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COVID 19:
The Hatteras Island Ocean Center is now open to the general public.
Hours are Monday - Friday 1pm-5pm. The Ocean Center is a small space so visitation is limited to one household group at a time. Masks are required.

PROGRAMS:
Our outdoor nature programs have ended for the 2020 season.

CONTACT:
Email info@hioceancenter.org
Text to 252.564.9575

Please check back here for any new updates.
Thank you for your patience and interest.

Welcome to the Hatteras Island Ocean Center of Hampden-Sydney College!

http://www.hsc.edu

2020 Crew (2) & 2019 Crew (8)

Our Goals

Partner with local organizations and schools, and provide students and volunteers opportunities to collaborate with them in citizen science projects and community outreach events.

Provide interdisciplinary research and educational opportunities to Hampden-Sydney College (H-SC) students through experiential learning and service projects.

Provide H-SC students and volunteers opportunities to lead educational programs that demonstrate the importance of wildlife conservation and public history.

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Island Free Press (Taking a Kayak Tour: A Perfect Activity for Watersports Novices)

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HATTERAS ISLAND OCEAN CENTER

The Hatteras Island Ocean Center is a place for ALL OF US to enjoy the ocean and wetlands, play, learn, and have fun.

CONTACT DETAILS

Eric Kaplan
MOBILE: (434) 466-3891
EMAIL: ekaplan@hioceancenter.org
www.hioceancenter.org

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