STEM for Kids in Dana Point

Family marine-life cruise aboard R/V Sea Explorer with Ocean Institute naturalists and possible hands-on ocean science activities.

Join us for an hour of building on the 4th Saturday of the month..

Mommy & Me-style ocean exploration through song, movement, sensory activities and structured play.

Hands-on marine science exhibits, local aquaria, touch tanks, marine mammal artifacts and maritime-history experiences.

Hands-on guided squid dissection exploring anatomy and adaptations.

Interactive General Admission add-on where guests prepare food with staff and hand-feed a sea star.

Guided behind-the-scenes aquarium tour covering animal care, husbandry prep, quarantine and life-support systems, followed by a shark feeding experience..