Ocean Institute Offers Summer Catalina Snorkeling Cruises
Dana Point, CALIF., July 12, 2010 – The Ocean Institute is offering a Catalina Island Snorkeling Cruise on Saturday, July 17, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. The cruise is a day-long trip onboard the R/V Sea Explorer featuring snorkeling, catch-and-release fishing and a BBQ dinner off the beautiful coast of Catalina Island. Additional Catalina Island Snorkeling Cruises will be offered on July 31 and August 14 & 28.
Cost $78 (Ocean Institute members $70). For ages 9+, children must be accompanied by an adult. Cruise information and reservations: (949) 496-2274, dial “0” for the operator or visit www.ocean-institute.org.
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 everyday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Institute address: 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr., Dana Point. Website: www.ocean-institute.org. Phone: (949) 496-2274.
2008 Business of the Year – The Dana Point Chamber of Commerce has selected the Ocean Institute as Dana Point’s “Business of the Year.” The award recognizes the positive contribution the Ocean Institute has made to the Dana Point community.
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