K-12 Programming
Field Trip Information
All field trip experiences can be tailored for the students' grade level and interests. We often focus on hands-on labs involving classification and microscopy (including plankton labs), shellfish aquaculture, water quality, and ecology (such as eelgrass or oyster reef habitats). All field trips require closed toe shoes. A signed liability waiver is required to participate in any activities on or off campus. To request a field trip or for additional information, call 757-787-8106 or email jmnoonan@vims.edu.
Wednesdays in the Field
Wednesdays in the Field brings science beyond the classroom for homeschooled students of all ages. Participants explore fieldwork, lab experiments, and hands-on dissections once a month at VIMS ESL and pop-up locations. This program typically takes place every 3rd Wednesday January-October. Receive program updates and RSVP via email. To join the email list, or for more information call 757-787-8106 or email jmnoonan@vims.edu.
Summer Camp Seaside Scholars
VIMS ESL, in collaboration with Eastern Shore Soil and Water Conservation District, conducts 2 runs of the same multi-day summer camp, Seaside Scholars, for students ages 9-13. Seaside Scholars will enable students to learn about marine life on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Camps are free and cover themes such as wetlands, environmental stewardship, and exploration of local coastal and marine life.
Applications are now open! All camps take place from 9am-3pm each day.
For 2026 dates or more information about camp, see the most recent attached flyer! For additional information, call 757-787-8106 or email jmnoonan@vims.edu.
