NOAA Science Camp

NOAA Science Camp introduces middle-school students to ocean and atmospheric sciences through hands-on, problem-solving activities that emphasize solutions to real-world problems. Campers try on SCUBA diving gear and simulate a dive in a hyperbaric chamber, identify different marine mammals by looking at tags and skulls, and analyze water samples while learning how buoys help predict large-scale climate events. They also learn to use marine navigation charts and practice charting skills, explore tools used by ocean and atmospheric scientists, investigate an ocean-related mystery scenario using real NOAA data, participate in team-building activities and outdoor games, and visit other science offices at NOAA’s Western Regional Center.

• Ages: 11–13 years old
• Schedule: One week-long day-camp session in July, Monday–Friday from 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
• Price: 2026 cost is $450 per participant.

For more than twenty years, NOAA Science Camp has introduced middle-school students to the wide range of NOAA’s work through science activities that are designed to align with grade-specific learning objectives. Campers work directly with NOAA scientists and spend each day participating in science activities across the NOAA campus that highlight the unique work that NOAA does. NOAA Science Camp is a day camp program only and does not offer lodging. Partial and full scholarships are available, and the program is committed to providing access and accommodation in its services, programs, and activities. To enter the facility, adults must be on a NOAA-sponsored pre-approved visitor list and show a valid government-issued photo ID at security.

Last updated June 13, 2026.