Ebbing Tides
Beach Class
Wednesdays 10am or 12:30pm, 5th-10th grade, $350 per student,
“Beach Class” is like no other class your kids have ever taken! This all-in-one marine science class will have your kids getting wet, pulling nets, and learning all about ocean science! Whether we are on a boat, on the shore or paddling to a sandbar, your kids will be learning and loving every minute of it!!
Join the fun this fall! 🚣🦀🐠🐬🦪🛥️
We meet on the beach or in the marsh in VB near the Lesner Bridge, for two hours each week. Class will focus on a a different marine science topic. Each class is unique with hands on experiences from start to end. We might test water quality, make a beach profile, dissect a squid, or capture and release animals, with lessons right on the beach! Each semester includes at least one paddle day and a boat trip (weather dependent).
Course runs 10 weeks:
Aug 26, Sept 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026
Mornings session begins at 10 am ends at 12:00pm
Afternoon session begins at 12:30pm ends at 2:30pm
Class is taught by a licensed, teacher with over 17 years experience.
Classes start August 26, 2026
In-Person Classes Fall 2026
Marsh Explorers
Come have fun in the marsh! Mondays this Fall 2026
10-11am or 11:30am-12:30pm Ages 5-10 $135 per student,
Join Ms.Sarah for an educational, hands on Marine Ecology Class geared toward the young learner! Together we will investigate the natural world of a salt marsh, sandy beach and maritime forest. We might catch a crab, collect periwinkles, or examine a fish! Bring your thinking caps and boots! It's time to discover!
Each session is 9 weeks
Fall 2026 Dates: Aug 24, 31, Sept 14, 21, 28, Oct 5, 12, 19, 26
Classes meet in VB near the Lynnhaven Boat Ramp
Classes start August 24, 2026