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Summer Camps
Keiki Summer Camp
Ocean Explorers summer camp for Keiki's is a fun and informative experience for kids age 5-7. This program is designed for younger campers to build confidence in the ocean and surf. **We provide wetsuits and all ocean equipment/toys.**
Humpback Summer Camp
Our flagship program that runs in partnership with the City of Santa Barbara's Parks and Recreation Departments summer camps. The only summer camp in Santa Barbara that offers kayaking, paddleboarding, surfing, boogie boarding, and structured daily activities.
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After School Programs
Marine Learning Afterschool
A weekly 2-hour afterschool program for grades K-12 that pairs marine science with outdoor ocean sports in the Santa Barbara Harbor.
Sea Lion Kayak Education Tour
A guided 2-hour educational kayak tour for students in grades K-12. We paddle out of the Santa Barbara Harbor to see the resident sea lions up close and learn about their behavior, the local marine ecosystem, and how we can help protect it.
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Homeschool Programs
Orca Homeschool Pod
Ocean Explorers Camp Orca Pod — Homeschool Day. Kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, surfing, boogie boarding and beach play paired with marine science lessons, nature journaling, storytelling.
Surfs Up Private Lessons
This 1:1 private surf lesson starts in the Santa Barbara Harbor. We will walk to one of the two local breaks near the Santa Barbara Harbor and you will hop in the water with the provided wetsuit and your instructor will show you the basics of surfing.
Activities
Kayaking
Hiking
Snorkeling
Beach Play
Fishing
Exploring
Surfing
SUP
Trekking
Marine Ecology
Journal & Drawing
And More!
Upcoming Schedule
CAMP HIGHLIGHTS
"Play to Protect" Since 2010
- The Ocean Explorers program are designed with conservation, education and exploration in mind.
- This camp’s intention is to serve as a resource for youth to become more connected to the ocean.
- Focusing on ocean sports and marine education topics that directly connect to our local marine environment.
- Fun activities that directly connect kids with nature.
Location
Paddle Sports Center - SB Harbor
117 B Harbor Way,
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
