Bay Science and Solutions at Washington College - Summer 2025
Open to rising 10th-12th graders DC, MD, PA, VA. Please note, although this course is open to students from across the watershed, this expedition will start and end in Maryland.

Join CBF Student Leadership and Washington College’s Center for Environment and Society (CES) for an elevated opportunity to experience and discover how science, innovation, and community-based solutions are being used to save the Bay! Located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland's Chester River, Washington College’s CES provides a phenomenal setting for hands-on investigations of the methods scientists and researchers apply to study and restore ecosystems. Participants will have the opportunity to collect data alongside peers while kayaking, boating on a research vessel, exploring the Washington College River and Field Campus, and learning in state-of-the-art science labs. Participants have the option to receive a Washington College Environmental Science and Chesapeake Regional Studies credit that is transferable to other institutions at an additional cost.

Length & Location: This five-day event is in-person and overnight (tent camping at a state park in Delaware and dormitory-style housing at Washington College).

Starting & Ending Points: Annapolis, MD

Orientation: A virtual orientation will take place June 4, 2025, from 4-5 p.m. A recording will be made available for those who are unable to attend. 

Service-Learning Hours: Upon successful course completion, participants will earn at least 10 service-learning hours.

Cost: Generous support from CBF donors and grants allow us to offer this weeklong expedition for $500. Financial assistance is available. Apply using this form. All transportation, lodging, and meals will be provided during the expedition. Participation will be determined on a first come, first served basis. 

Cancelation Policy: Cancellations made before June 1 will receive a full refund minus a $75 processing fee. No refunds will be granted after June 1; however, we are happy to transfer registration to another expedition, based on availability. All cancellation and transfer requests must be made in writing and sent to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  

Registration closes May 23, 2025.
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