Kids love our camps! With seven different habitats in Odiorne Point State Park to explore, and live animal and hands-on exhibits in the Center to reinforce learning, campers gain a great understanding and appreciation of the natural world around them.
Our Counselors
All camp counselors are skilled educators who know how to excite children about science through hands-on learning fun. Our low camper-to-counselor ratio for each age group ensures a safe, enriching experience for every camper.
Our Campers
Children are grouped by grade and Trekkers (ages 4 to 5) have their own classroom. Come find out why many of our campers return year after year and form lasting friendships.
Health and Safety Protocol
Seacoast Science Center believes that the safety of its visitors, program participants, and staff and volunteers is of paramount importance. For 30 years, SSC has established a track record for putting the safety of its program participants first. We also believe it is important for SSC to provide a trusted source of child day care for parents and an educational outlet for children in our community. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have expanded our day camp health and safety protocols while putting in place additional preventative measures for infectious disease control. All procedures and protocols were developed with the best practices advanced by the US Centers for Disease Control and State of NH Covid-19 Response Universal Best Practices in mind.
Please read our Health and Safety Protocol for Youth Programs Fall 2022-Winter 2023 for a detailed plan of the protocol and procedures followed for all youth programs in consideration of COVID-19. Be aware that there may be updates to our policies to ensure a safe environment as the community health situation evolves.
Please select the grade your child is currently in.
To reach the Camp Director while camp is in session, please call 603-812-9425.
Our Programs
Seaside Safari
Grades K to 5
9am-3pm
Extended care available.
Seaside Safari Camp is a fun-filled learning adventure that takes advantage of the natural classroom just outside our doors in historic, 135-acre Odiorne Point State Park. The Center’s hands-on exhibits, scientific instruments, and teaching technology of the Gregg Interactive Learning Studio reinforce learning. Lessons, activities, art projects, games, and stories combine for a full day of learning, excitement and fun!
Safari December Camp
December 27-30, 2022
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Safari February Camp
February 20-24 and February 27-March 4, 2023
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Safari April Camp
April 17-21 and April 24-28, 2023
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Safari Summer Camp
June 19 through August 25th, 2023
details to come
Treks
Ages 4-5
9am-3pm or 9am-12pm
With seven different habitats in Odiorne Point State Park to explore, and live animal and hands-on exhibits in the Center to reinforce learning, campers gain a great understanding and appreciation of the natural world around them.
Treks December Camp
December 27-30, 2022
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Treks February Camp
February 20-24 and February 27-March 4, 2023
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Treks April Camp
April 17-21 and April 24-28, 2023
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Treks Summer Camp
June 19 through August 25th, 2023
details to come
Seaside Safari: Stewards
Grades 6-8
Summers only; dates vary.
9am-3pm
Stewards is a field-trip based program offered during the summer only. Stewards spend the day immersed in nature, learning about ecosystems and how to become caretakers of the natural environment, or visiting other regional environmental institutions to expand their knowledge.
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2023 details to come
Marine Biology Camp for High School Students
Grades 9-12
July 18-22
9am-3pm
This 1-week marine biology camp for science-minded high school students interested in pursuing studies in marine biology or a related science field, includes in-depth, hands-on lessons that will give students practical experience and insight into marine science careers.
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2023 details to come