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Charleston Harbor Nature Quest

Overview

Boat Tour + Barrier Island Beach Walk

Take your students out on a field trip into Charleston Harbor for an interactive lesson of marine biology and regional history!

As soon as we depart the dock, the adventure- and learning!- begins.  Coastal Expeditions naturalists from our Outdoor School engage students with stories of the saltmarsh estuary during the 35-minute ecotour to Drum Island. We often see dolphins, bald eagles, pelicans, ospreys and other inhabitants of the saltmarsh along the way.  Landmarks like Castle Pinckney, Fort Sumter and the Charleston skyline add historical context to the tour.

Once we arrive at Drum Island, students depart from the boat and onto the beach for a nature walk along the shoreline examine shells, fossils and other biofacts with Coastal Expeditions naturalists.

 

Why We Love It

This trip is adjusted to cover the science curriculum standard based with the idea that we will be introducing vocabulary and concepts that students will see again on standardized testing.  This hands-on experience in nature makes the concepts come to life for students.

Options & Rates

2 hours
$27/student

(20 student minimum)

Two teachers at no charge; Additional chaperones are $27/each. 

Departure Locations

(Select your departure location at time of booking)

COASTAL EXPEDITIONS AT SHEM CREEK
514-B MILL STREET
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC 29464
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DANIEL ISLAND WATERFRONT PARK
101 RIVER LANDING DR,
DANIEL ISLAND, SC, 29492
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Things to Know

  • Designed for elementary and middle school students
  • Lessons are adjusted to grade level for SC science curriculum standards
  • Field trip duration is 2 hours
  • Space for parent chaperones is very limited.

FAQ’s

What To Bring & Wear

We’ll send over detailed information once you have confirmed your trip!

 

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 100-ton master captain licenses from the USCG.  Coastal Expeditions boats are custom-built vessels that receive yearly inspections from the U.S. Coast Guard.

Our Boat Fleet

Coastal Expeditions boats are custom-built vessels with yearly U.S. Coast Guard Certificates of Inspection (COI’s). These stable boats are designed for passenger transport in the saltwater estuary and Charleston harbor and are fully covered.  

Our three largest boats hold up to 49 students each.