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What’s squishy, gelatinous, and almost stingy all over? Jellies! These fascinating invertebrates are mostly H2O and use tentacles lined with cnidocytes—specialized stinging cells—to catch their prey. With surprisingly complex life cycles, jellies are the ultimate symbol of a go-with-the-flow attitude, which is exactly why we love celebrating them at camp. This week, we’ll drift with the currents, create tentacle-inspired art, and build models to explore how their lightning-fast stinging cells work. From moon jellies and sea nettles to pink meanies galore, so many incredible species visit our shores. Don’t worry—no one will get stung—but trust us, you’ll be jelly if you miss out. Grab your snorkel gear and get ready to float with the jellies!
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