Jean-Michel Cousteau’s
Ambassadors of the Environment
Summer Program Series
Ambassadors of the Environment
Youth and Family Programs
GULF CAMP: Summer Day Camp at the Learning Campus at Gulf State Park
Youth ages 7-13 are invited to join us for a fun-filled outdoor day camp in Gulf State Park. Monday-Friday, 8:00am-12:00pm
Public Workshops
Enjoy a range of small-group environmental workshops. All-natural Tie-Dye, DIY Body Care, and more!
Family Camp Programs
Camp isn’t just for kids! Bring your whole family for a fun-filled week of nature-based activities and excursions. Pop in for a half-day program or join us for the whole week!
Leave No Trace Workshop and Nature Walk
Join us for a fun and informative Leave No Trace workshop and nature walk. Open to all ages. Participants receive an official LNT Awareness Certificate.
CAMP SCHEDULE JULY 12-16, 2021
GULF CAMP: Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Summer Day Camp at Gulf State Park
Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment is excited to introduce GULF CAMP, a summer day camp for youth ages 7-13.
- Camp activities include nature walks, tie-dye, arts and crafts, kayaking, biking, solar oven baking, beach adventures and more!
- Monday to Friday; 8:00am to 12:00pm; Cost is $175/week per child.
- To register for a full week sessions (Monday to Friday), click on the “FULL WEEK SESSION” button below
- Now offering single day passes! To sign up for a day pass, click on the “SINGLE DAY PASS” button below. Cost is $35/child per day.
Session 1: July 5-9, 2021
Session 2: July 12-16, 2021
Session 3: July 19-23, 2021
REGISTER BELOW
Summer 2021 Family Day Camp
Does your family enjoy nature and the outdoors? Come join Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment team for a fun-filled week of environmental activities and outdoor excursions. Pick and choose from a variety of adventures or join us for the entire week.
COMING SUMMER 2022
Activities include:
- Kayak tours
- Bike tours
- Guided hikes
- Outdoor cooking
- Eco arts and crafts
- Gardening and composting workshops
- Cousteau video presentations
- Beach excursions and more!
Check back soon for dates, rates and availability.
Contact us HERE for questions or additional information.
Public Workshops
Visit the Learning Campus and enjoy a range of workshops designed for individuals and groups.
- Arts, crafts, nature, gardening, composting and ecology.
- Small class sizes. Social-distancing. Pre-registration required.
- Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Private classes available upon request. Contact us for details.
NOW OFFERING: All Natural Tie-Dye Lab
Learn the Japanese art of Shibori dyeing with natural indigo and turmeric. Participants will learn various methods of folding, tying, and binding to produce unique and beautiful patterns. Each class begins with a history of natural textile dyeing and exploration of different ingredients and processes. Each participant will receive a t-shirt and bandana (flour sack towel) to dye.
Class Schedule
- Tuesdays July 13, 20, and 27
- Thursdays July 15, 22, and 29
- Session 1: 2:00pm to 3:00pm
- Session 2: 3:30pm to 4:30pm
- Cost is $20/person and includes a t-shirt and bandana
- Additional textiles may be available for purchase
Hand-Poured Natural Candles
Many store-bought candles are petroleum based and contain synthetic fragrances and colors. Learn about natural wax and essential oil alternatives and bring home your own hand-poured glass container candles.
DIY Home Body Care
Join us for a fun and informative workshop on DIY natural body care products. Learn how to use safe and non-toxic common household ingredients to make toothpaste, deodorant, lip balm, salves and more!
Leave No Trace Workshop and Nature Walk
Join us for a hands-on Leave No Trace workshop and nature walk. This workshop will introduce the seven principles of Leave No Trace, cover low-impact recreational techniques, and demonstrate how to be a steward of the environment! Participants will receive their own DIY W.A.G. bag and will be awarded an official LNT Awareness Certificate upon workshop completion! Open to all ages! Youth ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
- Wednesdays: July 14, 21, and 28
- Session 1: 2:00pm to 3:15pm
- Session 2: 3:30pm to 4:45pm
- Cost is $15/person
American Red Cross First Aid, CPR, AED Certification Course
GET CERTIFIED! SAVE A LIFE!
This course will prepare you to recognize and care for a variety of first aid, breathing, and cardiac emergencies involving adults, children and infants and meets OSHA/workplace requirements. This is a blended learning course including an online portion and an instructor-led classroom skill session. The online portion must be completed prior to attending the in-class portion and must be taken on a PC or tablet with a high speed Internet connection. Allow approximately 2 hours 30 minutes to complete the online portion. Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a digital certificate for American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED valid for two years.
- 3 Thursday Courses Offered: July 15, 22, and 29
- The in-person portion of the course will take place at the Learning Campus at Gulf State Park, the Gulf Coast’s newest basecamp for camps, classes and adventure.
- Class time: 2:00pm to 4:00pm
- Participants will receive detailed course instructions upon registration
- Custom courses available for groups
- Contact Us for questions
REGISTER HERE
