Are you curious about the world around you, but sitting in a classroom makes you yawn with boredom? At FLOAT School, you’ll hardly ever be sitting down looking at a textbook. Instead, you’ll learn by seeing and doing: digging for clams, pulling up crab pots, taking weather measurements (and sending them in to be part of the marine forecast!), dissecting starfish, paddling canoes, and navigating by compass. You’ll even go on an overnight camping trip. Who knew science class could be this fun?

FLOAT School takes place at SEA Island Marine Research Station, a float house stationed just off Deer Island south of Wrangell Alaska. You’ll sleep in bunks, eat meals, and conduct experiments from this base camp. There are also plenty of board games, card games, and even a basketball hoop. The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful, but everyone at FLOAT School does their part for the community. Be prepared to help with cooking, cleanup, and other chores. We supply you with all the equipment and gear you’ll use exploring the environment around SEA Island, but we ask you to bring the items on the following Equipment List [attach document]. Get psyched for the best ten days of school ever!