Summer Programs

GULF CAMP: Summer Day Camp

The Gulf Coast Center for Ecotourism & Sustainability has teamed up with Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ambassadors of the Environment to bring you GULF CAMP!

GULF CAMP at the Gulf Coast Eco Center is back this summer to offer FIVE weeks of fun and adventure for youth ages 7-13!

  • Activities will include kayaking, biking, beach exploration, swimming, nature, arts and crafts, outdoor cooking, ropes course* (ages 10+), and more.

Sample schedule:

Monday: Gulf Coast Eco Center

Tuesday: Gulf Coast Eco Center

Wednesday: Gulf Coast Eco Center

Thursday: Lake Shelby

Friday: Beach Day

You can register for a full week, multiple weeks, or select days with day passes. Use code EARLYBIRD by April 1st for $30 off any full-week registrations!


Summer Workshops

We have a range of workshops designed for individuals and groups.

  • Arts, crafts, nature, gardening, composting and ecology.
  • Small class sizes. Pre-registration required.
  • Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Private classes available upon request. Contact us for details.

Summer 2026 Schedule Coming Later!

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.

  • NO COURSES CURRENTLY OFFERED. CHECK BACK SUMMER OF 2026
  • Participants will receive detailed course instructions upon registration
  • Custom courses available for groups
  • Contact Us for questions