Currently, Camp SEA Lab is lucky to have both permanent and seasonal staff that help support the development of this innovative, hands-on marine science program.
Seasonal Staff
Spring and Summer Naturalists
Our naturalists are dynamic individuals who are dedicated to helping inspire youth about our marine environment. Typically our staff are college graduates or are pursuing degrees in marine science and/or education. Each member of our staff brings a unique set of skills to share with our program. Staff are trained to provide a well-rounded educational experiences in the field, help support the positive emotional development of our campers, create a positive team environment during all of our programs, and are always prepared with a game to share to pack a day with fun!
Staff participate in a thorough orientation prior to employment. This comprehensive training provides staff with information regarding camper behavior issues, dealing with homesickness, risk management and safety guidelines for keeping campers safe, responsibilities of being a child advocate, and effective teaching techniques to reach the youth who come through our program.
If you are interested in joining the Camp SEA Lab team as a naturalist, please check our employment page for more information.
Amity Wood, Program Manager
Amity has been involved with both formal and informal science teaching in a wide variety of marine education programs. Since 1993, Amity has had the opportunity to work with the USC Wrigley Institute for Environmental Studies, Farallones Marine Sanctuary Association, Catalina Island Marine Institute, and Upward Bound among others, where she has led in development of teacher workshops, field-based student day and residential camps, and other innovative science programs that promote understanding and stewardship of the marine environment.
As Program Manager for Camp SEA Lab, she develops, implements and coordinates a range of educational programs focusing on students, teachers, and the local community. Amity enjoys kayaking, exploring tide pools, bird watching, and traveling. Amity has obtained a bachelor's degree in Marine Biology from UCSC, and a master’s degree in Education and California Teaching Credential from University of San Francisco.
Contact by phone at 831.582.3681, or email at amity_wood@csumb.edu
Hannah Campbell, Education Coordinator
Hannah has been involved in environmental and outdoor education through a variety of programs since 1999. She has enjoyed teaching with the Kern Environmental Education Program, developing and leading canoe and backpacking programs with the Mt. Hood Kiwanis Camp, teaching conservation with the Monterey Bay Aquarium's Science Under Sail program, and guiding kayak tours with Central Coast Outdoors among others. Her background in special education has served her well in each of these roles. Through all of these, her great joy is learning through discovery and conveying that information and excitement to others.
As Education Coordinator for Camp SEA Lab, Hannah develops activities and educational curriculum for our programs. Hannah enjoys kayaking, volunteering with the Marine Mammal Center, making arts and crafts, and traveling. Hannah has a degree in psychology from Reed College.
Contact by phone at 831.582.5091, or email at hannah_campbell@csumb.edu
Chris Gibson, Operations Coordinator
Chris is adding her twenty plus years of experience in education and the outdoors to facilitate the operations aspects of Camp SEA Lab. Her appreciation for the marine environment was developed while obtaining a Bachelor degree in Marine Biology at Barrington College in Rhode Island. A teaching credential from Salisbury State University in Maryland and experience in directing a private outdoor education program throughout the West Coast have provided the foundation for Chris to organize the details required to provide successful programs for students and campers. When not in the office, Chris relaxes by hiking, reading, biking and planning for her next trip to enjoy tropical waters from below the surface.
Contact by phone at 831.582.3925, or email at christine_gibson@csumb.edu
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Camp SEA Lab
100 Campus Center, Bldg. 42
Seaside, CA 93955
Phone: 831-582-3681
Fax: 831-582-3691
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| I never knew there was so much life in a drop of water. |
-SEA Camper |