Catalina Island Marine Institute

March 2 - 4

What is it?Fully Hands-On Marine Science programLocated on the North shore of Catalina3 days of science and adventure

March 2-43 academic rotations per day

Monday has two rotationsTuesday has three rotationsWednesday has one rotations

Educational LaboratoriesA myriad of Educational Laboratories can be

found on the Camp grounds.Labs cover invertebrates, algae, sharks and

even microscopic organisms!!!!All labs are hands on and interactive and are

led by college graduates in the respective fields of marine biology and oceanography.

SnorkelingJust seeing the kids squirm into the wetsuits is

worth it

Underwater ExplorationDay time snorkeling is an ADVENTURE!!!Students get to wear buoyancy wetsuits and can

snorkel away to their hearts content.They will see garibaldis, kelp beds, crustaceans

and many other interesting living organisms and sites.

Nighttime snorkeling is for the DARING!!!The dark cover of night changes the creatures

that emerge from the depths!!!An hour long dive into the dark depths will open

up their eyes to the wonders of the

Other Activities at Cherry CoveAstronomy and nature hike!!!

Learn about navigating with the stars and walk among the native flora and fauna of Catalina!!!!

Mountain Hikes.Come see the decomposing bison. YES!!!

GeologyStudents will be introduced to geological forces and how they helped to • create Catalina Island.

Typical ItineraryMonday – noon arrival

Afternoon rotation – Snorkeling or KayakingEvening – Night Hike/Astronomy/ Optional Night

SnorkelTuesday

Morning – SnorkelingAfternoon – Hiking or Ocean LabEvening – Night Hike/Astromomy/Optional night

snorkelWednesday

Morning – Hiking or LabLunchtime departure

How do we get there?Bus to the dockFerry to the Catalina and backBus back home again

Where do they sleep?Cherry Cove campsite is a Boy Scout CampThe students sleep in sturdy canvas tents in

their sleeping bags or bedding.

Will they need extra money?All Inclusive once they arrive.

Sack lunch for the trip overThey will always be able to spend money

Store opens once a day T-shirts, sweatshirts Candy, snacks Souvenirs

Night snorkeling has a small additional fee but it is well worth it.