SHEM CREEK EXPLORERS
Overview
Monthly After School Program
Offered weekdays, 2:30-5:30 p.m.
Ages 5-9
Sign up for a weekly afternoon of fun and outdoor skills development on Shem Creek!
Weekly activities include: fossil hunting, shelter building, crabbing, scavenger hunts, marsh walks and nature-based craft projects.
Monday through Thursday are boat days, where we explore nearby barrier islands and fossil hunt. Fridays are at the Outdoor School campus with scavenger hunts, nature-based projects and dip netting on the dock.
This program is rain or shine! If conditions aren’t right to be outdoors, we have an indoor classroom for projects and games.
Why We Love It
One things kids don’t get enough is free play in nature. We know that it build confidence, increases happiness and allows kids to engage with each other. Our after school program keeps kids connected with the outdoors (and disconnected from their screens).
Monthly Schedule & Details
When registering each month, select as many days a week that you need for after school care. If you select 3 or more weekdays a month, you will receive a $50 discount.
Monthly rates vary, equal to $34/day. When you sign up, you’ll see the monthly rate for each session.
Mondays |
2:30-5:30 p.m. |
Tuesdays |
2:30-5:30 p.m. |
Wednesday |
2:30-5:30 p.m. |
Thursdays |
2:30-5:30 p.m. |
Fridays |
2:30-5:30 p.m. |
Note: Drop off is from 2:30-3 p.m. and pick up is from 5-5:30 p.m.
Charleston County School District has arranged a school bus route to Coastal Expeditions for Mount Pleasant Academy students.
MEETING PLACE
Coastal Expeditions at Shem Creek
514 Mill Street
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
THINGS TO KNOW
- When checking out, select the month and day(s) of the week that you want to reserve. You can register for multiple days in one transaction.
- The rates per month change because of holidays (We follow the CCSD calendar)
If you have questions, please reach out to our Education Director, Katie Morrison
What To Pack & Wear
Kids should be dressed for the weather, including a hat to protect from the sun. Even if it is warm, a windbreaker is recommended for the boat ride. Wear shoes that can get wet and will stay on their feet (Tevas/Chacos/sneakers).
Bring water, snack, towel and sunscreen in a small bag or backpack.
Guide Safety & Training
All Coastal Expeditions guides hold certifications in first aid, CPR and lifeguarding. As year-round leaders of day camps and school field trips, our staff is well-trained to keep safety at the forefront. Children wear PFDs while they are on each daily expedition.
Our captains hold current master captain licenses from the USCG. Coastal Expeditions boats are custom-built vessels that receive yearly inspections from the U.S. Coast Guard.