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Explore cutting-edge Scripps research during SEA Days
SEA Days
Experience Science, Exploration and Adventure for all ages at our monthly SEA Day events. SEA Days features multi-generational learning about cutting-edge research
at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego. Monthly events focus on current
ocean topics with hands-on exploration, special activities and a chance to
interact with Scripps Oceanography scientists. SEA Days
also provides an ideal venue for students, scouts and others to meet
requirements for “Interview a Scientist” or career-day projects.
Programs
are included with aquarium admission and take place from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. on
the third Saturday of each month. Join us for these dynamic opportunities to
explore the ocean!
Saturday, May 19
Breathing in Climate Change Celebrate the American Lung Association's Clean Air Month with a
climate-themed SEA Day. Uncover the link between air pollution and
climate change as Scripps Oceanography researchers bring real-time
experiments to this event.
Saturday, June 16
Boundless Energy
Get charged up about the
future of energy at Birch Aquarium at Scripps! Explore renewable energy sources and decide how you would choose to
power the future. Meet our friends from the California Center for
Sustainability as they reveal easy energy solutions. Explore the center's Energy Roadshow, a 25-foot traveling resource on energy-saving practices for your home. Young adventurers can
explore hands-on exhibits, make a craft, and listen to story time.
Saturday, July 21
Sharks around the Globe
Did you know that more than 370 species of sharks swim
the world’s oceans? Enhance your knowledge of these spectacular fish and their
amazing adaptations through hands-on activities. Meet Scripps scientists
studying sharks and learn what you can do to help protect these important
predators.
Saturday, August 18
Bay Day
Which local San Diego
resource is 12 miles long and one mile wide? The San Diego Bay! Come
investigate San Diego Bay’s diverse environments and inhabitants and visit with
local San Diego non-profits and scientists working in the Bay.Enjoy a Bay-related scavenger hunt and
hands-on activities.
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