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Sat 6/19: Birch Aquarium at Scripps Unveils New ‘SEA Days’ Program

_T14a — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 05:01:04 +0000

When: Saturday, June 19, 2010, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA

Cost: $8 - $12

Age limit: All ages

Description: Experience Science, Exploration and Adventure for all ages through a new program at Birch Aquarium at Scripps.

SEA Days features multi-generational learning about cutting-edge Scripps Institution of Oceanography research. 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!

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On Saturday, June 19: Fish Diversity
There’s more than just one fish, two fish, red fish and blue fish in the sea. The ocean is home to more than 28,000 species of fish, and roughly 200 new species are discovered each year. Learn about the diversity of fish with hands-on activities, meet Scripps scientists studying fish and make a recycled fish craft to take home.

On Saturday, July 17: Save Our Sharks
Sharks, the amazing predators of our seas, are quickly vanishing from the ocean. Uncover the truth about these predators-turned-prey and learn what you can do to help protect them. Enhance your knowledge of these spectacular fish and their amazing adaptations through hands-on activities, live shark encounters and interactions with Scripps scientists. Learn about the sharks that live in San Diego waters and the current threats that face sharks in the world’s oceans. This event is part of Shark Week 2010, which runs July 17-23.

On Saturday, Aug. 21: Plankton Planet
The tiny copepod, a cousin of lobsters and crabs, is the fastest animal on Earth for its size. Explore some of the smallest, hardest-working plants and animals in the sea – plankton! Find out how we depend on phytoplankton for every breath we take, how some zooplankton grow up to be sea stars and what scientists are discovering about the tiniest creatures in the ocean.

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Sat 7/17: Birch Aquarium at Scripps Unveils New ‘SEA Days’ Program

_T14a — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:02:35 +0000

When: Saturday, July 17, 2010, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA

Cost: $8 - $12

Age limit: All ages

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Sat 7/17: Shark Week at Birch Aquarium at Scripps

_T14a — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:02:35 +0000

When: Saturday, July 17, 2010, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA

Cost: $8.50 - $12

Age limit: All ages

Description: Soak up an entire week dedicated to sharks this summer at Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego. SHARK WEEK runs July 17-23 and features a week of hands-on exploration for all ages into the world of these mesmerizing and misunderstood ocean predators.

Meet local leopard sharks and their relatives. Discover why sharks are vulnerable and must be protected. Explore how sharks use their teeth the way humans use utensils. Learn from Scripps Oceanography scientists about research discoveries and conservation efforts that may help sustain declining shark populations.

SHARK WEEK activities run 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily and are included with Birch Aquarium at Scripps admission.

Location: 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037 Get Directions

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Sat 7/17: Snorkel with Sharks with Birch Aquarium at Scripps

_T14a — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:02:34 +0000

When: Saturday, July 17, 2010, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Where: Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA

Cost: $30

Age limit: 10+

Description: The sun has arrived in La Jolla, and it’s time to go snorkeling!

Explore the world beyond the beach with snorkeling adventures offered this summer through Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego.

Participants will join aquarium naturalists on an unforgettable face-to-face excursion with abundant marine life that lives just off the La Jolla coast. Learn about sea creatures and the ecology of their underwater homes while picking up snorkeling tips. Intermediate swimming ability is required and previous snorkeling experience is recommended. Participants must supply their own gear.

Swim with schooling leopard sharks, smoothhound sharks and guitarfish while enjoying the mild surf and gently sloping beach of La Jolla Shores. See rays, flatfish, sand dwelling invertebrates and coastal sea life.

Must RSVP/register: 858-534-7336 or online!

Dates
June 19
July 10, 17 & 31
Aug. 14, 21 & 28

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Mon 7/12: Perspectives Lecture: Exploring Extremes of Earth’s Magnetic Field

_T14a — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:02:34 +0000

When: Monday, July 12, 2010, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Where: Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA

Cost: $8

Age limit: All ages

Description: Explore Earth’s mysteries through the Jeffrey B. Graham "Perspectives on Ocean Science" Lecture Series, presented monthly at Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego. From the cosmos to the ocean abyss, join Scripps researchers on their paths to discovery in this acclaimed series. Note: There is no August lecture.

The July 12 lecture will be "Exploring Extremes of Earth’s Magnetic Field" with Jeff Gee, Scripps geoscientist.

The Earth's magnetic field varies on many time scales, waxing and waning in strength, and periodically completely reversing direction. The geologic record of these variations provides important information on the history of our planet. Join Scripps Oceanography geoscientist Jeff Gee for a fascinating glimpse into his fieldwork in paleomagnetism from autonomous aircraft measurements over the open ocean to exploration of rock exposures in remote regions of Antarctica.

Date & Time: July 12, 6:30 p.m.
Location: 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, California Get Directions

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Sat 7/10: Snorkel with Sharks with Birch Aquarium at Scripps

_T14a — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:02:33 +0000

When: Saturday, July 10, 2010, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Where: Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA

Cost: $30

Age limit: 10+

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Fri 6/25: Pier Walk With Birch Aquarium at Scripps

_T14a — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:02:33 +0000

When: Friday, June 25, 2010, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Where: Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA

Cost: $25

Age limit: 9+

Description: Pier Walk- with the Birch Aquarium at Scripps

Dates:
June 25, July 24, Aug. 23 & 24 at 7-9:30 p.m.
Sept. 22 & Sept. 23 at 6-8:30 p.m.

Cost: $25 per person
Ages: 9+ (ages 9-13 must be accompanied by a paid adult)

RSVP Required: 858-534-7336 or online at aquarium.ucsd.edu

A warm night lit by a full moon is the perfect time to explore one of La Jolla’s most prominent landmarks — the Scripps Pier. Join Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego, to experience this rare opportunity.

The Ellen Browning Scripps Memorial Pier, typically closed to the public, is used by scientists, students and aquarium staff for a variety of research projects. It also serves as a platform to collect local marine life and deploy small boats and oceanographic instruments.

During this moonlit walk along the entire 1,090-foot concrete pier, aquarium naturalists will teach participants about the structure’s history, and guide them as they dissect a squid, make marine organisms glow in the dark, collect plankton, observe ocean conditions and study the nocturnal habits of marine life.

A tour of the Scripps Oceanography campus is included in this jam-packed night of fun and exploration. Program includes a special souvenir for participants.

Location: 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla CA Google Map

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Sat 6/19: Birch Aquarium at Scripps Unveils New ‘SEA Days’ Program

_T14a — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:02:32 +0000

When: Saturday, June 19, 2010, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA

Cost: $8 - $12

Age limit: All ages

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Sat 6/19: Snorkel with Sharks with Birch Aquarium at Scripps

_T14a — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:02:32 +0000

When: Saturday, June 19, 2010, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Where: Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA

Cost: $30

Age limit: 10+

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Mon 6/14: Perspectives Lecture: "Probing Long-term Temperature Change in the Southern Ocean"

_T14a — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:02:31 +0000

When: Monday, June 14, 2010, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Where: Birch Aquarium at Scripps, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA

Cost: $8

Age limit: All ages

Description: Explore Earth’s mysteries through the Jeffrey B. Graham "Perspectives on Ocean Science" Lecture Series, presented monthly at Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego.

From the cosmos to the ocean abyss, join Scripps researchers on their paths to discovery in this acclaimed series. Note: There is no August lecture.

The June 14 lecture will be "Probing Long-term Temperature Change in the Southern Ocean" with Sarah Gille, Scripps physical oceanographer.

The ocean is a critical component of the earth’s climate system, storing and transferring heat in ways that are not yet completely understood. Join Scripps Oceanography physical oceanographer Sarah Gille as she describes how she and her colleagues are assessing temperature change in the ocean, exploring mechanisms that might be responsible for observed changes and grappling with the implications of ocean warming for global climate change.

Date & Time: June 14, 6:30 p.m.
Location: 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, California Get Directions