Ocean Institute Dana Point
Don't miss the Ocean Institute Dana Point for a fun and educational experience at the beach.
Located at the west marina in Dana Point Harbor, it is an education center with aquariums, working marine labs and a full size replica of "The Pilgrim", the ship Richard Henry Dana described in his book, "Two Years Before The Mast". The public can actually go on the square-rigged ship to learn knot tying and sea chanteys.
The institute also offers wildlife cruises led by scientists to see whales, dolphins and sea lions. In addition, they give harbor cruises and even summer snorkeling cruises to Catalina.
On the ocean side of the Institute, out on the point, people like to sit and watch the sun set, or watch the waves crash on the jetty.
The Institute is open to the general public on Saturdays and Sundays 10:00 to 3:00. During the week they have programs for school kids. You'll find them at 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive. For more info call 949-496-2274 or see them at www.ocean-institute.org. Related pages: Dana Point California New! CommentsHave your say about what you just read! Leave me a comment in the box below. |
