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Hours Today: Open 9:30am - 3:00pmTide Pool HikesExplore the world between tides! Join the Ocean Institute for a tidepool hike led by one of our expert naturalists. The hike will take us into the rocky Marine Conservation Area located directly behind the Ocean Institute. Families can explore the area and search for snails, crabs, sea stars, and other animals that […]
Looking to give back to the ocean and your community? In Partnership with StandUpTo Trash. Join us for a two-hour Beach Cleanup! Offered monthly with a rotating theme (America Recycles Day, Protecting California's Sharks, Marine Protected Areas, etc.). Check-in at Ocean Institute where Hot Cocoa and Coffee are available, courtesy of Coffee Importers. OI will provide your […]
Distinguished Speaker: David McGuire! Join us to explore California's coolest sharks with a presentation from marine biologist and director at Shark Stewards, David McGuire. He will be talking about local shark diversity, threats and global solutions to protect ocean health and sharks.Saturday, January 22nd 6:00pm - 8:00pm $15 - General $10 - Sea Star and above […]
Join our crew for an experience you will never forget. Your 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 […]