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Ocean Institute

★★★★★ 4.8 · 3 reviews📍 24200 Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629
STEM/STEAMCookingSailingField TripsExperimentAges 5–18++4 more

About Ocean Institute

Since its beginnings, the Ocean Institute has been a leader in providing ocean science and maritime history educational experiences. It has become nationally renowned for its hands-on programs that inspire and educate students of all ages. With a focus on ocean literacy, the Institute provides unique opportunities to explore ocean science and maritime history. The Ocean Institute has been an integral part of the Orange County community for more than 40 years. Founded in 1977 as the Orange County Marine Institute, this community-based, federally recognized 501(c)(3) organization has since flourished into a nationally acclaimed educational organization. With a mission to inspire and educate students of all ages about ocean science and maritime history, the Ocean Institute provides unique and hands-on learning opportunities to foster ocean literacy. Led by its founder, Stan Cummings, the Institute has stood the test of time, continuing to provide exciting and educational experiences for the past four decades.

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AT HOME LEARNING
If you can’t come to Ocean Institute, we want to bring Ocean Institute to you! A variety of topics will be covered including ocean science, ocean conservation, and maritime history. Lessons include a video resource and an educational activity for you to try at home.
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The Scoop on Poop
Poop may be a gross topic to most, but it’s actually a very important part of biology! Have you ever wondered how a digestive system really works? Or why poop is an important part of an ecosystem? Use this lesson to discover the “Scoop on Poop” with hands-on activities including making your own version of a digestive system!
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Dress Like a Sailor
Take a tour of our Tallship, The Spirit of Dana Point, with our Maritime Manager, Kristin McGowan. After you have toured the ship, Kristin will take you into the Maritime History Center and teach you how to dress like a sailor on a budget.

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🗺️ 24200 Harbor Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629 — open in Maps

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★ 4.8 · Dana Point, CA