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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.
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
Where do they sleep?Cherry Cove campsite is a Boy Scout CampThe students sleep in sturdy canvas tents in
their sleeping bags or bedding.