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Whether it's investigating the digestive system of a mackerel, hiking through California's ecosystems, setting sail on the high seas, or stepping into the role of a marine biologist on a research vessel, the Ocean Institute has a program for YOU!

The Ocean Institute has been teaching students for over 30 years through hands-on educational experiences. All of our award-winning programs incorporate California state standards, enhancing your students' educational experience and providing a launching pad for your classroom teaching opportunities.

 

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Our Field Trips Ocean Institute representatives can help you determine the best program to meet your needs. Give us a call today at (949) 496-2274 or explore our field trip and program offerings to discover the unique educational adventures that await your students. Concerned about funding for our field trips? Let us know! The Ocean Institute has Student Aid funds available to help students in need, as well as our ever-popular Adopt-A-Class program. We will work with you to make certain that every student has a chance to attend your field trip.
Pre K-3 Into the Sea The Ocean Institute inspires our youngest learners with engaging experiences in our Ecology Learning Center, on our research vessel R/V Sea Explorer, and now on our tall ship Pilgrim! More >	In Depth Ocean and Earth Science Programs for Middle, High School, and College. Give your students research and in-the-field experiences. More >	Top Overnight Programs Give your students experiences that they will always remember! Our overnight programs are a great fit for busy school days. More >
Nature is the Classroom Research indicates that students who participate in Outdoor Education programs have increased concentration, resistance to stress and confidence. More >	At Sea Learn more about our programs aboard the R/V Sea Explorer and our programs that include sailing aboard the Spirit of Dana Point. More >	Gold Rush Navigate around Cape Horn on a historic tall ship, pan for gold in a mountain stream, and try to out-maneuver some of the greediest characters of the Gold Rush! More >
Field trips at the Ocean Institute provide students with unique experiences that cannot be replicated in the traditional classroom. Whether students are conducting fish dissections or spending the night aboard a tallship, they all are inspired to learn more about the ocean environment and facts.

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