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en espanol
Aboard the Catamaran
In the Education Center
Learning Goals


After the Marine Science station, students will:

  • Have a better understanding of basic biological concepts.
  • Realize that teamwork and communication are important during field observations
  • Exercise classroom math skills in an outdoor marine environment
  • Identify various types of phytoplankton and zooplankton and understand their role in the food chain
  • Learn about the life cycles of certain types of holoplankton and meroplankton
  • Become aware that a unique chemical and physical balance helps maintain life in the marine environment
  • Develop an appreciation for the living ocean thru hands-on research and education
  • Attempt to observe, analyze and understand trends in data

After the Ecology Science station, students will:

  • Become familiar with the unique flora and fauna of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
  • Know what special values and resources the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary holds
  • Understand the responsibilities of humans toward other life forms
  • Identify current environmental issues in the sanctuary
  • Become aware of watershed runoff and its impact on the Monterey Bay region
  • Realize that the sanctuaries are designed for the long-term protection of resources and the environment
After the Sailing and Navigation station, students will:
  • Demonstrate teamwork and communication skills as they hoist the mainsail, acquire compass bearings and carry out chart work
  • Discover that math skills are used in real life applications
  • Learn to observe, enter, categorize and analyze data
  • Realize that technology is an important part of sailing and science
  • Acquire basic sailing knowledge during their voyage
Equipment
Marine Biology/en espanol
Ecology/en espanol