Summer Camp

Coastal Explorers Camp • Ages 5-8

Overview

For our younger naturalists, this week-long day camp is an exploration of the creeks and islands near Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant!

Daily activities change each week based on the tides and weather and include:
– Fossil/shark tooth hunting & identification
– Morris Island boat ride and island hike
– Crabbing & Touch Tank
– Boat ride to see baby birds on Crab Bank
– Team building games!
– Owl pellet dissection
– Learning about indigenous reptiles

Why We Love It

This camp gives younger kids a chance to play and explore, learning about the salt marsh estuary and all of its wonders.  It’s a great baseline for a lifetime of outdoor exploration.

Rates & Camp Weeks

$300 | M-F
8:30-11:30am or 12-3pm

June 2-6
June 9-13
June 16-20
June 23-27
July 7-11
July 14-18
July 21-25
July 28-August 1
August 4-8

($25 discount applied when full payment is made if signing up multiple sessions or kids)

Departure Point

Coastal Expeditions at Shem Creek
514 Mill Street
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

2025 Sessions

June 2-6
June 9-13
June 16-20
June 23-27
July 7-11
July 14-18
July 21-25
July 28-August 1
August 4-8

Morning and Afternoon Options Each Week!
Camp 1- 8:30am-11:30am
Camp 2- 12:00pm-3:00pm

FAQ’s

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 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.

Cancellation & Weather Policy

There is a 30-day cancellation policy for summer camps at Coastal Expeditions.

This is a rain-or-shine program, but certain weather conditions (i.e. hurricanes or tropical storms) may cause us to cancel.