Introducing students to the Marine Ecosystems,
and the vital role they play in the earth’s survival.
What To Bring for the Daytime Event:
If weather permits we will be outside for the morning activities. Closed-toed shoes are required. The following items are recommended for all students.
Towels
Sunscreen
Insect Repellent
Sunglasses
Old Clothes You Don’t Mind Getting Dirty And Wet
Extra Socks
2 Pair Of Tennis Shoes (1 pair you don’t mind getting dirty and wet) or a pair of water shoes
Rain jacket
Expo Agenda (Gulf Shores)
We are looking forward to welcoming you to the Gulf Coast GEMS event taking place February 27, 2024, at Marine Science Adventures!
To the left, you will find our tentative event agenda.
We will update this page with more information as we get closer to the event.
ARRIVAL: 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
Sponsors ONLY report to the registration table located at the Front Entrance. Once the sponsor has signed in, teams may enter to set up project displays.
PROJECT SHOWCASE: 10:15 - 10:45 AM
Guests are invited to attend the Project Showcase. All other scheduled activities are for selected GEMS Teams ONLY.
DISMISSAL: 2:30 PM
Sponsors are responsible for releasing the students to a designated parent or guardian. We expect ALL team members to participate in the scheduled activities until the end. No early departures, PLEASE!
Check the FAQs page for more information
This event is based on an application process. Only teams receiving a notice of acceptance are eligible to attend.
Sponsors are responsible for travel arrangements and monitoring students following the school/district's field trip policies and guidelines.
Information for Overnight Guests
Overnight Schedule
To the left, you will find our tentative overnight schedule for teams spending the night.
We will update this page with more information as we get closer to the event.
ARRIVAL: After 3:00 PM
Check the FAQs page for more information
This event is based on an application process. Overnight accommodations are ONLY for accepted board-employed sponsors, approved co-sponsors, and GEMS Team Members.
Sponsors are responsible for travel arrangements and monitoring students following the school/district's field trip policies and guidelines.
What to Bring - Overnight
Location Information:
1054 West Beach Blvd
Gulf Shores, AL 36542
For directions visit:
https://www.marinescienceadventures.com/accommodations
The Marine Science Adventure location has overnight accommodations available for sponsors and teams who would like to take part in overnight activities on Monday, February 26, 2024. This is optional, and not required to participate during the Expo on February 27, 2024. Camp-style lodging, dinner, and breakfast will be provided. See the application for more information.
GEMS applicants have the opportunity to submit a video to describe their project and how it will be presented. Check out their videos to see the exciting projects that will be spotlighted during the project showcase!