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Planet Earth Express Outreach Van
Birch Aquarium at a community event

Community Events

Birch Aquarium at Scripps participates in more than 20 community festivals and fairs annually to meet San Diegans all over the county and to fulfill the aquarium's mission to provide ocean science education and promote ocean conservation. Please stop by and say hi if you see the aquarium's table or Planet Earth Express Van at an event.

Want to invite the aquarium to participate in your community event?
Depending on the event length, theme, and requirements, Birch Aquarium can bring any combination of the following:
       
  • Colorfully-decorated Planet Earth Express Van
  • Small tank of live tide-pool animals, such as sea stars, hermit crabs, etc. (for selected events)
  • Hands-on ocean-related craft
  • Touchable marine biofacts and displays such as shark jaws and lobster molts
  • Aquarium coupons, brochures, and educational materials
                                                         
The aquarium gives priority to conservation, science, educational, and culturally-oriented events. Contact (858) 534-5208 for more information.