Camp Schedule
November 30
Day 1: Discover the Challenge
Opening ceremony, introductions, and team building
Palawan’s environment and current conservation challenges
Technology and science communication for conservation
Introduction to artificial intelligence, data annotation, and model training
December 1
Day 2: Build the System
Team formation and collaborative planning
Palawan’s marine life and harmful algal blooms
Introduction to low-cost observation systems and Raspberry Pi
Assembly and programming of the PlanktoScope and FishCam
December 2
Day 3: Design for the Ocean
Introductory sailing, swimming, and kayaking activities
Designing and waterproofing technology for marine environments
Three-dimensional modelling, printing, and enclosure fabrication
Continued equipment assembly and visual-media training
Camera settings, underwater imaging, lighting, and metadata
Preparing complete rigs and capture workflows
Connecting the assembled systems with artificial-intelligence tools
Turning images into data and exploring trained identification models
December 3
Day 4: Connect Technology & Data
Pre-deployment testing and troubleshooting
Field planning, site selection, and data-sheet preparation
Field deployment and retrieval of the technology
Automated analysis, manual validation, and interpretation of results
December 4
Day 5: Deploy and Analyze
Guided water and Sport for Conservation activities
Additional hands-on practice and troubleshooting
Refinement of team projects and communication materials
Preparation for the final presentations and technology showcase
December 5
Day 6: Refine and Prepare
Final team project presentations
National Geographic Explorer lightning talks and panel discussion
Student showcase and interactive technology gallery
Explorer feedback, recognition, reflections, and closing activities