Rising seventh through ninth graders may enroll in DISL's Gulf Island Journey, an enrichment program of hands-on marine science programming. Activities include a trawling expedition aboard Sea Lab's research vessel, exploration of the salt marshes of Dauphin Island, and beachcombing and bird watching on nearby Sand Island. A second program, High School Summer Course, is an accredited, four-week marine science class for rising 10th through 12th graders. During this four-week program, students conduct an intensive exploration of marine science through 150 hours of supervised academic activities in the form of lectures, laboratory work and field pursuits.
| Name | Dauphin Island Sea Lab—Residential Summer Opportunities |
|---|---|
| Location | Dauphin Island, AL |
| Year-round Contacts | 251-861-2141 |
| Program Focuses & Features | Basketball, Crafts, Ecology, Fishing, Marine Biology/Studies, Oceanography, Science, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball |
| Grade Range (rising grades) | 5-12 |
| Age Range | Residential — Coed Ages 10-17 |
| Application Deadline | April |
| Director | Sally Brennan, Registrar |
| Residential Fee | $545-4557, 1-4 weeks. |
| Dates & Sessions | May-Aug; 4 sessions, 1-4 weeks long |