ISLAND ECOLOGY
LEARN TO SWIM 
JOE SESSION 1: JUNE 17 - 21, 2024 
Here’s a synopsis of what we will cover:
Refining students use of their hands
 and feet for swimming. 
Improving students Math skills while 
building swimming confidence.
How to use and maintain snorkeling
 equipment .
How to recognize an emergency and
 what to do in an emergency. 
STUDENT CHECKLIST  
Junior Ocean Explorers 
Session 1: Island Ecology & Learn to Swim  
OBJECTIVE (LEARN TO SWIM): 
These lessons will focus on building students'
confidence in the water, refine their swimming and
snorkeling skills, and improve their awareness of
water safety.   
9am-11am
1:00pm - 4pm
11:30am - 12:30pm
 
LUNCH TIME
ISLAND ECOLOGY 
LEARN TO SWIM
Wear clothing that can get wet and comfortable shoes like Crocs. This can
 include their provided rash guards. Reef safe sunscreen recommended .
OBJECTIVE (Island Ecology): 
Students will learn how to identify various coastal
plants found in the USVI, learn how these coastal
plants are important, and how land and sea are
connected. 
Here’s a synopsis of what we will cover:
Planting mangroves to aid in habitat
 restoration. 
Engaging in a Seagrass Patrol to 
observe marine animals.
Snorkeling to explore a shallow sea 
grass bed.
Conducting a fish feeding
 experiment.. 
Snorkel gear will be provided to students to use; students can utilize gear 
they own if preferred.
Walk with a light snack and your filled reusable water bottle. Refillable water will be 
provided.