Saddleback Valley Magazine Spring 2016 | Page 38

oceanSUMMER institute adventures 20 16 SPECIAL EVENTS *Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Neptune’s Mysteries Camp Pre-Mother’s Day Brunch Sail (Ages 6–7) Become a detective and solve mysteries each day using scientific tools and techniques. Search the Dana Point Marine Conservation Area, examine findings during a Marine Mammal cruise onboard the R/V Sea Explorer, and explore the habits and adaptations of marine creatures. Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm Hours: 7 hours/day for 5 consecutive days Dates: June 20, 27, July 5*, 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15 Price: See website Must be age 6 by Sept. 1, 2016 *Four-day camp: July 5-8; call for information (Ages 4–Adult) Treat your mom to a fun and scrumptious morning brunch while sailing aboard the traditional wooden schooner Spirit of Dana Point. Time: 10:00am to 1:00pm Date: May 7 (Saturday) Price: $80/adult; $60/child Members receive a 10% discount Pre-Mother’s Day Afternoon Sail (Ages 4–Adult) Sail with mom on the majestic tallship Spirit of Dana Point. Hoist sail, steer the ship or take it easy and enjoy a beautiful afternoon on the water. Light refreshments included. Time: 2:00pm to 4:30pm Date: May 7 (Saturday) Price: $70/adult; $50/child Members receive a 10% discount Mother’s Day Whale Watching Cruise (Ages 4–Adult) This Mother’s Day, give your mom an experience she won’t soon forget! Join the Captain and crew of the R/V Sea Explorer as you cruise alongside local wildlife. Cookies, pastries, coffee, and tea are provided. Time: 10:00am to 12:30pm Date: May 8 Price: $55/adult; $25/child Members receive a 10% discount Father’s Day Whale Watching Cruise (Ages 4–Adult) Enjoy a wonderful morning onboard the R/V Sea Explorer with Ocean Institute scientists as they introduce you to wildlife along southern California’s coastline. Light pastries, cookies, and coffee will be provided. Time: 10:00am to 12:30pm Date: June 19 Price: $55/adult; $25/child Members receive a 10% discount Father’s Day Adventure at Sea 38 | S Magazine Father’s Day Afternoon Sail (Ages 4–Adult) Take dad sailing aboard the majestic tallship Spirit of Dana Point. Hoist sail, steer the ship, or simply sit back and enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the water. Light refreshments included. Time: 2:00pm to 4:30pm Date: June 19 Price: $70/adult; $50/child Members receive a 10% discount 4th of July Fireworks Cruise (Ages 5 - Adult) Join us aboard the R/V Sea Explorer for a sunset cruise! At sea, you’ll have a unique and unbeatable view of the fireworks while enjoying wine, appetizers, and desserts. Time: 7:30pm to 10:00pm Date: July 4 Price: $50/adult; $40/child Members receive a 10% discount WEEK-LONG CAMPS Ocean Institute Sea Star Members and above receive a 10% discount on Summer Camps, Single-Day & Family Programs! Group discounts and Multi-Camp discounts are also available. Sea Squirts Camp (Ages 4–Adult) You and dad will join the Spirit of Dana Point crew sailing the ship, enjoy a delicious meal, listen to stories of legend and lore, and enjoy being out on the open ocean. Time: 10:00am to 1:00pm Date: June 19 Price: $80/adult; $60/child Members receive a 10% discount SIGN UP TODAY Buccaneer Adventure Camp 949.496.2274 (Ages 5–6) Ever wondered what it is like to be a shark, sea star, or whale? This camp brings to life some of the biggest and smallest animals in the sea. Sing a song each day to introduce a new theme for the day’s activities that include crafts, sand castle building at Baby Beach and a hunt for treasure. Time: 9:00am to 12:00pm Hours: 3 hours/day for 5 consecutive days Dates: June 20, 27 July 5*, 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15 Price: See website Proof of age required the first day (Must be age 5 by Sept. 1, 2016) *Four-day camp: July 5-8; call for information Visit www.ocean-institute.org for more information. (Ages 7–8) Set a course for adventure exploring the life of pirates and experience the lost arts of the mariners. Each day is filled with hands-on activities aboard the Pilgrim and on the Maddie James Seaside Learning Center pier including crafts, sail handling, rowing, storytelling, treasure hunts, “Dress Like a Pirate Day”, and voyaging to sea aboard the R/V Sea Explorer. Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm Hours: 7 hours/day for 5 consecutive days Dates: June 20, 27 July 5*, 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15 Price: See website Must be age 7 by Sept. 1, 2016 *Four-day camp: July 5-8; call for information Ocean Discovery Camp (Ages 8–9) Immerse yourself in the fun and fascinating world of a marine biologist. Work in our laboratories, collect oceanic samples, dissect a squid and use authentic scientific equipment to explore the ocean. Other camp highlights include using underwater robots, a cruise aboard the R/V Sea Explorer, and a trip to the SEA LIFE Aquarium next door to LEGOLAND California. Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm Hours: 7 hours/day for 5 consecutive days Dates: June 20, 27, July 5*, 11, 18, August 1, 8, 15 Price: See website Must be age 8 by Sept. 1, 2016 *Four-day camp: July 5-8; call for information Seafarer’s Odyssey Camp (Ages 9–10) Come embark on an unforgettable maritime adventure through time! Seafarers will engage in the early techniques of rowing longboats. Moving on to the Golden Age of Sail, they will work with traditional equipment on the Maritime Pier and sail aboard our tallship Spirit of Dana Point. Finally, they will investigate today’s technology aboard our modern research vessel Sea Explorer. Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm Hours: 7 hours/day for 5 consecutive days Dates: June 27, July 11, 18, August 1, 8, 15 Price: See website Must be age 8 by Sept. 1, 2016