Marine Ecology
Living on the coast is a special privilege. We able to see the elephant seals hauled out on the beaches near Ano Nuevo or the Sea Otters floating through the kelp forests off the Monterey coast. This is only a small glimpse at the amazing life that thrives in the depths of the Pacific Ocean.
Students will learn about the dynamics of the ocean, its currents and tides, and how these create a healthy underwater environment. They will explore the adaptations of a variety of marine life from tide pool creatures, to the largest marine mammals.
The program is available for grades 3 and up. The selection of learning stations will focus the program to the appropriate age group.
Resources
Download the Matrix of Available Learning Stations
Download Fitzgerald Marine Reserve Site Guide
Fees
Presentation only:Grades 3 & up: 1.5-hour in-class presentation
- $170 for class sizes of 24 students or fewer
- $190 for class sizes between 25 and 32 students
Presentation w/Field Trip:
Grades 3 & up: 1.5 hour in-class presentation, 2 hour field trip to Fitzgerald Marine Reserve tide pools
- $250 for class sizes of 24 students or fewer
- $285 for class sizes between 25 and 32 students
Due to tides, Marine field trip dates are VERY limited. After your program request is accepted, we will contact you to discuss available times.
Scheduling School Programs
All School Programs are scheduled by teacher request using our online form. For more information, please review How to Sign Up for School Programs.
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