The Gills Club is Atlantic White Shark Conservancy's STEM-based education initiative dedicated to connecting girls with female scientists from around the world, sharing knowledge, and inspiring the next generation of shark and ocean advocates. 

With the motto “Smart About Sharks,” Gills Club members are provided with tools to educate their peers about sharks through hands-on learning opportunities at events. In addition to being a vehicle that will foster positive attitudes towards sharks, we want this group to jump-start girls’ interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects, boosting their chances of entering careers in science.

Join the Gills Club at the Shark Center Chatham at 9am on Saturday January 21st to learn about Gills Club scientist Vicky Vasquez! Through hands-on activities, youth will learn about Vicky's work with deep-sea sharks, discovering a new species, and how to study the deep ocean.

This is not a dropoff program - adults are expected to stay with their youth for the duration of the event

Event is targeted for youth in grades 2-5

This event is free to participants thanks to a sponsorship from our friends at Nauset Marine.