High School Advanced Marine Science
Hurricane Island programs embed students in experiences that leverage the art and practices of science as tools for leadership and social change. Through personal and group explorations, students explore their own strengths as transformative leaders who can address the sustainability challenges facing our world today.
At-A-Glance
Dates: July 14 - 23, 2024
Ages: Rising 10th - 12th graders
Cost: $2300 - All inclusive of transportation between Rockland and Hurricane Island, housing, meals, snacks, and all programming
In this program, students entering grades 10-12 will work with our staff to come up with marine science research questions and conduct their own independent research project. The first few days will be a deep dive into marine habitats and inhabitants on Hurricane and other surrounding islands, learning sampling methods scientists use to develop research projects, and highlighting current research being done in the Gulf of Maine. During the week, students will design and implement their own research projects, collecting data, culminating in a presentation for friends and family. This program will give students the opportunity to talk to marine scientists from the Penobscot Bay region, and to learn about the many marine science and ocean-centric career pathways. The pace of this experience allows for a satisfying balance between traditional Hurricane Island adventures (rock climbing, rowing, lobstering, pier jumping, etc.) while focusing on growing as young scientists and ocean stewards.
High School Advanced Marine Science activities may include:
Exploring the water and islands of Penobscot Bay as an oceanographer
Working with the research team to get hands-on with Hurricane’s aquaculture projects
Investigating the intertidal zone and using field research methods to collect data for analysis
Experience using marine sampling gear and techniques including a Niskin bottle, Ekman dredge, plankton tows, and analyzing the water chemistry, plankton abundance and diversity, and sediment grain sizes throughout the Penobscot Bay.
Using close observation in a variety of contexts to see the world in new ways
Learning about various career trajectories from our staff and visiting scientists
“I wasn’t confident in myself or my ability to lead, but being allowed to be myself, free of judgement and given so many great opportunities, has helped my self esteem and confidence so much.”
