The Ocean Institute will celebrate World Oceans Day on Sunday, June 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. World Oceans Day allows us to celebrate the ocean’s wide array of wonders and resources and to consider ways that each of us can help with ocean conservation.
Come and explore the wonders of the ocean with us:
• Investigate sand and shells of the world
• Explore marine wildlife with exciting hands-on activities
• Learn about animals in our deepest seas
The cost to participate is $6.50 for adults, $4.50 for children (ages 3-12).
Founded in 1977, the Ocean Institute is a non-profit organization dedicated to ocean preservation through education, setting the standard for educational excellence and serving as a leading resource for universities, museums, teachers and all others seeking to increase their knowledge of the ocean.
The Ocean Institute is open to the general public on weekends, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Cost: $6.50 adults, $4.50 children (ages 4-12), Ocean Institute members free. Unique maritime and ocean-themed items are available in the Chambers Gallery every day, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Institute address: 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr., Dana Point. Website: www.ocean-institute.org. Phone number: (949) 496-2274.
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Jim Graves
