with Waquoit Bay Reserve scientists. Students will discover the latest technologies used locally to study climate change and sea level rise, monitor wildlife, and examine plant communities. They will look for ways to solve environmental issues and developing questions to investigate. Participation in this session may help determine a career path or boost a college application.
To register click on the session below.
August 4-8, 2025 – 9:00am – 3:00pm
To hear an audio clip of Waquoit Bay History and teens exploring the estuary click here. Narrated by Pam Briscoe, Waquoit resident, featured speaker Jim Rassman, Stewardship Coordinator, Waquoit Bay NERR and Science School Instructor, Gil Newton
Marine Life Investigations
Full-day session for students entering grades 6-8 in the fall of 2025
Each day they will take an in-depth look at an animal species found in the estuary. Through observation they will learn its traits and adaptations. They will study its life cycle, population and research that has been done at Waquoit or on the Cape. They will have fun recreating some adaptations through biomimicry and use games as well as art to discover more about our animal.
To register click on the session below.
Cancellation Policy – Cancellation requests received before May 1st will receive a full refund less a $25.00 administrative fee. Cancellations/Refund requests received after May 1st will only be made if we are able to fill your child’s spot less a $25.00 administrative fee.
