Asleep in the Deep: Pirates
Fri, Aug 29 2008
6:00pm to 8:00am
Ahoy, matey! Walk the plank into the aquarium and join this high-seas overnight adventure where you and your family will discover a bounty of marine treasures. Explore the aquarium and learn ways to save the seas and become a sea-friendly pirate. Each pirate will receive an evening snack, breakfast, and a souvenir treasure bag (pillowcase).
All ages
Members: $50
Public: $60
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Snorkel With Sharks
FULL
Sun, Aug 31 2008
8:00am to 10:00am
Dare to swim with schooling leopard sharks, smoothhound sharks, and guitarfish while enjoying the mild surf and gently sloping beach of La Jolla Shores and the adjacent rocky reef. See rays, flatfish, sand dwelling invertebrates, and coastal sea life with Scripps naturalists. Intermediate swimming ability is required and previous snorkeling experience is recommended. Participants will meet naturalists at an off site location and must supply their own gear. Ages 10 and up (ages 10 to 13 must be accompanied by a paid adult)
Ages 10 to adult
Members: $25
Public: $30
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Perspectives Lecture: A Place of Their Own: Protecting Sea Life in California
Mon, Sep 08 2008
6:30pm to 8:00pm
Edward Parnell, Ph.D.
The global catch of wild fish has recently plateaued and many of the world's fisheries are presently fished at or over capacity. Marine Protected areas (MPAs) are areas in the ocean that are afforded some level of protection from fishing and/or pollution. Edward Parnell, a marine ecologist at Scripps, will speak about the science of MPAs and preliminary results from large MPAs around the Channel Islands off Santa Barbara, as well as his own work in waters off San Diego.
Members: Free
Public: $8
RSVP on line.
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A, B Sea Club: Sea Strollers: Flowers of the Sea
Tue, Sep 09 2008
8:30am to 9:15am
Infants and toddlers will be introduced to the sights and sounds of the sea. Early entry into the aquarium allows exclusive access to exhibits. Pre-registration is required for these one-day programs. Price includes adult/child pairs.
Ages 0 to 2
Members: $15
Public: $23
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Full Moon Pier Walk (Just Added)
Fri, Sep 12 2008
7:00pm to 9:30pm
Walk the length of the Ellen Browning Scripps Memorial Pier with a Scripps naturalist during the full moon. Though this La Jolla landmark is usually closed to the public, participants will learn about the history of the pier and current research projects while collecting plankton and discovering marine life below and beyond the pier. Ages 9-adult (9-13 with paid adult)
Ages 9 to adult
Member Adult: $17
Non-Member Adult: $20
Member Child: $14
Non-Member Child: $17
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A, B Sea Club: Sea Schoolers: R is for Ray
Sat, Sep 13 2008
9:30am to 11:00am
Ocean discovery for older preschoolers includes scavenger hunts, live animal encounters, story times, and crafts.Pre-registration is required for these one-day programs. Price includes adult/child pairs.
Ages 3 to 4
Members: $20
Public: $28
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Full Moon Pier Walk
FULL
Sat, Sep 13 2008
7:00pm to 9:30pm
Walk the length of the Ellen Browning Scripps Memorial Pier with a Scripps naturalist during the full moon. Though this La Jolla landmark is usually closed to the public, participants will learn about the history of the pier and current research projects while collecting plankton and discovering marine life below and beyond the pier. Ages 9-adult (9-13 with paid adult)
Ages 9 to adult
Member Adult: $17
Non-Member Adult: $20
Member Child: $14
Non-Member Child: $17
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Kayaking La Jolla Shores
Sat, Sep 13 2008
9:00am to 11:30am
Join an experienced naturalist on a kayaking adventure to discover the wonders of the La Jolla State Marine Conservation Area. In partnership with Ocean Enterprises Express (OEX) in La Jolla Shores, kayakers will begin the trip at the La Jolla Interpretive Ecological Map to learn about the amazing history, culture, and ecology that makes La Jolla Shores and Cove a local jewel.
Get current on Scripps research and learn about science discoveries as you kayak in the reserve with your guides. Along the way view soaring birds, basking seals, and fish swimming below your kayak. This is sure to be an adventure your whole family will enjoy. Ages 10-adult (10-13 with paid adult)
RSVP with OEX: 858/454-6195
Ages 10 to adult
Members: $50
Public: $60
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Snorkel With Sharks
FULL
Sun, Sep 14 2008
8:00am to 10:00am
Dare to swim with schooling leopard sharks, smoothhound sharks, and guitarfish while enjoying the mild surf and gently sloping beach of La Jolla Shores and the adjacent rocky reef. See rays, flatfish, sand-dwelling invertebrates, and coastal sea life with Scripps naturalists. Intermediate swimming ability is required and previous snorkeling experience is recommended. Participants will meet naturalists at an off site location and must supply their own gear. Ages 10-adult (10-13 with paid adult)
Ages 10 to adult
Members: $25
Public: $30
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A, B Sea Club: Sea Wees: All in the Family
Mon, Sep 15 2008
9:30am to 10:30am
Two-year olds can explore the ocean realm through story times, songs, and live animal encounters. Sea Wees create a mini book with each new class, culminating in a complete series. Pre-registration is required for these one-day programs. Price includes adult/child pairs.
Ages 2 to 2
Members: $15
Public: $23
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Green Flash Concert: Sarah Borges and the Broken Singles
Wed, Sep 17 2008
6:00pm to 9:00pm
"Sassy. Sophisticated." Meet Sarah Borges and the Broken Singles, a country-pop-rock sensation that hails from Boston. They will be playing their thrilling, eclectic collection.
Experience live music with stunning ocean views at Birch Aquarium at Scripps this summer. This season's Green Flash Concert lineup includes music from Latin to country-rock. Enjoy happy hour appetizers, craft beers and wines provided for purchase by Rock Bottom Restaurant and Brewery. All aquarium exhibits are open for viewing.
Prices:
Aquarium Members: $15 per concert ($65 season rate)
Public: $20 per concert ($90 season rate)
Walk-in Admission: $25 per concert
Season rate includes all five concerts.
Ages: 21 & up
Member Adult: $15
Non-Member Adult: $20
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A, B Sea Club: Sea Wees: All in the Family
Thu, Sep 18 2008
9:30am to 10:30am
Two-year olds can explore the ocean realm through story times, songs, and live animal encounters. Sea Wees create a mini book with each new class, culminating in a complete series. Pre-registration is required for these one-day programs. Price includes adult/child pairs.
Ages 2 to 2
Members: $15
Public: $23
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A, B Sea Club: Sea Wees: All in the Family
Fri, Sep 19 2008
9:30am to 10:30am
Two-year olds can explore the ocean realm through story times, songs, and live animal encounters. Sea Wees create a mini book with each new class, culminating in a complete series. Pre-registration is required for these one-day programs. Price includes adult/child pairs.
Ages 2 to 2
Members: $15
Public: $23
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Family Days: Back to School in the Ocean
Sat, Sep 20 2008
11:00am to 3:00pm
Kick off a new school year with a "schooling" fish celebration at the aquarium. Learn why some fishes school to feed, find mates, and survive in the ocean. Make a schooling fish craft, join us for story hour, and observe fish schooling action in the aquarium. Come learn how to "school" from our expert fishes! Free with paid admission.
All ages
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A, B Sea Club: Sea Schoolers: R is for Ray
Sat, Sep 20 2008
9:30am to 11:00am
Ocean discovery for older preschoolers includes scavenger hunts, live animal encounters, story times, and crafts.Pre-registration is required for these one-day programs. Price includes adult/child pairs.
Ages 3 to 4
Members: $20
Public: $28
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Kayaking La Jolla Shores
Sat, Sep 20 2008
9:00am to 11:30am
Join an experienced naturalist on a kayaking adventure to discover the wonders of the La Jolla State Marine Conservation Area. In partnership with Ocean Enterprises Express (OEX) in La Jolla Shores, kayakers will begin the trip at the La Jolla Interpretive Ecological Map to learn about the amazing history, culture, and ecology that makes La Jolla Shores and Cove a local jewel.
Get current on Scripps research and learn about science discoveries as you kayak in the reserve with your guides. Along the way view soaring birds, basking seals, and fish swimming below your kayak. This is sure to be an adventure your whole family will enjoy. Ages 10-adult (10-13 with paid adult)
RSVP with OEX: 858/454-6195
Ages 10 to adult
Members: $50
Public: $60
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Snorkel With Sharks
Sun, Sep 21 2008
8:00am to 10:00am
Dare to swim with schooling leopard sharks, smoothhound sharks, and guitarfish while enjoying the mild surf and gently sloping beach of La Jolla Shores and the adjacent rocky reef. See rays, flatfish, sand-dwelling invertebrates, and coastal sea life with Scripps naturalists. Intermediate swimming ability is required and previous snorkeling experience is recommended. Participants will meet naturalists at an off site location and must supply their own gear. Ages 10-adult (10-13 with paid adult)
Ages 10 to adult
Members: $25
Public: $30
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Kayaking La Jolla Shores
Sat, Sep 27 2008
9:00am to 11:30am
Join an experienced naturalist on a kayaking adventure to discover the wonders of the La Jolla State Marine Conservation Area. In partnership with Ocean Enterprises Express (OEX) in La Jolla Shores, kayakers will begin the trip at the La Jolla Interpretive Ecological Map to learn about the amazing history, culture, and ecology that makes La Jolla Shores and Cove a local jewel.
Get current on Scripps research and learn about science discoveries as you kayak in the reserve with your guides. Along the way view soaring birds, basking seals, and fish swimming below your kayak. This is sure to be an adventure your whole family will enjoy. Ages 10-adult (10-13 with paid adult)
RSVP with OEX: 858/454-6195
Ages 10 to adult
Members: $50
Public: $60
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