Both facilities offer classroom space, specimen collecting equipment, and microscopes. Most of the activities here are for groups only, but individuals and families are welcome to join a Whale Watch cruise. Guided by trained staff, the cruise offers great opportunities to see these beautiful creatures, and learn about their contribution to our lives and what we can do to make sure they stay with us. School Groups and others interested in nature and the marine sciences can receive hands-on, interactive training and enjoy educational boat trips throughout the year.
Topics can stress coastal geology, water chemistry, erosion, marine life, and marine careers.
Using a full complement of oceanographic equipment, students study a variety of marine life and conditions. Great for Scout merit badges, family groups, birthday parties, and student groups, this is a flexible nature and marine study program. A variety of other great programs are available in Careers, Science, Astronomy, Geology, The Environment, and much more. Interested groups should call with their specific needs. Most of these programs last 3 hours, some longer.