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| | Family Camps - Marine Science Consortium | | Description: | Family Camps at Marine Science Consortium are an awesome way for your family to get away, unwind, and enjoy a holiday weekend on the beautiful coastal islands of the Eastern Shore of Virginia! Spend time with your family on the gorgeous coast discovering and learning about the magnificent world of marine science. Family Campers will throw a trawl net and collect marine creatures on an ocean research vessel, kayak through tidal creeks, explore marine habitats, walk knee deep in marsh mud and enjoy the sun on a barrier island beach. Wild Ponies, Egrets and Horseshoe Crabs all await you! This perfect all-inclusive family vacation is also affordable! Register and send in your full payment before April 1st, 2012 and receive a 5% discount! We currently offer two family camps over the Fourth of July and Labor Day holiday extended weekends. | | | | Starts: | Friday, Aug 31 2012 12:00 am | | Ends: | Monday, Sep 3 2012 12:00 am | | Where: | 34001 Mill Dam Road, Wallops Island, Virginia, 23337 More Details |
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| | Family Camp - Marine Science Consortium- July 4th Weeklong Adventure | | Description: | Family Camps at Marine Science Consortium are an awesome way for your family to get away, unwind, and enjoy a holiday on the beautiful coastal islands of the Eastern Shore of Virginia! Spend time with your family on the gorgeous coast discovering and learning about the magnificent world of marine science. Family Campers will throw a trawl net and collect marine creatures on an ocean research vessel, kayak through tidal creeks, explore marine habitats, walk knee deep in marsh mud and enjoy the sun on a barrier island beach. Wild Ponies, Egrets and Horseshoe Crabs all await you! This perfect all-inclusive family vacation is also affordable! Register and send in your full payment before April 1st, 2012 and receive a 5% discount! | | | | Starts: | Sunday, Jul 1 2012 12:00 am | | Ends: | Friday, Jul 6 2012 12:00 am | | Where: | 34001 Mill Dam Road, Wallops Island, Virginia, 23337 More Details |
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| | Native American Tools and Flint Knapping Workshop | | Description: | During the flint knapping workshop students will take a voyage back in time, learning the ancient skill of stone tool making.The flint knapping class will begin by looking into how rocks break. We will address the major rules for reduction. Working with Glass and Flint class participants will focus on the proper form and early stages of reduction which include percussion flaking, and bi-facing. The more advanced techniques including; pressure flaking and notching will be demonstrated by instructor and used depending on participants previous experience.Tools and materials will be provided and each student will receive a flint knapping tool kit to take home.Admission Fee: $115/personUpcoming Events Basketry WorkshopApr 27, 2012 Digital Wildlife & Nature Photography Beginners to Intermediate WorkshopMay 4, 2012 See All Related Listings Marine Science Consortium Outdoors and Sports | | | | Starts: | Saturday, May 26 2012 9:00 am | | Where: | 34001 Mill Dam Road, Wallops Island, Virginia, 23337 More Details |
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| | Daddy and Me Marine Science Adventure Weekend | | Description: | Do something different this year. Celebrate Fathers Day with the MSC! Spend time with the family and learn about amazing and unique coastal environments. This weekend will include fun activities such as trawling on the boat, a marsh fieldtrip, intertidal seining, NASA Visit, nature hikes and a range of fun family activities.Admission Fee: $155/personUpcoming Events Basketry WorkshopApr 27, 2012 Digital Wildlife & Nature Photography Beginners to Intermediate WorkshopMay 4, 2012 See All Related Listings Marine Science Consortium Outdoors and Sports | | | | Starts: | Friday, Jun 15 2012 12:00 am | | Ends: | Sunday, Jun 17 2012 12:00 am | | Where: | 34001 Mill Dam Road, Wallops Island, Virginia, 23337 More Details |
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| | Eastern Shore Kayaking and Cycling Adventure ! | | Description: | Get ready for an adventure as you Cycle and Paddle your way across the Eastern Shore! This 3 day tour will show you the Shore like youve never seen it before! Learn about natural history and ecology as you bike and kayak your way through beautiful scenery. Our day long bike ride will take us to the barrier islands of Chincoteague and Assateague. We will learn about the interesting history of the island of Chincoteague and the excitement of the Wild Ponies. Well spend the second day exploring the Pocomoke River by kayak! This River is one of the most stunning and wild places to paddle. On our last morning take a boat trip through one of the most productive ecosystems on earth! We will trawl to sample the myriad organisms found in our estuary. This trip is all-inclusive. Meal and Lodging are all included in one low cost.Upcoming Events Basketry WorkshopApr 27, 2012 Digital Wildlife & Nature Photography Beginners to Intermediate WorkshopMay 4, 2012 See All Related Listings Marine Scie | | | | Starts: | Friday, Sep 28 2012 12:00 am | | Ends: | Monday, Oct 1 2012 12:00 am | | Where: | 34001 Mill Dam Road, Wallops Island, Virginia, 23337 More Details |
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| | Homeschoolers Marine Adventure | | Description: | Don't have a laboratory in your basement or an Oceanic Research Vessel in your backyard? Dont worry, here at the Marine Science Consortium we understand the challenges parents face when they teach science in the home. The Marine Science Consortium is your resource for bridging the gap between marine science curriculum and student understanding. Our Homeschoolers Workshops are tailored for the budding Marine Biologist in your home. Our workshops provide hands-on observation of marine environments and life forms as well as time to socialize with other young marine biologist. This 2 day Learning Vacation is all-inclusive. Meal and Lodging are all included in one low cost.Admission Fee: $110-$130Upcoming Events Basketry WorkshopApr 27, 2012 Digital Wildlife & Nature Photography Beginners to Intermediate WorkshopMay 4, 2012 See All Related Listings Marine Science Consortium Outdoors and Sports | | | | Starts: | Wednesday, May 9 2012 12:00 am | | Ends: | Friday, May 11 2012 12:00 am | | Where: | 34001 Mill Dam Road, Wallops Island, Virginia, 23337 More Details |
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| | Boy Scout Weekend - Marine Science Consortium | | Description: | This is a weekend-long course to give Scouts all the necessary knowledge and skills to complete the requirements for a merit badges. The badge offered this weekend is Oceanography.Admission Fee: $155/personUpcoming Events Basketry WorkshopApr 27, 2012 Digital Wildlife & Nature Photography Beginners to Intermediate WorkshopMay 4, 2012 See All Related Listings Marine Science Consortium Outdoors and Sports | | | | Starts: | Friday, Oct 12 2012 12:00 am | | Ends: | Sunday, Oct 14 2012 12:00 am | | Where: | 34001 Mill Dam Road, Wallops Island, Virginia, 23337 More Details |
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| | Skin on Frame Kayaking Building Workshop | | Description: | Building a skin-on-frame kayak will mean more to you than you could ever envision. You get a boat you can be proud of, a kayak you will love, and the knowledge and confidence to build one on your own. This workshop is designed for individuals with an interest in creating a seaworthy craft with their own hands. SOF kayak building is one of the most exciting, skill enhancing and satisfying projects you can undertake. This workshop is perfect for beginner boat builders. It's not complicated, and you will learn the skills needed as you go. You will have a week of enjoyable work mixed in with kayaking adventures. All of the wooden parts of your kayak will be precut by our skilled instructor. Kayaks will be constructed of Western Red Cedar and covered with 9 ounce Dacron skin to create a strong outer skin. Participants can choose to build one of two, skin-on-frame kayak designs. Kayak completion will take five days and will be taught through a series of guided solo and group activities. | | | | Starts: | Wednesday, Aug 29 2012 12:00 am | | Ends: | Monday, Sep 3 2012 12:00 am | | Where: | 34001 Mill Dam Road, Wallops Island, Virginia, 23337 More Details |
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| | Digital Wildlife & Nature Photography Intermediate to Advanced Workshop | | Description: | Located on the Atlantic Flyway, the Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge is an important stop for a large number of migratory birds. This time of year is perfect for photographing a variety of bird species as well as the dynamic and breathtaking landscape. This intermediate to advanced workshop will concentrate on the more complex aspects of nature photography. As with the beginners to intermediate workshops, the emphasis is also on personal instruction; however participant will have more time spent in the field and more opportunities for image critiques. During this workshop, comprehensive field sessions offer great hands-on experience and provide an opportunity to capture stunning photos of natural subjects. Indoor class sessions explore the practical and theoretical aspects of image creation. The daily itinerary is set to provide photographers with maximum photography time, based on wildlife activity, weather conditions and light. The Eastern Shore of Virginia is a photographer | | | | Starts: | Wednesday, Nov 7 2012 12:00 am | | Ends: | Sunday, Nov 11 2012 12:00 am | | Where: | 34001 Mill Dam Road, Wallops Island, Virginia, 23337 More Details |
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| | Digital Wildlife & Nature Photography Beginners to Intermediate Workshop | | Description: | This workshop is an introduction to nature and wildlife photography. The daily itinerary is set to provide photographers with maximum photography time, based on wildlife activity, weather conditions and light. The Eastern Shore of Virginia is a photographer's paradise, and the area around Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge and Assateague National Seashore is phenomenal. The Island is full of wildlife and there are many fabulous places to capture and experience the beauty of pristine marsh lands, coastal forests and trails that lead to panoramic vistas and overlooks. We will also take a boat trip through the scenic marshes and tidal creeks of the area. In addition to photographic instruction, this photography workshop includes all meals during your adventures and three nights of double-occupancy lodging at the Marine Science Consortium.Upcoming Events Basketry WorkshopApr 27, 2012 See All Related Listings Marine Science Consortium Outdoors and Sports | | | | Starts: | Friday, May 4 2012 12:00 am | | Ends: | Monday, May 7 2012 12:00 am | | Where: | 34001 Mill Dam Road, Wallops Island, Virginia, 23337 More Details |
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