Educator Specific

Ever wonder what goes on inside a marine research laboratory? Ever wonder what gadgets and gizmos scientists use to study the marine environment? Come visit the SDSU Coastal and Marine Institute Laboratory to find out! Meet marine biologists and scientists at San Diego State University, interact with local sea creatures, and learn about San Diego’s diverse marine ecosystems.

Science can be found in everyday activities, like cooking. Join Chef and owners Doug Cook and Malane Drake as they invite you to their restaurant, Mishmash, to learn about emulsification through the process of making whipped cream and Cesar dressing from scratch! This event is ideal for kids in grades 4 and up. Space is very limited, please sign up at MishMash. If space runs out, not to worry! 52 Weeks of Science Barrio Logan and MishMash will have many more opportunities to dive into the science of food!

Improve the quality of urban natural spaces by participating in hands-on habitat restoration activities in Manzanita Canyon in City Heights. Volunteers will learn about the importance of protecting and restoring watershed habitats, like canyons, in order to improve ocean health and create safe spaces for community members to use and explore.

Please join us to learn more about Ocean Discovery Institute, see our programs in action and tour our new state-of-the-art science education facility, the Living Lab. And, learn about our 100% tuition free programs for City Heights youth.

This is your chance to be one of the few lucky people to explore the beautiful open space of Eagle Peak Preserve, a 1152 acre conservation area owned by the San Diego River Park Foundation! This area is normally not open to the public, but for River Kids Discovery Days, we will be taking a special group on a guided hike of this special space! Take in the breathtaking views of the San Diego River Gorge, explore the expansive open space, and practice citizen science!

EcoVivarium Living Museum will offer EXPLORE & DISCOVER MORE opportunities during normal business hours. Special EXPLORE & DISCOVER MORE will allow visitor an up-close study of different museum Ambassadors each day. Each day offers a new and exciting exploration for visitors.