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Ocean Investigators

Foster a love for the ocean through engaging hands-on science programs!

Ocean Investigators

Foster a love for the ocean through engaging hands-on science programs!

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Do you know a child who loves the ocean? Ocean Investigators is a series of programs at the Aquarium for participants 7-12 years old, that encourages exploration of marine life.

Each 2-hour class includes theme related activities, guided gallery tour, interaction with our animal care staff, and a keepsake journal. See below for each program theme, activities, and dates.

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COST
$38.00 per person; $32.00 for Aquarium members
Aquarium Admission not included

Program Themes

bonnethead shark swimming to left

Credit: Robin Riggs

Ocean Investigators: Sharks

June 10, August 5

Did you know that sharks come in many shapes and sizes? Come explore the variety of sharks found at the Aquarium and in the ocean. During this 2-hour program your child will:

  • Touch tidepool animals in our private classroom touch pool
  • Take a guided tour of galleries to see sharks
  • Touch sharks in our Shark Lagoon
  • Compare and contrast different types of shark teeth
  • Touch animal biofacts relating to sharks
anemone and sea stars in a shallow tidepool

Credit: Aquarium of the Pacific / Anitza Valles

Ocean Investigators: Invertebrates

June 25, August 20

They may be spineless, but they are mighty in numbers! Discover the startling survival techniques of these incredible creatures. During this 2-hour program your child will:

  • Touch tidepool animals in our private classroom touch pool
  • Take a guided tour of the Northern Pacific and Tropical Galleries to see invertebrates
  • Learn all about several different groups of invertebrates
  • Touch animal biofacts relating to invertebrates
  • Record observations of these unique animals
sea lion chase side profile

Credit: Robin Riggs

Ocean Investigators: Mammals

July 8, September 9

From layers of blubber to filter feeding baleen we will explore the amazing adaptations marine mammals use to survive in the ocean! During this 2-hour program your child will:

  • Touch tidepool animals in our private classroom touch pool
  • Take a guided tour of the North Pacific Gallery
  • Review the characteristics of mammals
  • Explore marine mammal biofacts
  • Record observations of marine mammals
Yellow Tang

Credit: Robin Riggs

Ocean Investigators: Fish

July 23, September 17 .

Sink into the watery world of fish with us as we survey the amazing adaptations of these scaly friends. During this 2-hour program, your child will:

  • Touch tidepool animals in our private classroom touch pool
  • Take a guided tour of Tropical Gallery to see variety of fish
  • Learn the key characteristics that make a fish a fish
  • Explore biofacts to learn more about fish
  • Record fish observations made during program

EVENT DETAILS

Date
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Cost
$38.00 per person; $32.00 for Aquarium members
Aquarium Admission not included
R.S.V.P.
(562) 590-3100 Pre-registration and pre-payment required on all experiences unless noted. Cancellations made 72 hours before the program will receive a full refund. Cancellations made less than 72 hours before a program will still be charged the full program price.
Ages
7-12 years old

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