Registration for Rhode Island’s only week-long, Narragansett Bay-based summer camp opens today – Tuesday, January 7!
Save The Bay’s BayCamps invite young explorers in grades K-12 to spend their summer along Rhode Island’s coast, learning about local waters, species, and habitats while taking an educational dive into the environmental and marine sciences. With full-day, week-long camps in Providence, Newport, Wickford, and Bristol, Save The Bay offers summertime opportunities perfect for every adventurous child and teen.
“Summers on Narragansett Bay are truly unforgettable,” said Save The Bay Director of Education Bridget Prescott in a statement. “At BayCamp, our campers dive into adventures like exploring the shoreline, wading through marsh mud, and swimming in hidden corners of the Bay. They walk away with cherished memories, lifelong friendships, and a deeper appreciation for our local waters—an experience that’s as unique as it is enriching.”
Save The Bay offers four BayCamp programs, each catering to a different age group. While experiences and activities vary from camp to camp, every program allows campers to explore shorelines and learn about the region’s natural resources and wildlife, how to protect them, and how to contribute to a healthy ecosystem.
“BayCamp offers campers a unique way to connect with Narragansett Bay,” said Save The Bay Public Program Manager Jeff Swanlund in a statement. “Whether they’re swimming at Rome Point, spotting wildlife on Prudence Island, or catching fish and crabs at Potter Cove, every activity immerses them in the Bay’s beauty and fosters a deeper appreciation for this incredible natural resource.”
Save The Bay’s four camp programs cater to campers who have completed grades K-12. Junior BayCamp is offered in Providence and Newport for those who have completed grades K-1. BayCamp, for campers who’ve completed grades 2-4, takes place in Providence, Newport, Wickford and Bristol. Shipboard Camp—in Providence, Newport, Wickford, and Bristol—is offered to those who have completed grades 5-7, and High School Camp, for campers who have completed grades 8-12, is offered in Providence.
Camp rates are $330/week for Save The Bay members, and $350/week for non-members. Those interested in registering a child for BayCamp, or learning more about camp opportunities, can do so by visiting savebay.org/camps. Questions can be directed to Jeff Swanlund at 401-272-3540 x132 or jswanlund@savebay.org.