Survivor: Dauphin Island

Campers work on their fishing skills.

Registration opens at 8:00 a.m. CST February 2, 2026.

  • For ages 10-13
  • 2026 Dates: June 3, June 12, July 10
  • Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Program Cost: $60 per student (parent attendance permitted, but not required)

Registration Link

Camp registrations are processed in the order in which they are received.

This day-long camp for ages 10-13 years puts campers’ survival skills to the test! Campers will develop new skills - how to toss a cast net, how to bait a crab trap, how to drag a seine, and how to bring in the catch of the day while pier fishing – as they get up close and personal with each animal species brought ashore. The educators from the Dauphin Island Sea Lab will share stories throughout the day as campers learn about coastal Alabama’s natural resources.

  • What to wear: comfortable shoes and clothes that can get wet and messy.
  • What to bring: swimsuit, refillable water bottle, sunscreen, towel, and lunch (refrigeration provided).
  • What to know: Campers are outside much of the day. There will be frequent water breaks, and a mid-afternoon snack break (snacks are provided but feel free to send your camper’s favorite).

To enroll, please submit the application form and $60 registration fee (payable to DISL) by email or mail to:

Survivor-Dauphin Island
Dauphin Island Sea Lab
101 Bienville Blvd
Dauphin Island, AL 36528

No refunds will be granted less than 1 week prior to the camp date.

Email: DHPsummer@disl.edu