After School Paddlesports
Learn the basics of sea kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding! For ages 9-12, this 9-session program teaches water safety and basic skills to get your kids ready for a lifetime of adventure.
THE OUTDOOR SCHOOL
Kids Programs and Camps
Day Camps
Since 1992, Coastal Expeditions has led camps for local kids to get them engaged with the saltwater ecosystem. Check out the upcoming camp offerings for ages 5-15!
Half-day and Full-day Adventures
Throughout the year, we offer half-day and full-day programs on school holidays and teacher workdays.
These drop-off programs include a 6-hour Bulls Island Adventure and 3-hour Fossil Hunt Adventure!
After School Ocean Explorers
NEW! | For ages 6-9, this after school program teaches kids about dolphins, sea turtles and fossils by exploring barrier islands and creek banks!
Kids Birthday Parties
Bring the party to Shem Creek for a fun boat adventure or fossil hunt! Afterwards, enjoy the creekside deck for presents and cake. Ideal for ages 5-12.
Coastal Expeditions’ knowledge of barrier islands is unmatched.
— Southern Living
We Make Welcome the Wild Child
Once a child has made a connection with nature, it is with them forever. Coastal Expeditions programs and camps are designed to teach them how to interact with this incredible network of creeks and rivers that wind through our local landscape in a safe and comfortable manner.
Our educators teach water safety, paddling techniques, birding, shelling, fossil hunting, crabbing, estuary basics and so much more! We have programs year round, so check it out!
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Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant Rentals
Offering Kayaks and Paddleboards
Take in the stunning beauty of local creeks and waters from one of our kayaks or SUPs. Walk-ups are welcome or call / text to book and we’ll be ready when you are. All gear and instruction provided.
Call or text 843.884.7684 to book.
Outpost Location
Need A Guide?
If you really want to get a feel for the local history, identify the native wildlife, and get to special places, you'll need someone experienced to show you the way. We'll get you there.
Check out our Shem Creek in Mount Pleasant tours.
Isle of Palms Rentals
Offering Kayaks and Paddleboards
Take in the stunning beauty of local creeks and waters from one of our kayaks or SUPs. Walk-ups are welcome or call / text to book and we’ll be ready when you are. All gear and instruction provided.
Call or text 843.884.7684 to book.
Outpost Location
Need A Guide?
If you really want to get a feel for the local history, identify the native wildlife, and get to special places, you'll need someone experienced to show you the way. We'll get you there.
Check out our Isle of Palms tours.