Underwater Robot Academy: Ages 10-13 years

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center 500 West Fletcher Street, Alpena, MI, United States

Registration is limited and students are expected to attend all (3) days of the program. Ages: 10-13 years Dates: June 20th - 22nd Time: 9:00AM - 12:00PM Description: This three-day academy welcomes kids ages 10-13 who want to roll up their sleeves and learn about marine technology through designing and building an underwater ROV (remotely [...]

The Wonderful Watershed: Ages 8-11 years

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center 500 West Fletcher Street, Alpena, MI, United States

Registration is limited and students are expected to attend all (3) days of the program. Dates: June 26th - 28th Time: 9:00AM - 12:00PM Description: This three-day summer program explores the wonders of the Great Lakes Basin and its many watersheds. What is a watershed? From glacial retreat to local rivers and streams, students will [...]

Outside and Unplugged:  Ages 14-17 years

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center 500 West Fletcher Street, Alpena, MI, United States

Registration is limited and students are expected to attend all (4) days of the program. Dates: August 1st - 4th Time: 8:00AM - 3:00PM Description: This four-day summer program introduces high school students to the numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation and education within the region of the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and encourages them [...]

Underwater Robot Academy

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center 500 West Fletcher Street, Alpena, MI, United States

This three-day academy welcomes kids ages 11-14 who want to roll up their sleeves and learn about marine technology through designing and building an underwater ROV (remotely operated vehicle). Once introduced to the world of ROVs, students will pilot their own designs to accomplish tasks in the Marine Technology and Training Tank on the campus [...]

$10

Archaeology Adventure! (Ages 8-10)

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center 500 West Fletcher Street, Alpena, MI, United States

This two-day adventure welcomes kids ages 8-10 who are interested in digging into the world of maritime archaeology. Join an archaeologist to learn more about shipwrecks through immersive activities, games, and projects. Participants will learn why shipwrecks are important, what shipwreck scientists do, and get to practice those skills in our exhibits. We will also […]

$10

Archaeology Adventure! (Ages 11-13)

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center 500 West Fletcher Street, Alpena, MI, United States

This two-day adventure welcomes kids ages 11-13 years old who are interested in digging into the world of maritime archaeology. Join an archaeologist to learn more about shipwrecks through immersive activities, games, and projects. Participants will learn why shipwrecks are important, what shipwreck scientists do, and get to practice those skills in our exhibits. We […]

$10

Learn to Snorkel (Ages 13-17)

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center 500 West Fletcher Street, Alpena, MI, United States

In this 2-hour program, join sanctuary staff in the Marine Tech Training Tank to learn the basics of snorkeling. Through fun activities, games, and comprehensive instruction, participants will learn breathing and finning techniques, mask defogging and snorkel clearing. Topics will also include respect of the water and marine life and how to stay safe and […]

$10

Learn to Snorkel (Ages 8-12)

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center 500 West Fletcher Street, Alpena, MI, United States

In this 2-hour program, join sanctuary staff in the Marine Tech Training Tank to learn the basics of snorkeling. Through fun activities, games, and comprehensive instruction, participants will learn breathing and finning techniques, mask defogging and snorkel clearing. Topics will also include respect of the water and marine life and how to stay safe and […]

$10

Outside and Unplugged – Session 1

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center 500 West Fletcher Street, Alpena, MI, United States

This summer program introduces high school students to the numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation and education within the region of the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and encourages them to put down their electronic devices and be present in the moment. Through a stewardship and historical lens, youth will explore the natural and cultural resources […]

$10

Outside and Unplugged – Session 2

Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center 500 West Fletcher Street, Alpena, MI, United States

This summer program introduces high school students to the numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation and education within the region of the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary and encourages them to put down their electronic devices and be present in the moment. Through a stewardship and historical lens, youth will explore the natural and cultural resources […]

$10
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