Parents and children alike learn the ecology and anatomy of baleen whales by assembling the skeleton of a 24 foot Minke whale and examining baleen and other whale artifacts. Following the presentation, view the student-made dioramas, aquaria and other exhibits in the museum. A wonderful opportunity to view a close look of the flora and fauna of coastal Maine. Families enjoy getting wet and having fun as they explore tide pools left behind by the ebb tide. The average rise of the tide in Bar Harbor is 10 to 11 feet so the view of the shoreline is always changing.
Tide pools provide hands-on exploration in one of the most unique and diverse environments.
This trip will acquaint families with one of the more shy and retiring mammals of Mount Desert Island. Remember, shhhhhh or these shy mammals will remain under water in their lodges and surface only after the group leaves. This trip is taken at dusk because that is the beaver's active work and play period. Bats, found on every continent except Antarctica play a vital role in the world's ecology from pollinating important plants, reseeding rainforests and keeping insect populations in check. See their amazing diversity in a stunning slide show and video presentation.