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CREATED:20240604T174608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T233653Z
UID:50636-1762079400-1762090200@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-2-2024-09-29-2024-11-03/2025-11-02/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T150000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224958
CREATED:20250701T175611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T130334Z
UID:56095-1762077600-1762095600@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-6/2025-11-02/
CATEGORIES:Admission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T123000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224958
CREATED:20241106T193516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T193516Z
UID:56642-1762077600-1762086600@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/2025-11-02/
CATEGORIES:R/V Sea Explorer,Whale and Marine Life Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251101T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251101T150000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224958
CREATED:20250717T203509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T053333Z
UID:55684-1762005600-1762009200@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-2/2025-11-01/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Scenes Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T123500
DTSTAMP:20260817T224958
CREATED:20250813T210336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T013243Z
UID:57155-1761998400-1762000500@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/2025-11-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T133000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224958
CREATED:20240604T174608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T233652Z
UID:50635-1761993000-1762003800@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-2-2024-09-29-2024-11-03/2025-11-01/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T150000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224958
CREATED:20250701T175611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T123337Z
UID:56092-1761991200-1762009200@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-6/2025-11-01/
CATEGORIES:Admission
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251101T123000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224958
CREATED:20241106T193516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T193516Z
UID:56641-1761991200-1762000200@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/2025-11-01/
CATEGORIES:R/V Sea Explorer,Whale and Marine Life Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251030T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251030T103000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224958
CREATED:20250918T153940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T153940Z
UID:57487-1761816600-1761820200@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Tiny Tots
DESCRIPTION: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  \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				Fall Dates and Themes: October 2\, 6\, 9\, and 13: Phenomenal PhysicsOctober 16\, 20\, 23\, and 27: Mad ScienceOctober 30\, November 3\, 6\, and 10: Deep SeaNovember 13\, 17\, 20\, and 24: Creepy Crawlies \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. There will be 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				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				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/2025-10-30/
CATEGORIES:Tiny Tots
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251027T103000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224958
CREATED:20250918T153940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T153940Z
UID:57486-1761557400-1761561000@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Tiny Tots
DESCRIPTION: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  \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				Fall Dates and Themes: October 2\, 6\, 9\, and 13: Phenomenal PhysicsOctober 16\, 20\, 23\, and 27: Mad ScienceOctober 30\, November 3\, 6\, and 10: Deep SeaNovember 13\, 17\, 20\, and 24: Creepy Crawlies \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. There will be 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				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				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/2025-10-27/
CATEGORIES:Tiny Tots
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251026T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224958
CREATED:20250717T203509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T050341Z
UID:55683-1761487200-1761490800@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-2/2025-10-26/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Scenes Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T140000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224958
CREATED:20250616T172711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T172711Z
UID:57607-1761481800-1761487200@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Sea Shanty Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Sea Shanty Sundays\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Ahoy mateys! You are invited to sing sea shanties with the pirate band\, Queen Anne’s Blouse\, on the Spirit of Dana Point docked at Ocean Institute’s Maritime Village! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				This is your opportunity to dress\, talk\, and sing like a pirate. Bring your family and friends and enjoy singing along to classic and original sea shanties based on our fascinating maritime history.  Get an introduction to the life of a sailor on a tall ship.  Learn nautical terms and phrases.  Hear stories about the legendary sea cave\, Richard Henry Dana Jr.\, and the real pirate who attacked San Juan Capistrano in 1818.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Costumes are welcome\, but not required!\n\nIncluded with General Admission!\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				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/sea-shanty-sunday/2025-10-26/
CATEGORIES:Sea Shanty Sundays
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T123500
DTSTAMP:20260817T224958
CREATED:20250813T210336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T010334Z
UID:57154-1761480000-1761482100@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/2025-10-26/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T133000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224958
CREATED:20240604T174608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T233652Z
UID:50634-1761474600-1761485400@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-2-2024-09-29-2024-11-03/2025-10-26/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224958
CREATED:20250701T175611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T120329Z
UID:56091-1761472800-1761490800@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-6/2025-10-26/
CATEGORIES:Admission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T194500
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20230919T234923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T171250Z
UID:57740-1761418800-1761421500@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Glow Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family fun FALL event!\nEnjoy apple cider\, temporary tattoos\, and trick or treating all while cruising the beautiful Dana Point Harbor on the R/V Sea Explorer! Harbor Hayrides are at 5:00pm\, 6:00pm\, and a special Glow Cruise at 7:00pm. Cruises are 45 minutes long. Drinks will be available for purchase onboard. \nDouble the fun! Harbor Hayride tickets also include access into Spooky Seas in the evening! Check out the event here. \n  \nPricing: \nTickets: $35\nInfant/Toddler (0-18 months): $10\n			\n				Tickets
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/harbor-hayrides-2025-10-25-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T184500
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20230919T234923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T171123Z
UID:57812-1761415200-1761417900@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Harbor Hayrides
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family fun FALL event!\nEnjoy apple cider\, temporary tattoos\, and trick or treating all while cruising the beautiful Dana Point Harbor on the R/V Sea Explorer! Harbor Hayrides are at 5:00pm\, 6:00pm\, and a special Glow Cruise at 7:00pm. Cruises are 45 minutes long. Drinks will be available for purchase onboard. \nDouble the fun! Harbor Hayride tickets also include access into Spooky Seas in the evening! Check out the event here. \n  \nPricing: \nTickets: $35\nInfant/Toddler (0-18 months): $10\n			\n				Tickets
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/harbor-hayrides-2025-10-25/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T210000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20250828T185040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T165837Z
UID:57224-1761413400-1761426000@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Spooky Seas
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the spooktacular season with Spooky Seas!\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Back this year with new family friendly frights\, from bioluminescence laser tag to the mad scientist laboratory\, there’s something fun for the whole family to enjoy! Bats & ghouls – come in costume to participate in our costume contest and enjoy food\, drinks\, and alcoholic drinks available for purchase. \nActivities Include:\n\nBioluminescence Laser Tag\nBiolum Room\nCostume Contest\nMad Scientist Lab\nHaunted Ship Tours\nAquarium Access\nPhoto Booth\nFood\, Beer and Wine for purchase\n\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Pricing:\nAdults – $20\nSeniors/Military (55+ y.o\, Veteran\, Active Military) – $18.50\nChildren (19 months – 13 y.o) – $17\nToddlers (0 – 18 months) – Free!\nFood and drinks available for purchase!\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				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Harbor Hayrides\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Want to get even spookier? Hop aboard the R/V Sea Explorer for a haunting Harbor Hayride! Admission to Spooky Seas is included with your ticket.\nEnjoy apple cider\, temporary tattoos and trick or treating all while cruising the beautiful Dana Point Harbor! Harbor Hayrides are 45 minutes. The 7pm cruise will be a special Glow Cruise with a focus on bioluminescence!\n			\n				Tickets
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/spooky-seas-2025/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T174500
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20230919T234923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T170843Z
UID:37949-1761411600-1761414300@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Harbor Hayrides
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a family fun FALL event!\nEnjoy apple cider\, temporary tattoos\, and trick or treating all while cruising the beautiful Dana Point Harbor on the R/V Sea Explorer! Harbor Hayrides are at 5:00pm\, 6:00pm\, and a special Glow Cruise at 7:00pm. Cruises are 45 minutes long. Drinks will be available for purchase onboard. \nDouble the fun! Harbor Hayride tickets also include access into Spooky Seas in the evening! Check out the event here. \n  \nPricing: \nTickets: $35\nInfant/Toddler (0-18 months): $10\n			\n				Tickets
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/harbor-hayrides/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251023T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251023T103000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20250918T153940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T153940Z
UID:57485-1761211800-1761215400@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Tiny Tots
DESCRIPTION: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  \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				Fall Dates and Themes: October 2\, 6\, 9\, and 13: Phenomenal PhysicsOctober 16\, 20\, 23\, and 27: Mad ScienceOctober 30\, November 3\, 6\, and 10: Deep SeaNovember 13\, 17\, 20\, and 24: Creepy Crawlies \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. There will be 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				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				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/2025-10-23/
CATEGORIES:Tiny Tots
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251020T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251020T103000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20250918T153940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T153940Z
UID:57484-1760952600-1760956200@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Tiny Tots
DESCRIPTION: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  \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				Fall Dates and Themes: October 2\, 6\, 9\, and 13: Phenomenal PhysicsOctober 16\, 20\, 23\, and 27: Mad ScienceOctober 30\, November 3\, 6\, and 10: Deep SeaNovember 13\, 17\, 20\, and 24: Creepy Crawlies \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. There will be 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				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				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/2025-10-20/
CATEGORIES:Tiny Tots
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251019T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251019T223000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20250624T193032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T040103Z
UID:55802-1760905800-1760913000@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-5-2/2025-10-19/
CATEGORIES:Bioluminescence Night Cruise
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20250918T165811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T000251Z
UID:57545-1760882400-1760889600@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Tidepool Hike
DESCRIPTION:Explore the world between the tides!\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join the Ocean Institute for a tidepool hike led by one of our expert naturalists.\nThe hike will take us into the rocky Marine Protected Area located directly behind the Ocean Institute. Families can explore the area and search for snails\, crabs\, sea stars\, and other animals that make the tidepools their home. The winter months are the best time to explore these magical marine ecosystems!\nWhat to Expect: \nHike Difficulty Rating: Moderate\, 1 – 1.5 mile round trip. \nPlease be prepared for rocky\, uneven\, and slick terrain for the entire hike. \nDress: Closed-toed\, Closed-heeled sturdy shoes are required. We recommend sunscreen\, light layers\, and water. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Pricing: \n$18 a person\n*This hike is not recommended for children younger than four years old \n			\n				Tickets
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/tidepool-hike-2025/2025-10-19/
CATEGORIES:Tidepool Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251019T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251019T150000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20250717T203509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T043252Z
UID:55681-1760882400-1760886000@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-2/2025-10-19/
CATEGORIES:Behind the Scenes Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T123500
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20250813T210336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T003243Z
UID:57153-1760875200-1760877300@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/2025-10-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T133000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20240604T174608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T233650Z
UID:50632-1760869800-1760880600@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-2-2024-09-29-2024-11-03/2025-10-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T150000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20250701T175611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T113333Z
UID:56090-1760868000-1760886000@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-6/2025-10-19/
CATEGORIES:Admission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T123000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20241106T193516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T193516Z
UID:56638-1760868000-1760877000@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/2025-10-19/
CATEGORIES:R/V Sea Explorer,Whale and Marine Life Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T110000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20250124T193917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T033344Z
UID:52677-1760864400-1760871600@oceaninstitute.org
SUMMARY:Community Beach Cleanup - Stand Up to Trash
DESCRIPTION:Community Beach Cleanup\nin partnership with \n \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Join us for a day of fun on the water\, beach and surrounding areas to cleanup our natural world.  \nNew theme every month with a guest speaker on the Maddie James Seaside Learning Center Historical Wharf \n9:00am-10:30am Beach Cleanup \n10:30am Free Lunch & Learn at Ocean Institute \n			\n				RVSP
URL:https://oceaninstitute.org/event/community-beach-cleanup-stand-up-to-trash-2/2025-10-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T103000
DTSTAMP:20260817T224959
CREATED:20250513T182920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T182920Z
UID:57639-1760864400-1760869800@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/2025-10-19/
LOCATION:Shaw’s Cove\, Fairview Street\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Snorkel Tours
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