Tiana Bayside Facility 89 Dune Road, Hampton Bays, NY 11946

Welcome to Tiana Bayside Facility, located at 89 Dune Road, Hampton Bays, New York. Nestled amidst vibrant marine habitats, our park offers a unique and immersive educational experience that combines marine science with artistic expression. Explore the natural wonders of the ocean beach, dunes, Shinnecock Bay, salt marshes, and seagrass meadows right from our doorstep.

At Tiana Bayside, outdoor exploration is at the heart of our programming. Join us for seining, hiking, and hands-on discovery as part of our regular activities. Our Bayside Adventure and ArtSea week-long summer programs, available from July to August, invite youth to delve into the fascinating world of marine science. These programs encourage students to engage in scientific inquiry, perform experiments, and immerse themselves in the diverse marine life surrounding our facility.

Our Bayside Adventures program offers a 5-day intensive exploration of marine science, where students learn to formulate scientific questions, conduct experiments, and collect data. Activities include seining for local fish, bird watching, shell collection, and even optional dissections. Each participant will also set up and care for their own fish tank, fostering a personal connection with marine life.

The Seahorse Art & Science Program is a specialty offering that focuses on the enchanting world of seahorses. Students contribute to the CCE's Seahorse Conservation Initiative, engage in daily seining, and snorkel over eelgrass meadows. The program includes stewardship activities like eelgrass restoration and coastal clean-ups, complemented by seahorse-inspired art projects led by local artist Carolyn Munaco.

Since our establishment in 2012, Tiana Bayside Facility has continuously expanded and improved, offering state-of-the-art educational spaces and a broad range of programs. We invite you to visit our East End Education website for detailed program information and to explore our Amazon Wishlist if you wish to support our mission.

For inquiries, please contact Kimberly Barbour, Back to the Bays Director, at [email protected] or 631-461-5294. We look forward to welcoming you to Tiana Bayside, where education meets the beauty of the marine world.