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SUMMARY:Tiny Tots
DESCRIPTION:Tiny Tots: Ocean Explorers\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tiny Tots\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Calling all Ocean Explorers! Join us for this “Mommy & Me” style program dedicated to exploring your world through song\, movement\, and your senses. Enjoy new activities each session and a new animal every month! \n*Please note that a parent/guardian must participate and attend with their child. This is a “Mommy & Me” style class. \n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Summer Dates and Themes: \nJune 23\, 26\, and 30 and July 3: Whales & Dolphins\nJuly 7\, 10\, 14\, and 17: Sharks\nJuly 21\, 24\, 28\, and 31: Tidepool Friends\nAugust 4\, 7\, 11\, and 14: Turtles \nClasses are offered on Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30am to 10:30am. Each class contains ~30-minutes of led activities & ~30-minutes of structured play time.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				New Activities Every Class!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Audience: Recommended ages ~2-4 years old. \nLocation: Ocean Institute \nPrice: $20 (Ticket includes one child and one adult)\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Build a Bundle and get 25% off! \nWhen enrolled in 3 classes or more! When you have 3 or more different class dates in your cart you will get each class for $15 (regular price $20!).\nDiscount will auto-apply in the cart. All classes must be booked all at once to receive the discount. Discounts will not be retro-applied for single drop-ins. Classes must be on different dates\, not multiple enrollments for the same date.\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				TICKETS\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				CALENDAR\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tiny Tots Refund & Rescheduling Policy\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Please note that Tiny Tots tickets are non-refundable unless a doctor’s note is emailed to guestservices@oceaninstitute.org. \nIf you need to reschedule a Tiny Tots class\, please send a rescheduling request with your new desired date to guestservices@oceaninstitute.org at least 24 hours before the start time of your class. We will do our best to accommodate your date request and send you an updated confirmation email. A 5% transfer fee will be added to all rescheduled tickets.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/tiny-tots-4/2025-08-11/
CATEGORIES:Tiny Tots
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250814T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250814T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091544
CREATED:20250513T182920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T093356Z
UID:55464-1755162000-1755167400@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Guided Snorkel Tour
DESCRIPTION:Guided Snorkel Tour\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Explore the ocean with us!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join our semi-private guided snorkel tours and explore the stunning marine life of Shaw’s Cove! Meet at the beach where your expert guide will lead you through Southern California’s beautiful kelp forests. Enjoy 45 minutes in the water as our guide introduces you to the beauty of Southern California’s kelp forests and their marine life. All gear provided—just bring your sense of adventure! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Your tour includes:\n\nComplete set of snorkel gear (mask\, snorkel\, fins\, and wetsuit)\nExpert tour guide with knowledge of the cove\, kelp forests\, and marine species\nAll gear setup and breakdown handled by your guide\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Pricing:\n$64.00 per person. (2 person minimum) \nRecommended for ages six and up. Guests must secure their own transportation to Shaw’s Cove. \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				To show our appreciation\, several Laguna Beach partners are offering exclusive promotions just for you. Simply show your ticket confirmation from your guided snorkel tour at the participating businesses to enjoy these special deals.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Enjoy the perks—and the memories! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nMuseum of Make Believe – $2 OFF Adult Tickets\nSplashes – complimentary dessert w/ purchase of lunch entrée\nSoul Spark\, LLC – 2 free\, 1 hour coaching sessions (life\, career\, or both)\nGG’s Bistro – 15% discount (excluding Happy Hour) \nAçaí Republic Laguna Beach – 25% off\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Frequently Asked Questions\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Where does the tour take place?\n				Tours take place at Shaw’s Cove in Laguna Beach\, CA \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Where do we meet?\n				Your guide will meet you by the bench at the top of the stairs at Shaw’s Cove in Laguna Beach. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Is there parking near the meeting point?\n				There is limited street parking available near Shaw’s Cove. You can park on Fariview\, Cliff Drive\, or other side streets. There is also metered parking along PCH.  \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What should I bring/wear?\n				All snorkeling gear is provided! Wear your swimsuit under your clothes and bring a towel. Wetsuits are provided but are optional depending on the season. We also recommend bringing sunscreen and water. \nYou’ll also need to fill out and bring a copy of our Water-Based Recreation Waiver for each member of the group. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Is the water cold?\n				Southern California’s waters can be a bit chilly depending on the season\, but the wetsuit should keep you nice and comfortable for the duration of the dive! And the hot cocoa afterwards will certainly help you warm up!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Do I need to know how to swim?\n				Yes\, you should be comfortable swimming to enjoy this snorkeling experience. Our guides will have boogie boards available should you get tired\, so you can rest and enjoy the sights from the board!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Do I need previous snorkeling experience?\n				Our guides are trained to support all snorkeling experience levels\, including beginners!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What if the weather conditions are bad?\n				Safety comes first. If conditions aren’t suitable\, we’ll notify you and offer rescheduling or a full refund.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				How many people are on each tour?\n				Tours are semi-private with a small group size to ensure personal attention and safety—we have a maximum of 5 guests per guide. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Can I bring a camera or GoPro?\n				Yes! Waterproof cameras are welcome\, but please ensure they’re secure. Guides may also take photos during the tour.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				How do I book a tour?\n				You can reserve your spot online by clicking the Tickets button above\, or by contacting our Guest Services team at (949) 496-2274 ext. 111 or at guestservices@oceaninstitute.org.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What happens after the tour?\n				After exploring the ocean\, our guides handle the gear cleanup! We can also recommend some amazing local restaurants to enjoy – swimming can often make you hungry!\n			\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/guided-snorkel-tour/2025-08-14/
LOCATION:Shaw’s Cove\, Fairview Street\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Snorkel Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250814T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250814T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091544
CREATED:20250513T195427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T040239Z
UID:55495-1755163800-1755167400@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Tiny Tots
DESCRIPTION:Tiny Tots: Ocean Explorers\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tiny Tots\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Calling all Ocean Explorers! Join us for this “Mommy & Me” style program dedicated to exploring your world through song\, movement\, and your senses. Enjoy new activities each session and a new animal every month! \n*Please note that a parent/guardian must participate and attend with their child. This is a “Mommy & Me” style class. \n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Summer Dates and Themes: \nJune 23\, 26\, and 30 and July 3: Whales & Dolphins\nJuly 7\, 10\, 14\, and 17: Sharks\nJuly 21\, 24\, 28\, and 31: Tidepool Friends\nAugust 4\, 7\, 11\, and 14: Turtles \nClasses are offered on Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30am to 10:30am. Each class contains ~30-minutes of led activities & ~30-minutes of structured play time.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				New Activities Every Class!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Audience: Recommended ages ~2-4 years old. \nLocation: Ocean Institute \nPrice: $20 (Ticket includes one child and one adult)\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Build a Bundle and get 25% off! \nWhen enrolled in 3 classes or more! When you have 3 or more different class dates in your cart you will get each class for $15 (regular price $20!).\nDiscount will auto-apply in the cart. All classes must be booked all at once to receive the discount. Discounts will not be retro-applied for single drop-ins. Classes must be on different dates\, not multiple enrollments for the same date.\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				TICKETS\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				CALENDAR\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tiny Tots Refund & Rescheduling Policy\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Please note that Tiny Tots tickets are non-refundable unless a doctor’s note is emailed to guestservices@oceaninstitute.org. \nIf you need to reschedule a Tiny Tots class\, please send a rescheduling request with your new desired date to guestservices@oceaninstitute.org at least 24 hours before the start time of your class. We will do our best to accommodate your date request and send you an updated confirmation email. A 5% transfer fee will be added to all rescheduled tickets.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/tiny-tots-4/2025-08-14/
CATEGORIES:Tiny Tots
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250815T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250815T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091544
CREATED:20250513T182920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T100256Z
UID:55465-1755248400-1755253800@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Guided Snorkel Tour
DESCRIPTION:Guided Snorkel Tour\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Explore the ocean with us!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join our semi-private guided snorkel tours and explore the stunning marine life of Shaw’s Cove! Meet at the beach where your expert guide will lead you through Southern California’s beautiful kelp forests. Enjoy 45 minutes in the water as our guide introduces you to the beauty of Southern California’s kelp forests and their marine life. All gear provided—just bring your sense of adventure! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Your tour includes:\n\nComplete set of snorkel gear (mask\, snorkel\, fins\, and wetsuit)\nExpert tour guide with knowledge of the cove\, kelp forests\, and marine species\nAll gear setup and breakdown handled by your guide\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Pricing:\n$64.00 per person. (2 person minimum) \nRecommended for ages six and up. Guests must secure their own transportation to Shaw’s Cove. \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				To show our appreciation\, several Laguna Beach partners are offering exclusive promotions just for you. Simply show your ticket confirmation from your guided snorkel tour at the participating businesses to enjoy these special deals.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Enjoy the perks—and the memories! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nMuseum of Make Believe – $2 OFF Adult Tickets\nSplashes – complimentary dessert w/ purchase of lunch entrée\nSoul Spark\, LLC – 2 free\, 1 hour coaching sessions (life\, career\, or both)\nGG’s Bistro – 15% discount (excluding Happy Hour) \nAçaí Republic Laguna Beach – 25% off\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Frequently Asked Questions\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Where does the tour take place?\n				Tours take place at Shaw’s Cove in Laguna Beach\, CA \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Where do we meet?\n				Your guide will meet you by the bench at the top of the stairs at Shaw’s Cove in Laguna Beach. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Is there parking near the meeting point?\n				There is limited street parking available near Shaw’s Cove. You can park on Fariview\, Cliff Drive\, or other side streets. There is also metered parking along PCH.  \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What should I bring/wear?\n				All snorkeling gear is provided! Wear your swimsuit under your clothes and bring a towel. Wetsuits are provided but are optional depending on the season. We also recommend bringing sunscreen and water. \nYou’ll also need to fill out and bring a copy of our Water-Based Recreation Waiver for each member of the group. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Is the water cold?\n				Southern California’s waters can be a bit chilly depending on the season\, but the wetsuit should keep you nice and comfortable for the duration of the dive! And the hot cocoa afterwards will certainly help you warm up!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Do I need to know how to swim?\n				Yes\, you should be comfortable swimming to enjoy this snorkeling experience. Our guides will have boogie boards available should you get tired\, so you can rest and enjoy the sights from the board!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Do I need previous snorkeling experience?\n				Our guides are trained to support all snorkeling experience levels\, including beginners!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What if the weather conditions are bad?\n				Safety comes first. If conditions aren’t suitable\, we’ll notify you and offer rescheduling or a full refund.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				How many people are on each tour?\n				Tours are semi-private with a small group size to ensure personal attention and safety—we have a maximum of 5 guests per guide. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Can I bring a camera or GoPro?\n				Yes! Waterproof cameras are welcome\, but please ensure they’re secure. Guides may also take photos during the tour.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				How do I book a tour?\n				You can reserve your spot online by clicking the Tickets button above\, or by contacting our Guest Services team at (949) 496-2274 ext. 111 or at guestservices@oceaninstitute.org.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What happens after the tour?\n				After exploring the ocean\, our guides handle the gear cleanup! We can also recommend some amazing local restaurants to enjoy – swimming can often make you hungry!\n			\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/guided-snorkel-tour/2025-08-15/
LOCATION:Shaw’s Cove\, Fairview Street\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Snorkel Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091544
CREATED:20250501T200420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T203300Z
UID:55329-1755334800-1755342000@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Kayak Harbor Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the ocean from the water!\nJoin the Ocean Institute for a 2-hour interactive kayak tour around the Dana Point harbor. Learn about the history of the harbor and its unique ecosystem from one of our expert Naturalists. All experience levels are welcome. Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.\nPricing\nAdults (14 y.o and up) $36 \nChildren (3-13 y.o) $25 \nMust be at least 3 years old to participate. Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Included:KayakPaddleLife JacketOcean Institute Naturalist \nWhat to bring:Moisture-wicking clothingWeather dependent clothingHatSunglassesSunscreenWater \nPlease check in by 8:45 am. \n			\n				Book Now!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				All participants must complete a Water-Based Recreation Waiver\, which will be collected at check-in. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/kayak-harbor-tour-2/2025-08-16/
CATEGORIES:Kayak Tours
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250816T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250816T120000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091544
CREATED:20250722T205422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T202403Z
UID:56043-1755338400-1755345600@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Adventure Sail
DESCRIPTION:Set sail with OI for an unforgettable family adventure! Start with a muster and dive into hands-on activities like raising sail\, navigation\, helmsmanship\, and bow watch. Enjoy a thrilling demonstration of the ship’s cannon as our crew showcases naval gunnery. This exciting program is perfect for families looking to create lasting memories on the open water. Join us for a day of adventure and fun!\nTickets:\nAdults – $40\nChildren (19 months to 13 years) – $40\nInfant/Toddler (0 to 18 months) – $10\n			\n				BOOK HERE\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				About the Spirit of Dana Point \nThe Spirit of Dana Point is a traditionally built replica of a 1770s privateer schooner used during the American Revolution. These ships were known for their speed and were used for smuggling. The ship is 118 feet long with a rig height of 100 feet… and 5\,000 square feet of sail! \nIt was Dennis Holland’s dream to build an accurate replica from the period when America fought for independence. Armed with talent\, determination\, little money and plans he purchased from the Smithsonian Institution\, he laid the keel in his Orange County yard on May 2\, 1970. Thirteen years later\, this fast privateer was launched and continues to sail the ocean. Everywhere you look on board is the craftsmanship and pride of early America. \nFormerly the Pilgrim of Newport\, the re-named Spirit of Dana Point is an excellent teaching platform where students directly experience life at sea as it has been for hundreds of years.  The 118-ft. schooner is used for living history and at-sea maritime programs throughout the year. \nThe Spirit of Dana Point is also available for public and private charters\, coastal sails\, corporate team building\, and filming opportunities. \nFor private charters\, events or wedding onboard the Spirit of Dana Point please e-mail: events@oceaninstitute.org\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/adventure-sail-2025-08-16/
CATEGORIES:Adventure Sail,Spirit of Dana Point
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091544
CREATED:20241106T193516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T193516Z
UID:56622-1755338400-1755347400@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Whale and Marine Life Tour
DESCRIPTION:Whale and Marine Life Tour at Ocean Institute!\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join our crew for an experience you will never forget.\nYour 2-1/2-hour adventure aboard the RV Sea Explorer\, Ocean Institute’s 65’ research vessel\, takes you miles beyond the Dana Point Harbor jetty in search of marine mammals such as migrating blue whales; large schools of playful Dolphin; the impressive sunfish known as Mola; and sleek harbor seals and sea lions. \nIn addition\, Ocean Institute’s professional naturalists are on hand to introduce you to the lifestyles of ocean creatures that frequent the waters off Dana Point. Hands-on activities include sorting through mud samples from the ocean floor\, as well as trawling for Plankton.\n Our cruises are safe and fun for the entire family\, and everyone will learn something new about our ocean and the life within it.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Whale and Marine Life Tour Pricing:\nTicket: $40 | Infant/Toddler (0-1 y.o): $10\nWhale and Marine Life Ticket includes access into Ocean Institute for General Admission. \n			\n				Book Now!\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				ABOUT: The Ocean Institute\, founded in 1977\, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100\,000 children\, teachers\, parents\, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science and Maritime History. The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs\, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center\, a historic tall ship\, and an oceanographic research vessel. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/whale-and-marine-life-tours/2025-08-16/
CATEGORIES:R/V Sea Explorer,Whale and Marine Life Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091544
CREATED:20250701T175611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T030330Z
UID:56063-1755338400-1755356400@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:General Admission
DESCRIPTION:General Admission\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				10:00 AM - 3:00 PM\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Ocean Institute’s general admission invites the public to engage with our immersive\, hands-on exhibits and rotating themes!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Our rotating themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Explore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch and an intertidal touch tank.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Bring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point and a visit to our Maritime Village.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nPricing:\nAdult: $16\nChild (19 months – 13 y.o): $12\nSenior (55+) or Military: $14\nInfant/Toddler (0-18 months): Free!\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nElevate your experience! Select add-ons at checkout:\n\nSquid Dissection: $5Sea Star Feeding: $10\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nTickets must be purchased for all individuals. Ocean Institute Members receive complimentary year-round general admission! Not a member? Click here to join today!\n\n			\n				Get Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-6/2025-08-16/
CATEGORIES:Admission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T133000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091544
CREATED:20240604T174608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T233637Z
UID:50613-1755340200-1755351000@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Squid Dissections
DESCRIPTION:Squid Dissections\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Squid Dissections\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Add-on experience for General Admission! \nDive into a hands-on experience suitable for all levels of curiosity with our squid dissections! Join our expert guides who will lead you through an exploration of anatomy and adaptations. Each dissection is 30 minutes long. \nEvery dissector requires their own ticket and may be accompanied by 1 additional person. Each dissector will receive their own squid to dissect. Note: Children under 18 months do not require their own ticket to accompany a dissector. \nDissections will occur at 10:30 am\, 11:30 am\, and 1:30 pm. \nAdd-on Price: $5 \nMust have a General Admission ticket to participate. Add on experience ticket during check out. \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/squid-dissections-2-2024-09-29-2024-11-03/2025-08-16/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T170000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250512T224244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T190827Z
UID:56577-1755342000-1755363600@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Dockside Drafts
DESCRIPTION:Dockside Drafts at Ocean Institute\n11:00 am – 5:00 pm \nThis summer\, make your way to Dockside Drafts at the Ocean Institute’s Maddie James Seaside Learning Center and Historical Wharf. This scenic waterfront beer event is the perfect stop to enjoy craft brews while soaking in the sights and sounds of the harbor. \nEnjoy the waterfront views alongside exclusive craft beer\, and a variety of refreshing options from local breweries. Delicious food will also be available from Delanya’s Texas BBQ! \nDon’t miss this one-of-a-kind experience—dockside brews with unbeatable views! \n 
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/dockside-drafts-2/2025-08-16/
CATEGORIES:Dockside Drafts
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250816T123500
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250813T210336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T171143Z
UID:57134-1755345600-1755347700@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Sea Star Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Sea Star Feeding\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Sea Star Feeding\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				General Admission add-on experience! \nHave you ever wanted to hand-feed a sea star? Join us for this interactive feeding experience where you can prepare their food alongside our staff and hand feed a sea star with this up-close encounter you won’t forget! \nEvery feeder requires their own ticket and may be accompanied by 1 additional person. Children under 18 months do not require their own ticket to accompany a feeder. \nAdd-on Price: $10 \nGeneral Admission ticket purchase is required. Add experience to your cart at checkout! \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/sea-star-feeding/2025-08-16/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250816T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250717T203509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T200331Z
UID:55648-1755352800-1755356400@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Behind-the-Scenes Aquarium Tour
DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the Ocean Institute? Join us on our immersive Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour to learn all about what it takes to run an aquarium! This tour takes you beyond the eyes of the public to our husbandry prep kitchen\, the quarantine lab\, and the life support yard\, and then you’ll get to participate in a shark feeding! \nTickets are $35 a person and include general admission to Ocean Institute! \n  \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/behind-the-scenes-aquarium-tour-2/2025-08-16/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Scenes Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250513T182920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T103257Z
UID:55466-1755421200-1755426600@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Guided Snorkel Tour
DESCRIPTION:Guided Snorkel Tour\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Explore the ocean with us!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join our semi-private guided snorkel tours and explore the stunning marine life of Shaw’s Cove! Meet at the beach where your expert guide will lead you through Southern California’s beautiful kelp forests. Enjoy 45 minutes in the water as our guide introduces you to the beauty of Southern California’s kelp forests and their marine life. All gear provided—just bring your sense of adventure! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Your tour includes:\n\nComplete set of snorkel gear (mask\, snorkel\, fins\, and wetsuit)\nExpert tour guide with knowledge of the cove\, kelp forests\, and marine species\nAll gear setup and breakdown handled by your guide\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Pricing:\n$64.00 per person. (2 person minimum) \nRecommended for ages six and up. Guests must secure their own transportation to Shaw’s Cove. \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				To show our appreciation\, several Laguna Beach partners are offering exclusive promotions just for you. Simply show your ticket confirmation from your guided snorkel tour at the participating businesses to enjoy these special deals.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Enjoy the perks—and the memories! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nMuseum of Make Believe – $2 OFF Adult Tickets\nSplashes – complimentary dessert w/ purchase of lunch entrée\nSoul Spark\, LLC – 2 free\, 1 hour coaching sessions (life\, career\, or both)\nGG’s Bistro – 15% discount (excluding Happy Hour) \nAçaí Republic Laguna Beach – 25% off\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Frequently Asked Questions\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Where does the tour take place?\n				Tours take place at Shaw’s Cove in Laguna Beach\, CA \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Where do we meet?\n				Your guide will meet you by the bench at the top of the stairs at Shaw’s Cove in Laguna Beach. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Is there parking near the meeting point?\n				There is limited street parking available near Shaw’s Cove. You can park on Fariview\, Cliff Drive\, or other side streets. There is also metered parking along PCH.  \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What should I bring/wear?\n				All snorkeling gear is provided! Wear your swimsuit under your clothes and bring a towel. Wetsuits are provided but are optional depending on the season. We also recommend bringing sunscreen and water. \nYou’ll also need to fill out and bring a copy of our Water-Based Recreation Waiver for each member of the group. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Is the water cold?\n				Southern California’s waters can be a bit chilly depending on the season\, but the wetsuit should keep you nice and comfortable for the duration of the dive! And the hot cocoa afterwards will certainly help you warm up!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Do I need to know how to swim?\n				Yes\, you should be comfortable swimming to enjoy this snorkeling experience. Our guides will have boogie boards available should you get tired\, so you can rest and enjoy the sights from the board!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Do I need previous snorkeling experience?\n				Our guides are trained to support all snorkeling experience levels\, including beginners!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What if the weather conditions are bad?\n				Safety comes first. If conditions aren’t suitable\, we’ll notify you and offer rescheduling or a full refund.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				How many people are on each tour?\n				Tours are semi-private with a small group size to ensure personal attention and safety—we have a maximum of 5 guests per guide. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Can I bring a camera or GoPro?\n				Yes! Waterproof cameras are welcome\, but please ensure they’re secure. Guides may also take photos during the tour.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				How do I book a tour?\n				You can reserve your spot online by clicking the Tickets button above\, or by contacting our Guest Services team at (949) 496-2274 ext. 111 or at guestservices@oceaninstitute.org.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What happens after the tour?\n				After exploring the ocean\, our guides handle the gear cleanup! We can also recommend some amazing local restaurants to enjoy – swimming can often make you hungry!\n			\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/guided-snorkel-tour/2025-08-17/
LOCATION:Shaw’s Cove\, Fairview Street\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Snorkel Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20241106T193516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T193516Z
UID:56623-1755424800-1755433800@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Whale and Marine Life Tour
DESCRIPTION:Whale and Marine Life Tour at Ocean Institute!\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join our crew for an experience you will never forget.\nYour 2-1/2-hour adventure aboard the RV Sea Explorer\, Ocean Institute’s 65’ research vessel\, takes you miles beyond the Dana Point Harbor jetty in search of marine mammals such as migrating blue whales; large schools of playful Dolphin; the impressive sunfish known as Mola; and sleek harbor seals and sea lions. \nIn addition\, Ocean Institute’s professional naturalists are on hand to introduce you to the lifestyles of ocean creatures that frequent the waters off Dana Point. Hands-on activities include sorting through mud samples from the ocean floor\, as well as trawling for Plankton.\n Our cruises are safe and fun for the entire family\, and everyone will learn something new about our ocean and the life within it.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Whale and Marine Life Tour Pricing:\nTicket: $40 | Infant/Toddler (0-1 y.o): $10\nWhale and Marine Life Ticket includes access into Ocean Institute for General Admission. \n			\n				Book Now!\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				ABOUT: The Ocean Institute\, founded in 1977\, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100\,000 children\, teachers\, parents\, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science and Maritime History. The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs\, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center\, a historic tall ship\, and an oceanographic research vessel. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/whale-and-marine-life-tours/2025-08-17/
CATEGORIES:R/V Sea Explorer,Whale and Marine Life Tour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250701T175611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T033324Z
UID:56064-1755424800-1755442800@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:General Admission
DESCRIPTION:General Admission\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				10:00 AM - 3:00 PM\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Ocean Institute’s general admission invites the public to engage with our immersive\, hands-on exhibits and rotating themes!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Our rotating themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Explore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch and an intertidal touch tank.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Bring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point and a visit to our Maritime Village.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nPricing:\nAdult: $16\nChild (19 months – 13 y.o): $12\nSenior (55+) or Military: $14\nInfant/Toddler (0-18 months): Free!\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nElevate your experience! Select add-ons at checkout:\n\nSquid Dissection: $5Sea Star Feeding: $10\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nTickets must be purchased for all individuals. Ocean Institute Members receive complimentary year-round general admission! Not a member? Click here to join today!\n\n			\n				Get Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-6/2025-08-17/
CATEGORIES:Admission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T133000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20240604T174608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T233638Z
UID:50614-1755426600-1755437400@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Squid Dissections
DESCRIPTION:Squid Dissections\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Squid Dissections\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Add-on experience for General Admission! \nDive into a hands-on experience suitable for all levels of curiosity with our squid dissections! Join our expert guides who will lead you through an exploration of anatomy and adaptations. Each dissection is 30 minutes long. \nEvery dissector requires their own ticket and may be accompanied by 1 additional person. Each dissector will receive their own squid to dissect. Note: Children under 18 months do not require their own ticket to accompany a dissector. \nDissections will occur at 10:30 am\, 11:30 am\, and 1:30 pm. \nAdd-on Price: $5 \nMust have a General Admission ticket to participate. Add on experience ticket during check out. \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/squid-dissections-2-2024-09-29-2024-11-03/2025-08-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T123500
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250813T210336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T170324Z
UID:57137-1755432000-1755434100@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Sea Star Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Sea Star Feeding\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Sea Star Feeding\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				General Admission add-on experience! \nHave you ever wanted to hand-feed a sea star? Join us for this interactive feeding experience where you can prepare their food alongside our staff and hand feed a sea star with this up-close encounter you won’t forget! \nEvery feeder requires their own ticket and may be accompanied by 1 additional person. Children under 18 months do not require their own ticket to accompany a feeder. \nAdd-on Price: $10 \nGeneral Admission ticket purchase is required. Add experience to your cart at checkout! \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/sea-star-feeding/2025-08-17/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250817T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250817T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250717T203509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T203255Z
UID:55649-1755439200-1755442800@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Behind-the-Scenes Aquarium Tour
DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the Ocean Institute? Join us on our immersive Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour to learn all about what it takes to run an aquarium! This tour takes you beyond the eyes of the public to our husbandry prep kitchen\, the quarantine lab\, and the life support yard\, and then you’ll get to participate in a shark feeding! \nTickets are $35 a person and include general admission to Ocean Institute! \n  \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/behind-the-scenes-aquarium-tour-2/2025-08-17/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Scenes Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250821T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250513T182920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T110257Z
UID:55467-1755766800-1755772200@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Guided Snorkel Tour
DESCRIPTION:Guided Snorkel Tour\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Explore the ocean with us!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join our semi-private guided snorkel tours and explore the stunning marine life of Shaw’s Cove! Meet at the beach where your expert guide will lead you through Southern California’s beautiful kelp forests. Enjoy 45 minutes in the water as our guide introduces you to the beauty of Southern California’s kelp forests and their marine life. All gear provided—just bring your sense of adventure! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Your tour includes:\n\nComplete set of snorkel gear (mask\, snorkel\, fins\, and wetsuit)\nExpert tour guide with knowledge of the cove\, kelp forests\, and marine species\nAll gear setup and breakdown handled by your guide\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Pricing:\n$64.00 per person. (2 person minimum) \nRecommended for ages six and up. Guests must secure their own transportation to Shaw’s Cove. \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				To show our appreciation\, several Laguna Beach partners are offering exclusive promotions just for you. Simply show your ticket confirmation from your guided snorkel tour at the participating businesses to enjoy these special deals.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Enjoy the perks—and the memories! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nMuseum of Make Believe – $2 OFF Adult Tickets\nSplashes – complimentary dessert w/ purchase of lunch entrée\nSoul Spark\, LLC – 2 free\, 1 hour coaching sessions (life\, career\, or both)\nGG’s Bistro – 15% discount (excluding Happy Hour) \nAçaí Republic Laguna Beach – 25% off\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Frequently Asked Questions\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Where does the tour take place?\n				Tours take place at Shaw’s Cove in Laguna Beach\, CA \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Where do we meet?\n				Your guide will meet you by the bench at the top of the stairs at Shaw’s Cove in Laguna Beach. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Is there parking near the meeting point?\n				There is limited street parking available near Shaw’s Cove. You can park on Fariview\, Cliff Drive\, or other side streets. There is also metered parking along PCH.  \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What should I bring/wear?\n				All snorkeling gear is provided! Wear your swimsuit under your clothes and bring a towel. Wetsuits are provided but are optional depending on the season. We also recommend bringing sunscreen and water. \nYou’ll also need to fill out and bring a copy of our Water-Based Recreation Waiver for each member of the group. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Is the water cold?\n				Southern California’s waters can be a bit chilly depending on the season\, but the wetsuit should keep you nice and comfortable for the duration of the dive! And the hot cocoa afterwards will certainly help you warm up!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Do I need to know how to swim?\n				Yes\, you should be comfortable swimming to enjoy this snorkeling experience. Our guides will have boogie boards available should you get tired\, so you can rest and enjoy the sights from the board!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Do I need previous snorkeling experience?\n				Our guides are trained to support all snorkeling experience levels\, including beginners!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What if the weather conditions are bad?\n				Safety comes first. If conditions aren’t suitable\, we’ll notify you and offer rescheduling or a full refund.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				How many people are on each tour?\n				Tours are semi-private with a small group size to ensure personal attention and safety—we have a maximum of 5 guests per guide. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Can I bring a camera or GoPro?\n				Yes! Waterproof cameras are welcome\, but please ensure they’re secure. Guides may also take photos during the tour.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				How do I book a tour?\n				You can reserve your spot online by clicking the Tickets button above\, or by contacting our Guest Services team at (949) 496-2274 ext. 111 or at guestservices@oceaninstitute.org.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What happens after the tour?\n				After exploring the ocean\, our guides handle the gear cleanup! We can also recommend some amazing local restaurants to enjoy – swimming can often make you hungry!\n			\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/guided-snorkel-tour/2025-08-21/
LOCATION:Shaw’s Cove\, Fairview Street\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Snorkel Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250821T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250821T223000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250624T193032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T230250Z
UID:55792-1755808200-1755815400@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Bioluminescence Night Cruise
DESCRIPTION:BIOLUMINESCENCE NIGHT CRUISE \n8:30 pm – 10:30 pm\nThere’s a luminous underwater world just waiting to shine! Learn about the remarkable ability of some marine animals to glow in the dark and witness this curiously beautiful phenomenon.*\nCome aboard the R/V Sea Explorer and join us off the coast of Dana Point at night to explore the nocturnal world of marine birds\, sea lions\, and bioluminescent plankton. \nA meter net is deployed 600 feet deep to capture thousands of drifting organisms that can make their own light. Also\, witness the food chain under our deployed squid light–from the tiniest of plankton to fish and squid–and at times the sea lions and dolphins who feed on them!\nBioluminescence Night Cruises are only offered during the summer months.\n*Please be advised that forces of nature determine the abundance of bioluminescence at any given time.\nPricing:\nTicket: $55\nInfant/Toddler (0-1 y.o): $10\n			\n				BOOK NOW\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/bioluminescence-night-cruise-5-2/2025-08-21/
CATEGORIES:Bioluminescence Night Cruise
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250822T103000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250513T182920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T113308Z
UID:55468-1755853200-1755858600@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Guided Snorkel Tour
DESCRIPTION:Guided Snorkel Tour\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Explore the ocean with us!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join our semi-private guided snorkel tours and explore the stunning marine life of Shaw’s Cove! Meet at the beach where your expert guide will lead you through Southern California’s beautiful kelp forests. Enjoy 45 minutes in the water as our guide introduces you to the beauty of Southern California’s kelp forests and their marine life. All gear provided—just bring your sense of adventure! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Your tour includes:\n\nComplete set of snorkel gear (mask\, snorkel\, fins\, and wetsuit)\nExpert tour guide with knowledge of the cove\, kelp forests\, and marine species\nAll gear setup and breakdown handled by your guide\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Pricing:\n$64.00 per person. (2 person minimum) \nRecommended for ages six and up. Guests must secure their own transportation to Shaw’s Cove. \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				To show our appreciation\, several Laguna Beach partners are offering exclusive promotions just for you. Simply show your ticket confirmation from your guided snorkel tour at the participating businesses to enjoy these special deals.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Enjoy the perks—and the memories! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nMuseum of Make Believe – $2 OFF Adult Tickets\nSplashes – complimentary dessert w/ purchase of lunch entrée\nSoul Spark\, LLC – 2 free\, 1 hour coaching sessions (life\, career\, or both)\nGG’s Bistro – 15% discount (excluding Happy Hour) \nAçaí Republic Laguna Beach – 25% off\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Frequently Asked Questions\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Where does the tour take place?\n				Tours take place at Shaw’s Cove in Laguna Beach\, CA \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Where do we meet?\n				Your guide will meet you by the bench at the top of the stairs at Shaw’s Cove in Laguna Beach. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Is there parking near the meeting point?\n				There is limited street parking available near Shaw’s Cove. You can park on Fariview\, Cliff Drive\, or other side streets. There is also metered parking along PCH.  \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What should I bring/wear?\n				All snorkeling gear is provided! Wear your swimsuit under your clothes and bring a towel. Wetsuits are provided but are optional depending on the season. We also recommend bringing sunscreen and water. \nYou’ll also need to fill out and bring a copy of our Water-Based Recreation Waiver for each member of the group. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Is the water cold?\n				Southern California’s waters can be a bit chilly depending on the season\, but the wetsuit should keep you nice and comfortable for the duration of the dive! And the hot cocoa afterwards will certainly help you warm up!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Do I need to know how to swim?\n				Yes\, you should be comfortable swimming to enjoy this snorkeling experience. Our guides will have boogie boards available should you get tired\, so you can rest and enjoy the sights from the board!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Do I need previous snorkeling experience?\n				Our guides are trained to support all snorkeling experience levels\, including beginners!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What if the weather conditions are bad?\n				Safety comes first. If conditions aren’t suitable\, we’ll notify you and offer rescheduling or a full refund.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				How many people are on each tour?\n				Tours are semi-private with a small group size to ensure personal attention and safety—we have a maximum of 5 guests per guide. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Can I bring a camera or GoPro?\n				Yes! Waterproof cameras are welcome\, but please ensure they’re secure. Guides may also take photos during the tour.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				How do I book a tour?\n				You can reserve your spot online by clicking the Tickets button above\, or by contacting our Guest Services team at (949) 496-2274 ext. 111 or at guestservices@oceaninstitute.org.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What happens after the tour?\n				After exploring the ocean\, our guides handle the gear cleanup! We can also recommend some amazing local restaurants to enjoy – swimming can often make you hungry!\n			\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/guided-snorkel-tour/2025-08-22/
LOCATION:Shaw’s Cove\, Fairview Street\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Snorkel Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250822T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250822T223000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250624T193032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250928T233330Z
UID:55793-1755894600-1755901800@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Bioluminescence Night Cruise
DESCRIPTION:BIOLUMINESCENCE NIGHT CRUISE \n8:30 pm – 10:30 pm\nThere’s a luminous underwater world just waiting to shine! Learn about the remarkable ability of some marine animals to glow in the dark and witness this curiously beautiful phenomenon.*\nCome aboard the R/V Sea Explorer and join us off the coast of Dana Point at night to explore the nocturnal world of marine birds\, sea lions\, and bioluminescent plankton. \nA meter net is deployed 600 feet deep to capture thousands of drifting organisms that can make their own light. Also\, witness the food chain under our deployed squid light–from the tiniest of plankton to fish and squid–and at times the sea lions and dolphins who feed on them!\nBioluminescence Night Cruises are only offered during the summer months.\n*Please be advised that forces of nature determine the abundance of bioluminescence at any given time.\nPricing:\nTicket: $55\nInfant/Toddler (0-1 y.o): $10\n			\n				BOOK NOW\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/bioluminescence-night-cruise-5-2/2025-08-22/
CATEGORIES:Bioluminescence Night Cruise
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T110000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250501T200420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T210325Z
UID:55330-1755939600-1755946800@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Kayak Harbor Tour
DESCRIPTION:Explore the ocean from the water!\nJoin the Ocean Institute for a 2-hour interactive kayak tour around the Dana Point harbor. Learn about the history of the harbor and its unique ecosystem from one of our expert Naturalists. All experience levels are welcome. Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.\nPricing\nAdults (14 y.o and up) $36 \nChildren (3-13 y.o) $25 \nMust be at least 3 years old to participate. Guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Included:KayakPaddleLife JacketOcean Institute Naturalist \nWhat to bring:Moisture-wicking clothingWeather dependent clothingHatSunglassesSunscreenWater \nPlease check in by 8:45 am. \n			\n				Book Now!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				All participants must complete a Water-Based Recreation Waiver\, which will be collected at check-in. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/kayak-harbor-tour-2/2025-08-23/
CATEGORIES:Kayak Tours
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T123000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20241106T193516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T193516Z
UID:56624-1755943200-1755952200@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Whale and Marine Life Tour
DESCRIPTION:Whale and Marine Life Tour at Ocean Institute!\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join our crew for an experience you will never forget.\nYour 2-1/2-hour adventure aboard the RV Sea Explorer\, Ocean Institute’s 65’ research vessel\, takes you miles beyond the Dana Point Harbor jetty in search of marine mammals such as migrating blue whales; large schools of playful Dolphin; the impressive sunfish known as Mola; and sleek harbor seals and sea lions. \nIn addition\, Ocean Institute’s professional naturalists are on hand to introduce you to the lifestyles of ocean creatures that frequent the waters off Dana Point. Hands-on activities include sorting through mud samples from the ocean floor\, as well as trawling for Plankton.\n Our cruises are safe and fun for the entire family\, and everyone will learn something new about our ocean and the life within it.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Whale and Marine Life Tour Pricing:\nTicket: $40 | Infant/Toddler (0-1 y.o): $10\nWhale and Marine Life Ticket includes access into Ocean Institute for General Admission. \n			\n				Book Now!\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				ABOUT: The Ocean Institute\, founded in 1977\, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100\,000 children\, teachers\, parents\, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science and Maritime History. The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs\, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center\, a historic tall ship\, and an oceanographic research vessel. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/whale-and-marine-life-tours/2025-08-23/
CATEGORIES:R/V Sea Explorer,Whale and Marine Life Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250701T175611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T040306Z
UID:58190-1755943200-1755961200@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:General Admission
DESCRIPTION:General Admission\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				10:00 AM - 3:00 PM\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Ocean Institute’s general admission invites the public to engage with our immersive\, hands-on exhibits and rotating themes!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Our rotating themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Explore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch and an intertidal touch tank.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Bring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point and a visit to our Maritime Village.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nPricing:\nAdult: $16\nChild (19 months – 13 y.o): $12\nSenior (55+) or Military: $14\nInfant/Toddler (0-18 months): Free!\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nElevate your experience! Select add-ons at checkout:\n\nSquid Dissection: $5Sea Star Feeding: $10\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nTickets must be purchased for all individuals. Ocean Institute Members receive complimentary year-round general admission! Not a member? Click here to join today!\n\n			\n				Get Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-6/2025-08-23/
CATEGORIES:Admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250701T175611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T211414Z
UID:56065-1755943200-1755961200@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:General Admission
DESCRIPTION:General Admission\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				10:00 AM - 3:00 PM\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Ocean Institute’s general admission invites the public to engage with our immersive\, hands-on exhibits and rotating themes!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Our rotating themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Explore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch and an intertidal touch tank.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Bring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point and a visit to our Maritime Village.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nPricing:\nToday only\, in honor of our founder\, Stan Cummings\, general admission is free for all!\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nElevate your experience!\n\nSquid Dissection: $5Sea Star Feeding: $10\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nPlease note\, parking will be extremely limited during this exciting day. Please utilize ride sharing and public transportation if possible. \n\n			\n				Get Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-6-2025-08-23/
CATEGORIES:Admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20250729T203105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T211614Z
UID:56583-1755943200-1755961200@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Founder's Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Ocean Institute’s Founder\,\nStan Cummings!\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Free Admission in Honor of Our Founder\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Located in scenic Dana Point Harbor\, Ocean Institute is a nationally recognized ocean education center where guests of all ages can explore marine science\, maritime history\, and conservation. Enjoy hands-on exhibits\, tide pool touch tanks\, and engaging activities for the whole family.\n \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nWant to go even deeper? Upgrade your day with a Whale & Marine Life Tour aboard our research vessel! Spot local wildlife and take part in immersive experiences like a mud grab\, plankton tow\, and live microscope viewing. Bonus: General Admission is included with your WMLT ticket purchase!\n\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nAbout Stan Cummings:\nStan founded the Orange County Marine Institute in 1977\, which began construction in 1980. He continued to be instrumental in the Institute’s development\, helping acquire the brig Pilgrim and the R/v Sea Explorer\, as well as starting the Tall Ships Festival in 1986\, which continues to this day as our  Maritime Festival. In 1999\, the OCMI became the Ocean Institute\, and has continued to fulfill Stan’s legacy through providing programming that embodies the tagline he created\, “Experience is the Teacher”.\n\n \nPlease note\, parking will be extremely limited during this exciting day. Please utilize ride sharing and public transportation if possible. \n			\n				Get Tickets
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/founders-day-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T133000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091545
CREATED:20240604T174608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T233638Z
UID:50615-1755945000-1755955800@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Squid Dissections
DESCRIPTION:Squid Dissections\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Squid Dissections\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Add-on experience for General Admission! \nDive into a hands-on experience suitable for all levels of curiosity with our squid dissections! Join our expert guides who will lead you through an exploration of anatomy and adaptations. Each dissection is 30 minutes long. \nEvery dissector requires their own ticket and may be accompanied by 1 additional person. Each dissector will receive their own squid to dissect. Note: Children under 18 months do not require their own ticket to accompany a dissector. \nDissections will occur at 10:30 am\, 11:30 am\, and 1:30 pm. \nAdd-on Price: $5 \nMust have a General Admission ticket to participate. Add on experience ticket during check out. \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/squid-dissections-2-2024-09-29-2024-11-03/2025-08-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T123500
DTSTAMP:20260412T091546
CREATED:20250813T210336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T173250Z
UID:57139-1755950400-1755952500@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Sea Star Feeding
DESCRIPTION:Sea Star Feeding\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Sea Star Feeding\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				General Admission add-on experience! \nHave you ever wanted to hand-feed a sea star? Join us for this interactive feeding experience where you can prepare their food alongside our staff and hand feed a sea star with this up-close encounter you won’t forget! \nEvery feeder requires their own ticket and may be accompanied by 1 additional person. Children under 18 months do not require their own ticket to accompany a feeder. \nAdd-on Price: $10 \nGeneral Admission ticket purchase is required. Add experience to your cart at checkout! \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/sea-star-feeding/2025-08-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250823T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250823T150000
DTSTAMP:20260412T091546
CREATED:20250717T203509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T210250Z
UID:55657-1755957600-1755961200@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Behind-the-Scenes Aquarium Tour
DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the Ocean Institute? Join us on our immersive Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour to learn all about what it takes to run an aquarium! This tour takes you beyond the eyes of the public to our husbandry prep kitchen\, the quarantine lab\, and the life support yard\, and then you’ll get to participate in a shark feeding! \nTickets are $35 a person and include general admission to Ocean Institute! \n  \n			\n				Tickets\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy.
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/behind-the-scenes-aquarium-tour-2/2025-08-23/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Scenes Tours
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