We have a coloring book coming in a week! It’s all about animals- of course! You’ll meet animals who are related to each other. There are 100 pages for coloring and it includes mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds! As soon as we have the link for purchase -we’ll post it! Meanwhile, here’s a peek at the the cover!
We’re back at the University of E&E! We’re gearing up for a year of amazing animals! And we have a fantastic surprise to announce tomorrow! Next week we’ll get started back to full posts with two weeks of meeting some of the most amazing and unfortunately feared animals on the planet- snakes.
We had two students donate to orphan elephants to make those posts happen- so thank you! And hopefully after meeting these reptiles we’ll all appreciate them more!
Grab your supplies and let’s get ready to learn!
It’s that time of the summer, when our campers pack up their trunks, gear, photos and get ready to go home. It’s such a bittersweet time. We sure have enjoyed sharing the ocean and all its inhabitants with you this year.
What was your favorite memory of camp? Who was your favorite animal?
Thank you for joining us this summer and we look forward to seeing everyone in a few weeks at school!
We’re meeting one of our favorite fish of the reef today! They are funny and crazy and yes- they have a red tooth.
REDTOOTHED TRIGGERFISH:
We just love these funny fish and their little red teeth and cool swimming style! How about you?
It’s the last week of Camp of E&E! We’re going snorkeling all week to meet some colorful reef fish! So pack your bags, we’re loading up on the big boat! Today we’re meeting a tang fish!
POWDER BLUE TANG FUN FACTS:
These are such gorgeous reef fish. Their relatives include the Royal Blue Tang (Dory from Finding Nemo) and yellow tangs who are popular in aquariums.
Ok, it’s not the Gong Show, it’s the Wobbegong Show! The Wobbegong Shark Show that is! This is one of our favorite sharks! These masters of camouflage are so cool and funny looking- they’re like Muppet sharks- hehehehe!
Wobbegong Fun Facts:
When we think of sharks, we think of the great white and that typical shape. But sharks come in all shapes and sizes. We love their diversity! Do you have a favorite shark? We hope you have enjoyed shark week here at Camp E&E!
We are meeting the biggest shark and the biggest fish in the ocean on the 3rd day of shark week! These spotty gentle giants are amazing and we’re excited to share more about them with our campers!
WHALE SHARK FUN FACTS:
Whale sharks are thought to have been swimming the world’s oceans for around 60 million years. They weren’t discovered by humans til the 1800s! Because they are popular to swim with in the wild, they are more valuable alive than dead (or for meat). In most places they are protected, which is great, because we couldn’t imagine the oceans without them.
We’ll be meeting some excellent species and of course our friend Chompy will stop by! Make sure you check out our Instagram for some fun videos and extra pictures! Today we are meeting one of the fastest sharks in the ocean- the shortfin mako! Let’s learn more about this speed demon!
SHORTFIN MAKO FUN FACTS:
These fast predators are listed at VULNERABLE by the IUCN. They are fished for their meat and for their fins. When an apex predator such as the mako is removed from its ecosystem it can be disastrous. To learn how you can help sharks like the mako, check out Shark Savers.
We enjoyed meeting our cephalopod friends last week- did you? This week we’re partying with the elasmobranchs – that’s right it’s Shark Week! Come learn more about these cartilaginous fish with us.
SHARK FUN FACTS:
Wow! Sharks are such diverse and amazing creatures- you could spend a whole summer at camp just talking about these fantastic fish, sadly we only have a week! Any guess on some of the species will meet in the next few days?
We’re meeting a fantastic little crustacean today! They are almost as much fun to watch on the beach as the birds. Come learn about the little crabs who say BOO! Hehehe!
GHOST CRAB FUN FACTS:
When a little ghost crab comes up behind you and says BOO! Don’t be afraid- they are just playing!
The Adventures of Ellie and Edmond 