Conservationists

The Conservationists Camp is a residential camp (5 days - 4 nights) based on Trunk Island with housing either in tents or in a cottage. The camp is designed to expose campers to a variety of conservation programmes in Bermuda.

There will be theory modules with guest speakers and hands-on work, as well as field work.  Throughout the week we will conduct studies and projects on Trunk Island and at other locations around the island.  This camp is a great introduction for those interested in conservation, natural history and science. Participants will also be introduced to volunteering at BAMZ/BZS in the Aquarium, Zoo and Education Departments so they can decide if they want to apply for the Junior Volunteer Programme for the 2026-2027 school year.

Campers will rotate the daily housekeeping tasks, so that everyone gets an opportunity to cook, clean and engage in timekeeping.  Free time on Trunk Island will be scheduled daily, usually before dinner, with some work sessions scheduled after dinner.

Please Note: Although this Camp is part of the Lottery Registration System, selected students will need to attend an interview to ensure that they understand the scope of the camp. If you have any questions concerning camp activities, please contact Hollyanne Shirley, Education Administrator at edadmin@bzs.bm with "Aqua Camp Query" in the subject line or call 293-2727 ext. 2181.

This camp is open to children born between 2011-2012 (14-15 Years Old)

Refund Policy:

Our refund policy is in place in order for us to meet the budgetary requirements of staffing and running our Aqua Camp Programme.

  • Full refund (less $15.00 application fee) if cancellation is received by May 14th, 2026.

  • 50% refund of camp fee and After Camp fee if applicable (less $15.00 application fee) - if cancellation is received more than two weeks before the start of your child’s session.

  • No refund for cancellations received less than two weeks before the start of your child’s session.

  • We are unable to give refunds if camp is cancelled due to extreme weather conditions or “acts of God” or in the case of illness.

This camp is sold out for this year. Please check back next year!

Aqua Camp Waiver

I understand that the camp Programme includes field trips that require my child to be transported off the BAMZ facility. Transportation will be arranged in accordance with the Bermuda seat belt law and may include the BAMZ bus, taxis, minibus services or private cars (buses and older cars without seat belts are not required by law to install them). If I am unwilling for my child to travel by these means I agree that I will arrange other transportation to the field trip site or arrange alternate care for my child for the trip duration.

I understand that the camp Programme may include age-specific water-based activities each day at safe swimming / wading locations. Camps for older children may take them snorkelling in deep water.

I understand that the camp Programme may include one or more outings on the BZS vessel Endurance, Callista, or another appropriate vessel.

I understand that some camp activity may include the watching of age-appropriate videos, either as an educational activity that enhances the camp Programme or as an alternative activity in the case of inclement weather.

I understand that, should my child’s behaviour be too disruptive or challenging to manage within the camp group, I may be called to collect him/her.

I understand the BZS reserves the right to use photos taken during Camp in not-for-profit marketing promotions.

I give consent for First Aid trained staff to treat my child for minor injuries.

I agree to sign out my child with his/her teacher before removing my child from the BAMZ premises.

I understand all of the above and that the Bermuda Zoological Society & Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo will endeavor to provide a safe environment for my child. I will not hold the Bermuda Zoological Society & the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo liable for any loss of possessions, personal injury, or illness of my child because of attending Aqua Camp.

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