"the mountain and the sea are excellent schoolmasters, and teach some of us more than we can ever learn from books." -john lubbock
Meet Our Team
The Salish Sea School is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, inclusion, and connectedness. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team. We welcome the unique contributions that one can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
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We are stronger together with the collective sum of individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent which ultimately brings about a healthier planet.
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Anacortes, WA
Your child is in for a transformative week at Orca Superheroes Camp! They’ll dive into thrilling adventures, explore islands, embark on a boat trip to search for orcas, engage in hands-on learning, and participate in meaningful service projects, all while discovering ways to protect the Orcas of the Salish Sea. This camp is designed to spark wonder, inspire curiosity, nurture friendships, build self-confidence, and foster a lifelong connection to the natural world.
Kick off an unforgettable journey as an Orca Superhero! On the first day of camp, your child will adopt their own orca plushy, representing a real orca from the Salish Sea, and join that orca’s pod as a true Orca Superhero!
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Highlights of Orca Superheroes Camp:
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Private Chartered Whale Watching Trip – Set out on an exclusive boat adventure to search for orcas in their natural habitat!
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Island Exploration – Discover a nearby island with our partners, Island Express, for unique island discoveries.
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Hiking Adventures from Forest to Shore – Embark on guided hikes that reveal the wonders of our diverse coastal environment.
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Marine Ecosystem Connections – Dive into hands-on learning about the marine life and ecosystems that orcas rely on.
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Tide Pool Exploration – Get up close with fascinating tidal pools and the creatures that call them home.
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Mindfulness in Nature – Learn to connect deeply with nature through relaxing mindfulness activities.
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Environmental Service Project – Make a real impact by contributing to local environmental efforts such as local beach clean-ups.
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Orca Plushy & Graduation Certificate – Every camper receives a special orca plushy and a certificate marking their graduation as an official Orca Superhero.
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12:3 student-to-teacher ratio for a personalized camp experience
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Camp T-shirt for every Orca Superhero!
Note: Lunch, water, and snacks should be packed daily.
Give your child the chance to build memories, friendships, and a lifelong connection to protecting the Salish Sea through an action-packed, fun-filled week as an Orca Superhero!
Location
Southern Resident Superheroes Camp is based in Anacortes, WA, on the beautiful Fidalgo Island. Each day brings a new adventure, with locations changing based on the day’s theme and activities.
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Note: Although we may have the chance to observe Bigg’s orcas, sightings of the endangered Southern Resident orcas are uncommon due to their limited time in these waters. While orca sightings are an incredible bonus, they cannot be guaranteed.
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Time & Cost
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Ages 6-8: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM — $695
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Ages 8-10: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM — $795
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extra cost for the extra 30 minutes per day
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"During our family's summer reunion, my daughter stood up in front of everyone and told them about how she spent the previous week at Salish Sea School and launched into a full lesson on orcas. She talked about the difference between Southern Residents and transient orcas, interesting facts about southern residents, why their numbers are declining, and things everyone could do to help save the them. Afterwards my mom asked her about it and she said that she had learned that one of the best things she could do to help the orcas is to teach other people about them so that they will care also (or something along those lines). I got several text messages from cousins later saying how impressed they were! So a job very well done by your crew!" - Parent