Outdoor adventures in nature in Gloucester, Massachusetts

The Gloucester Museum School Summer Camp, located at 646 Washington Street in Gloucester, Massachusetts, is now open for registration for the summer of 2024. This camp, founded by the late Jim Schoel, focuses on fostering a sense of wonder, environmental stewardship, and critical thinking skills in campers. The camp utilizes the open spaces of Essex County as a living classroom for campers to learn about and appreciate the natural resources of the Cape Ann area. Originally a program of the Gloucester Public Schools in 1971, the Gloucester Museum School has since become a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The camp offers a variety of outdoor activities for children aged 6-15 and is licensed by the Gloucester Board of Health. All policies, procedures, and staff background checks are available for review.

7 Seas Whale Watch, located at 63 Rogers Street in Gloucester, Massachusetts, is a top tourist attraction and travel agency offering daily whale watching trips to the Stellwagen Bank National Marine Sanctuary. Ranked #2 on Tripadvisor's list of top family-fun activities in the world in December 2023, and #1 local attraction based on traveler reviews from 2012-2023, 7 Seas Whale Watch has been providing unforgettable experiences since 1983. With a focus on education, inspiration, and conservation, our tours aim to deepen visitors' understanding and appreciation of the marine environment. Our family-owned business, with three generations of career captains, has a genuine love and respect for the ocean and its inhabitants.