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Big Fish Little Fish
Ages: 2 – 6 years old as of August 31, 2026
Prerequisites: None
As the weather gets chilly, our oceans stay warm and teeming with life, fish are migrating, and invertebrates release their eggs as a final effort before the cold weather sets in. Our child & adult classes are designed to enrich children ages 2-5 and their caregivers with different ocean-related topics each week. Programs will last an hour and are filled with an interactive lesson, hands-on learning, games, crafts, and a story.
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Homeschool
Ages: 5 – 15 years old as of August 31, 2026
Prerequisites: None
Enrich your child’s homeschool experience with hands-on learning at DBMS! We’re taking things out of the classroom this year. Students will explore Duxbury Bay and other local habitats using our 15-passenger van, a Carolina skiff, and kayaks! Our lessons adhere to the next generation’s science standards.
Afterschool
Ages: 5 – 9 years old as of August 31, 2026
Prerequisites: None
We will pick students up from Chandler at 3:25 PM in the DBMS van and then head back to DBMS for a marine science lesson, and an activity or craft related to what we just learned! We change things up every session, so if your child has joined us for an after-school session before, we have a whole new set of activities for this session! During the fall session, we will use a Carolina boat to get out on the Bay or take trips to local ecosystems using the DBMS van.
Afterschool
Ages: 8 – 12 years old as of August 31, 2026
Prerequisites: None
This school year, we are continuing our maritime adventures program into the Fall! We will pick students up from Alden at 2 PM and return to DBMS for an adventure on the Bay! Examples of activities include sailing on one of our 24 ft Catboats, kayaking, a field trip to Clark's Island, a boat ride to find a geocache, visiting an oyster grant, and marine science lessons!
Vacation Day
Ages: 5 – 9 years old as of August 31, 2026
Prerequisites: None
DBMS offers half-day vacation day programs from 12:30-3:30 PM for grades K-2. During half-day programs, we pick students up from Chandler Elementary School in our 15-passenger van. Students who attend other schools are welcome to join our half-day programs. We also offer full-day vacation programs from 9:00-2:00 PM for grades K-5. Some of our full-day programs include a field trip component. Please read the program descriptions to learn more about the topic and activities for each program.
Spooktacular | Oct 24
Ages: 5 – 12 years old as of August 31, 2026
Prerequisites: None
Join the DBMS crew on this spooky night filled with games, experiments, and spooky deep-sea creatures. During this two-hour event, participants will cycle through 6 ocean Halloween-themed stations. There will be a mix of games, crafts, a visit from a mad scientist, and trick-or-treating. Costumes are encouraged!
Ages 2-5Ages 5-11Ages 12+Group
Ages 2-5Ages 5-11Ages 12+Group
Birthday Party
Ages: 2 – 18 years old as of August 31, 2026
Prerequisites: None
Birthdays are too fun to spend at home! The DBMS marine science team specializes in marine-themed birthday parties for ages 3-10. With touch tanks, games, and a craft, the kids will be busy having fun and learning. All you have to do is bring the cake – we supply the critters! Birthday parties are 90 minutes long. The first hour includes a lesson on the topic of your choosing, followed by a game and craft. Some topics involve meeting live creatures from our touch tank! The last thirty minutes are for you to open presents and have cake (not supplied by DBMS). The cost is $250 for up to 12 participants. Additional participants cost $15 a participant, with a maximum of 20. Our Marine Science staff must approve dates, and a deposit must be paid before your party date is confirmed. This booking is just a request for the date.
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Field Trip
Ages: 2 – 18 years old as of August 31, 2026
Prerequisites: None
Are you looking to provide an engaging out-of-the-classroom experience for your students? At the Duxbury Bay Maritime School, our Marine Science Lab and waterfront campus provide the ideal setting for immersive, hands-on learning. All lessons are aligned with Massachusetts STE standards to support and enhance your in-class curriculum.
Your field trip includes four engaging, hands-on stations on our campus, featuring experiences such as live animal interactions, scientific discovery, lab investigations, and a boat trip on Duxbury Bay.
Since access to Duxbury Beach is dependent on the tide, the beach component of the trip may occur before or after the on-site stations. Classes will enjoy a guided beach exploration and scavenger hunt focused on local flora, fauna, and coastal ecosystems. When tides prevent beach access, groups may participate in a fifth station at DBMS instead.
With a wide range of thoughtfully designed lesson plans, our staff is excited to inspire curiosity and get your students actively engaged in learning!
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Enrichment
Ages: 2 – 18 years old as of August 31, 2026
Prerequisites: None
Are you looking to bring an enriching hands-on experience to your classroom? Our marine science educators are ready to take our lessons and critters on the road and to your space. Our programs range from 15-minute mini-sessions to full 1-hour classes, and many include the opportunity to observe live sea creatures. Each lesson is rooted in play-based, experiential learning to inspire curiosity and discovery about the natural world, for as young as age 2.
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