Orange County Marine Protected Areas

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OCMPAC believes that education is a vital component in preserving our natural resources. By sustaining our intertidal habitat, we are ensuring that many generations to come can experience the dynamic nature of this "outdoor classroom." Learning about the potential for negative human impact can also translate into a new appreciation and respect for our tidepools. Whether you are an elementary school teacher, a college professor, a local resident or a visitor interesting in exploring new things, we want you to enjoy your tidepool experience while helping to keep the habitat alive and well!

K-12 School Group Programs

*For specifics on each program see each locations web site

Newport Beach - Little Corona (Robert E. Badham State Marine Conservation Area)

Fee: The fee for the Tidepool Exploration Trip is $35.00 per class.
Where: Meeting place is the Big Corona parking lot
Restrictions: Because of the impact to the environment, we can schedule up to 6 classes per day.
Contact: 949.644.3038 or go to http://www.newport-beach.ca.us/HBR/tidepool.asp

Crystal Cove State Park - (Irvine Coast State Marine Conservation Area)

Fee: $1 per student
Where: Los Trancos parking lot
Restrictions: No more than 60 students
Contact: 949.497.7647

Laguna Beach - (Heisler Park State Marine Reserve)

Fee: $35 per class
Where: Heisler Park
Restrictions: Low tides of less than 1.0, maximum of 6 classes per day
Contact: If interested in scheduling a trip, please call 949-246-2459. For more information or to look up good low tide dates, go to www.lblg.org

Laguna Ocean Foundation

Fee: Dependent on program
Where: Treasure Island
Restrictions: By appointment only
Contact: lagunaoceanfoundation.org

Ocean Institute

Fee: Dependent on program
Where: Dana Point Harbor
Restrictions: No restricted group access to tidepools
Contact: 949.496.2274

Doheny State Beach - (Doheny Beach State Marine Conservation Area)

Fee: $1 per student
Where: Doheny State Beach
Restrictions: No more than 80 students per group. Programs available Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Contact: 949.496.2704

College Classes

Researcher/Educator Online Use Form

Specialty Tours

Each area also offers tours for specialty groups such as scouts, hotel tours, corporate groups, church groups, and youth groups. Contact the area manager for more information.

City of Newport Beach - 949.644.3038
Crystal Cove State Beach - 949.497.7647
City of Laguna Beach - 949.246.2459
Doheney State Beach - 949.496.2704
Ocean Institute - 949.496.2274

Educational Tools

Fun Fact Cards

Tidepool Curriculum