Tide Trekkers
Do you have dreams of being a marine biologist, a coastal conservationist, or even a veterinarian? Come and join us for a week of fun in Juno Beach! Participants will immerse themselves in the coastal habitats of Florida, enjoy snorkeling and paddling excursions, learn how to rescue a sea turtle, spend a day in the life of a marine biologist, and more!
This program is provided in partnership with Loggerhead Marinelife Center.
- July 20 - 24, 2026
- Program fee: FREE
- Location: Juno Beach, Florida
- Spots are limited - don't wait to apply!
This is a day camp – hours are Monday – Friday, from 9 am to 4 pm.
Go on a Standup Paddleboard Trip
Visit the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse
Learn how to rescue a sea turtle
Go on a snorkel expedition at the Blowing Rocks Preserve & Coral Cove Park
Kayak trip and a beachside hike at the MacArthur Beach State Park
Volunteer on conservation projects and protect fragile natural ecosystems
Boat trip to Peanut Island
Explore STEM careers
Night turtle walk
- Application Process
Eligibility
You are eligible to apply if you meet the following criteria:
- You are deaf and hard of hearing
- You will be entering 9th – 12th grade this fall.
- You are interested in the STEM fields
Registration & Payment
Upon acceptance by Loggerhead Marinelife Center, you will receive access to our Summer Program Portal, in which you will be able to complete important forms, such as medical forms and participant agreements.
All forms must be completed and submitted by July 1st.
Getting to Camp
Since this is a day camp, you will be responsible for transportation to and from Juno Beach, Florida, breakfast and dinners, and lodging for the week. Participants will need to either join the daily bus from our preferred hotel partner (more details coming soon!) or be dropped off at Loggerhead Marinelife Camp by 9 am, and picked up at 4 pm daily.
- VR Counselors
Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) support varies by state. You may ask your VR counselor for financial assistance in transportation and/or housing.
- FAQs
Ready to immerse into ASL? We got you!
If you are not driving to Juno Beach, we recommend flying to Palm Beach International Airport. From there, it is a short 30 minute drive to Juno Beach. You will be responsible for transportation to and from the airport and your lodging choices.
Buses will be provided from our preferred hotel partner to Loggerhead Marinelife Center on camp days.
The program will begin on Monday, July 20th at 9 am. We encourage you to arrive on Sunday, July 19th, and depart anytime after July 24th at 5 pm.
We are working on reserving hotel blocks. More information to come soon.
Lunches are provided during the camp. Breakfasts and dinners will need to be on your own.
No, there will be no supervision outside of 9 am to 4 pm. Participants are encouraged to stay with family or friends locally or travel with their family members.
Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) support varies by state. We encourage you to use the justification letter with your VR counselor. Please contact us if you need further assistance obtaining VR support.
Applications for Tide Trekkers will remain open until camp slots are filled or July 1, 2026, whichever comes first.
Yes, we encourage you to bring spending money for additional snacks, gifts, and other souvenirs.
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Why Gallaudet?
Gallaudet University, the world’s only four-year liberal arts university serving deaf and hard-of-hearing students, serves as the educational, social, and political engine of Deaf America. The duty of the university to foster disagreement, debate, and civic engagement is embedded in its role as a higher education institution.
