The students visit a unique community of plants and animals and learn about adaptation and habitat niches. Students learn about the importance of the marsh habitat including its functions as a wildlife nesting ground, migration resting spot, natural water purification, atmospheric gas producer, flood control area, and fish hatchery. Students will gain an appreciation for wetlands and an understanding of the importance of their preservation. Tide Pools Tidepooling provides an exploratory time for students to see and touch the creatures living in this community with a focus on adaptation, communities, and food chains as well as respect for natural habitats. Seal Walk and Pebble Beach Students walk along the Pacific coast and observe Northern Harbor Seals at a frequent resting spot.
Naturalists discuss the seals adaptation to the aquatic environment and behavioral characteristics.
The walk is a time to observe coastal plants and watch the waves and seabirds. Pebble Beach is a unique natural phenomenon and an opportunity to learn about coastal geology. The activity concludes with the Naturalist telling bedtime stories to students in their cabins. Ocean Odyssey Students prepare for their field trip to the ocean through an evening class which includes a slide show, skits, and songs.