Summer Programs

Summer Programs Information

CBNERR and VIMS conduct multi-day programs during the summer for students going into grades 3-high school. These hands-on camps will enable students to learn about the Chesapeake Bay and are tailored to meet the learning stages of each age group. Camps are free, thanks to support from private donors. Camps cover themes such as wetlands, environmental stewardship, and general Chesapeake Bay exploration.

2025 Summer Camp 

Summer camp applications for 2025 are now closed! Camp decisions will be made by March 28th. 

The following camps will be offered in 2025. All camps (except Estuary Explorers) are located in Gloucester Point, VA and take place from 9am-4pm each day. Estuary Explorers takes place on the VIMS Eastern Shore campus from Sunday afternoon through Friday. 

For more information about the 2025 camps, see the attached flyer!

Bay Buddies (rising 3rd and 4th Grade) - June 23-27, 2025

Chesapeake Champions (rising 5th and 6th Grade) - July 28-August 1, 2025 

Estuary Explorers (rising 7th and 8th Grade) - August 3-8, 2025 

NERRS Nerds (rising 9th through 12th grade) - June 12-13, 2025 - This camp includes a 2-day camp/training during the dates listed, and then a full-week of volunteering as a Junior Counselor for one of the above camps. Applicants may be asked to also interview in person in addition to completion of an online application.

The following is a list of Frequently Asked Questions.  If your question is not answered in the FAQ's, please contact the NERRS Education Coordinator with any questions about the summer programs.