Pa’Ti Mar Reefcrew:

Summer Youth Coral Apprenticeship

Real Science. Real Skills. Real Impact.

Our Reefcrew Coral Apprenticeship is a hands-on conservation program designed for youth who want to learn real coral restoration skills while supporting San Juan’s first land-based coral nursery.

This program goes way beyond a typical summer camp. Attendees work directly with Pa’Ti Mar staff to learn the science behind corals, how our nursery operates, and what it takes to maintain and restore a living reef.

Participants will leave with real technical skills, leadership experience, and a deeper connection to the ocean they love.

Ages: 12-15 years old 

Dates: 
July 13th - July 17th
9:00 am-3:00 pm
$600/week
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What’s Included

  • All materials and equipment

  • Pa’Ti Mar apprentice workbook

  • Coral restoration skills training

  • Snorkel day (weather permitting)

  • Pa’Ti Mar T-shirt & End-of-program certificate

At a Glance: What Youth Will Do & Learn

  • Work daily in Pa’Ti Mar’s land-based coral nursery

  • Care for Elkhorn and Mountainous Star corals

  • Clean tanks, remove algae, and maintain tools

  • Monitor water quality and track coral growth

  • Learn how coral fragments are grown and assessed for health

  • Collect and record basic scientific data

  • Explore local reef ecology and major ocean threats

  • Learn coral outplanting steps through demonstrations

  • Shadow Pa’Ti Mar’s coral restoration team

  • Participate in interactive marine biology lessons

  • Snorkel to observe the reef and restoration sites (weather-dependent)

  • Build teamwork, responsibility, and environmental leadership skills

  • Learn safety and scientific protocols used in real facilities

Requirements

  • Ages 12–15

  • Ability to focus, follow instructions, and handle tools safely

  • Must be comfortable in and around water

  • No previous science experience needed

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