Nauticus Summer Camps

Nauticus Summer Camps offers Maritime Explorers for ages 8-12, with science experiments, sailing on the Elizabeth River, and exploration of the resiliency of Norfolk. It also offers Sail Voyagers for ages 11-14, with time on the Elizabeth River and its tributaries in an advanced sailing camp week, FloatLab for ages 12-16, and Instructor-In-Training Camp for ages 14-17, where campers work toward U.S. Sailing certification through hands-on waterfront experience.

Programs

• Maritime Explorers — 8-12 · No sailing experience required. Campers will conduct science experiments, learn to sail on the Elizabeth River, explore the resiliency of Norfolk, and more!
• Sail Voyagers — 11-14 · Sailing experience preferred. Campers will spend time exploring the Elizabeth River and its tributaries during this advanced sailing camp week.
• FloatLab — 12-16
• Instructor-In-Training Camp — 14-17 · Sailing experience required. Campers will work toward U.S. Sailing certification while building leadership, teamwork, and lifelong skills through hands-on experience on the waterfront.

At a glance

• Ages: 8–17 years old
• General schedule: Seven weeks of summer camp options; 2026 camp registration open now.
• Facility hours: Monday: Closed; Tuesday-Sunday: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

About the provider

Every summer camp includes an optional overnight experience aboard the Battleship Wisconsin on the final Friday of camp. Parents and siblings may join the overnight for an additional fee, and a Saturday add-on family sail is mentioned. Campers should bring a sleeping bag and pillow. All proceeds from Summer Camp support the Nauticus Foundation.

All proceeds from Summer Camp support the Nauticus Foundation. Cancellations more than 4 weeks in advance receive a full refund minus a $25 processing fee; less than 4 weeks and more than 1 week in advance receive a 50% refund minus the fee; less than 1 week in advance are non-refundable. No refunds or discounts for missed classes, vacation days or dismissal from the program. Extra family members for the overnight pay $50 per adult and $20 per child; minimum age for additional siblings is 5 years old. No outside food allowed on the Battleship; water is permitted.

Last updated October 28, 2026.