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Mother’s Day Whale & Marine Life Tour | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
May 10: Spot whales, dolphins, and sea lions on a guided ocean tour with muffins and family-friendly fun.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Girls in Ocean Science Conference 2026 | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February 28: The Ocean Institute hosts the Girls in Ocean Science Conference for middle and high school students. Explore marine science careers through hands-on workshops, lab experiences, and presentations from female scientists. Girl Scouts can add on a STEM Career Exploration Badge option.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Adventure Sail | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
January 10: Hoist the sails, learn navigation, and watch a live cannon demo aboard the Spirit of Dana Point.
Sea Shanty Sunday at Ocean Institute in Dana Point
Nov 23 & Dec 28: Sing sea shanties with a live pirate band aboard the Spirit of Dana Point, learn sailor lingo, and hear maritime legends. Costumes welcome; included with general admission.
Sea Shanty Sunday at Ocean Institute in Dana Point
Nov 23 & Dec 28: Sing sea shanties with a live pirate band aboard the Spirit of Dana Point, learn sailor lingo, and hear maritime legends. Costumes welcome; included with general admission.
Spooky Seas at Ocean Institute in Dana Point
October 25: Play laser tag, explore haunted ships, and meet glowing creatures at Spooky Seas at the Ocean Institute.
Harbor Hayride at Ocean Institute in Dana Point
October 25: Enjoy live music, apple cider, temporary tattoos and trick-or-treating all while cruising the beautiful Dana Point Harbor on the R/V Sea Explorer.
Maritime Festival at Ocean Institute in Dana Point
September 12-14: Celebrate California's rich maritime history with a fun-filled weekend featuring visiting Tall Ships, cannon battles, mermaid swim shows, pirate school, re-enactors and sailor camp, local vendors, live music, food trucks and more.
Founder’s Day at Ocean Institute in Dana Point
August 23: Enjoy hands-on activities, tide pool touch tanks, and more during Founder's Day.
Sharks After Dark at Ocean Institute
July 11 & August 8: Guests explore interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity, observe night‑active sharks and rays, and catch an exciting shark feeding session, with beer, wine, food trucks and live music on site.
Sharks After Dark at Ocean Institute
July 11 & August 8: Guests explore interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity, observe night‑active sharks and rays, and catch an exciting shark feeding session, with beer, wine, food trucks and live music on site.
Sharks After Dark at Ocean Institute
July 11 & August 8: Guests explore interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity, observe night‑active sharks and rays, and catch an exciting shark feeding session, with beer, wine, food trucks and live music on site.
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