BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ocean Institute - ECPv6.13.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ocean Institute X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ocean Institute REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250523T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20240403T173855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T173855Z UID:46861-1747994400-1748012400@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ocean Institute Homeschool day\n \n \n \n \n \n This special weekday event is designed for homeschool families looking for an amazing field trip! \nThis event will be similar to our weekend general admission hours\, but with even more educational activities! Your ticket includes access to the following activities: \n\nStorytime: Join us for educational story time with some of your favorite ocean stories!\n\n\nDiscovery Pool: come say hello to our sea stars\, urchins\, and snails in our Discovery Pool touch tank!\nShark Touch Tank: come say hello to our horn sharks\, round rays\, and guitarfish in our Shark Touch tank!\nSailor’s Life Tours: Step aboard our historic tall ship\, the Spirit of Dana Point\, and learn about the life of a sailor in the 1800s!\nSchooling Fish Feeding: Watch as one of our husbandry staff member feeds our schooling fish and learn about these amazing animals!\nSnake Talk: Meet one of our live snakes and learn about their habits!\nAnd much more!\n\nThere will also be squid dissections and whale watching cruises available for an additional fee.  \nPlease check back closer to actual dates for more details!  \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options\n \n \n \n \n \n Kids: $12 \nAdults: $10 \nFamily Four Pack: $40 \nDissection Add-on: $5 \nWhale-Watching Add-on (includes general admission): $35 \nTidepool Hike Add-on (includes general admission): $15 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/homeschool-day-4-2025-05-23/ CATEGORIES:Homeschool Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250402T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250402T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20240403T173855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T173855Z UID:46860-1743588000-1743606000@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Day DESCRIPTION:Homeschool Day\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ocean Institute Homeschool day\n \n \n \n \n \n This special weekday event is designed for homeschool families looking for an amazing field trip! \nThis event will be similar to our weekend general admission hours\, but with even more educational activities! Your ticket includes access to the following activities: \n\nStorytime: Join us for educational story time with some of your favorite ocean stories!\n\n\nDiscovery Pool: come say hello to our sea stars\, urchins\, and snails in our Discovery Pool touch tank!\nShark Touch Tank: come say hello to our horn sharks\, round rays\, and guitarfish in our Shark Touch tank!\nSailor’s Life Tours: Step aboard our historic tall ship\, the Spirit of Dana Point\, and learn about the life of a sailor in the 1800s!\nSchooling Fish Feeding: Watch as one of our husbandry staff member feeds our schooling fish and learn about these amazing animals!\nSnake Talk: Meet one of our live snakes and learn about their habits!\nAnd much more!\n\nThere will also be squid dissections and whale watching cruises available for an additional fee.  \nPlease check back closer to actual dates for more details!  \n \n \n \n \n \n Ticket Options\n \n \n \n \n \n Kids: $12 \nAdults: $10 \nFamily Four Pack: $40 \nDissection Add-on: $5 \nWhale-Watching Add-on (includes general admission): $35 \nTidepool Hike Add-on (includes general admission): $15 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/homeschool-day-4-2025-04-02/ CATEGORIES:Homeschool Day END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241229T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241229T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20231116T222232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T172443Z UID:41323-1735477200-1735480800@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Spirit Restoration Tour DESCRIPTION:Come aboard the Spirit of Dana Point and learn all about her history along with the restoration process. This dockside guided tour will take you into the lives of those who work so relentlessly to keep her sea worthy.\nTickets: $25\n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Spirit of Dana Point \nThe Spirit of Dana Point is a traditionally built replica of a 1770s privateer schooner used during the American Revolution. These ships were known for their speed and were used for smuggling. The ship is 118 feet long with a rig height of 100 feet… and 5\,000 square feet of sail! \nIt was Dennis Holland’s dream to build an accurate replica from the period when America fought for independence. Armed with talent\, determination\, little money and plans he purchased from the Smithsonian Institution\, he laid the keel in his Orange County yard on May 2\, 1970. Thirteen years later\, this fast privateer was launched and continues to sail the ocean. Everywhere you look on board is the craftsmanship and pride of early America. \nFormerly the Pilgrim of Newport\, the re-named Spirit of Dana Point is an excellent teaching platform where students directly experience life at sea as it has been for hundreds of years.  The 118-ft. schooner is used for living history and at-sea maritime programs throughout the year. \nThe Spirit of Dana Point is also available for public and private charters\, coastal sails\, corporate team building\, and filming opportunities. \nFor private charters\, events or wedding onboard the Spirit of Dana Point please e-mail: events@oceaninstitute.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/behind-the-scenes-spirit-restoration-tour-2024-12-29/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241229T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241229T123500 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20231116T001030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T214013Z UID:40850-1735473600-1735475700@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Sea Star Feeding DESCRIPTION:Sea Star Feeding\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sea Star Feeding\n \n \n \n \n \n General Admission add-on experience! \nHave you ever wanted to hand-feed a sea star? Join us for this interactive feeding experience where you can prepare their food alongside our staff and hand feed a sea star with this up-close encounter you won’t forget!  \nAdd-on Price: $10 \nGeneral Admission ticket purchase is required. Add experience to your cart at checkout! \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/sea-star-feedings-2024-12-29/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241229T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241229T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20231115T232143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T215101Z UID:40400-1735470000-1735473600@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the Ocean Institute? Join us on our immersive Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour to learn all about what it takes to run an aquarium! This tour takes you beyond the eyes of the public to our husbandry prep kitchen\, the quarantine lab\, the life support yard\, and then you’ll get to participate in a shark feeding! \nTickets are $35 a person. \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/behind-the-scenes-aquarium-tour-2024-12-29/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241229T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241229T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20231117T172340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T224759Z UID:42291-1735468200-1735480800@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Squid Dissections DESCRIPTION:Squid Dissection\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Squid Dissection\n \n \n \n \n \n Add-on experience for General Admission! \nDive into a hands-on experience suitable for all levels of curiosity with our squid dissections! Join our expert guides who will lead you through an exploration of anatomy and adaptations. Each dissection is 30 minutes long.  \nDissections will occur at 10:30 am\, 11:30 am\, and 1:30 pm. \nAdd-on Price: $5 \nMust have a General Admission ticket to participate. Add on experience ticket during check out. \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/squid-dissections-2024-05-05-2024-12-29/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241229T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241229T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20221111T220239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T170346Z UID:39210-1735466400-1735484400@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:General Admission DESCRIPTION:Ocean Institute invites you to join us for General Admission!\n 10:00AM – 3:00PM\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ocean Institute’s general admission engages the public with our rotating monthly themes!\nOur rotating monthly themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\nExplore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits rotating monthly\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch tank\, an intertidal touch tank\, and a bubble tank.\nBring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point.\nElevate your experience! Select add-ons at checkout!\n\n\nSquid Dissection: $5\n\n\nSea Star Feeding: $10\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n General Admission Pricing:\nAdult: $15.00\nSenior (55+ y.o)/Military: $10.00 \n Child (19 months – 13 y.o): $7.50 \nToddler (18 months and under): $0\n \n PURCHASE TICKETS AT DOOR!\n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets must be purchased for all individuals. \nOcean Institute Members receive complimentary year-round general admission! \nNot a member? Click here to join today! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT: The Ocean Institute\, founded in 1977\, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100\,000 children\, teachers\, parents\, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science and Maritime History. The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs\, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center\, a historic tall ship\, and an oceanographic research vessel. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-2-2024-12-29/ CATEGORIES:Admission,Public Weekends + Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241229T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241229T123000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20231024T222223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T172825Z UID:43392-1735466400-1735475400@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Whale and Marine Life Tour DESCRIPTION:Whale and Marine Life Tour at Ocean Institute!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join our crew for an experience you will never forget.\nYour 2-1/2-hour adventure aboard the RV Sea Explorer\, Ocean Institute’s 65’ research vessel\, takes you miles beyond the Dana Point Harbor jetty in search of marine mammals such as migrating blue whales; large schools of playful Dolphin; the impressive sunfish known as Mola; and sleek harbor seals and sea lions. \nIn addition\, Ocean Institute’s professional naturalists are on hand to introduce you to the lifestyles of ocean creatures that frequent the waters off Dana Point. Hands-on activities include sorting through mud samples from the ocean floor\, as well as trawling for Plankton.\n Our cruises are safe and fun for the entire family\, and everyone will learn something new about our ocean and the life within it.\n \n \n \n \n \n Whale and Marine Life Tour Pricing:\nTicket: $40 | Infant/Toddler (0-1 y.o): $10\nWhale and Marine Life Ticket includes access into Ocean Institute for General Admisson. \n \n Book Now!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Buy Now!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT: The Ocean Institute\, founded in 1977\, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100\,000 children\, teachers\, parents\, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science and Maritime History. The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs\, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center\, a historic tall ship\, and an oceanographic research vessel. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/whale-and-marine-life-tour-2-2024-01-20-2024-01-21-2024-12-29/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241228T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241228T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20231026T171420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T230326Z UID:39318-1735394400-1735405200@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Sail on Spirit of Dana Point DESCRIPTION:Set sail aboard the schooner Spirit of Dana Point and experience California from the perspective of an early tallship explorer. Join the crew to help raise sail\, handle lines\, and steer the ship\, or simply sit back\, relax and enjoy the majesty of sailing the seas aboard a tallship.\nMust be 4 y.o or older to sail.\nTickets: $65\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK HERE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Spirit of Dana Point \nThe Spirit of Dana Point is a traditionally built replica of a 1770s privateer schooner used during the American Revolution. These ships were known for their speed and were used for smuggling. The ship is 118 feet long with a rig height of 100 feet… and 5\,000 square feet of sail! \nIt was Dennis Holland’s dream to build an accurate replica from the period when America fought for independence. Armed with talent\, determination\, little money and plans he purchased from the Smithsonian Institution\, he laid the keel in his Orange County yard on May 2\, 1970. Thirteen years later\, this fast privateer was launched and continues to sail the ocean. Everywhere you look on board is the craftsmanship and pride of early America. \nFormerly the Pilgrim of Newport\, the re-named Spirit of Dana Point is an excellent teaching platform where students directly experience life at sea as it has been for hundreds of years.  The 118-ft. schooner is used for living history and at-sea maritime programs throughout the year. \nThe Spirit of Dana Point is also available for public and private charters\, coastal sails\, corporate team building\, and filming opportunities. \nFor private charters\, events or wedding onboard the Spirit of Dana Point please e-mail: events@oceaninstitute.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/sail-on-spirit-of-dana-point-2-2024-12-28/ LOCATION:Ocean Institute\, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr\, Dana Point\, CA\, 92629\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20231115T232143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T215101Z UID:40399-1735394400-1735398000@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the Ocean Institute? Join us on our immersive Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour to learn all about what it takes to run an aquarium! This tour takes you beyond the eyes of the public to our husbandry prep kitchen\, the quarantine lab\, the life support yard\, and then you’ll get to participate in a shark feeding! \nTickets are $35 a person. \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/behind-the-scenes-aquarium-tour-2024-12-28/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T123500 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20231116T001030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T214013Z UID:40849-1735387200-1735389300@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Sea Star Feeding DESCRIPTION:Sea Star Feeding\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sea Star Feeding\n \n \n \n \n \n General Admission add-on experience! \nHave you ever wanted to hand-feed a sea star? Join us for this interactive feeding experience where you can prepare their food alongside our staff and hand feed a sea star with this up-close encounter you won’t forget!  \nAdd-on Price: $10 \nGeneral Admission ticket purchase is required. Add experience to your cart at checkout! \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/sea-star-feedings-2024-12-28/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20231117T172340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T224758Z UID:42290-1735381800-1735394400@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Squid Dissections DESCRIPTION:Squid Dissection\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Squid Dissection\n \n \n \n \n \n Add-on experience for General Admission! \nDive into a hands-on experience suitable for all levels of curiosity with our squid dissections! Join our expert guides who will lead you through an exploration of anatomy and adaptations. Each dissection is 30 minutes long.  \nDissections will occur at 10:30 am\, 11:30 am\, and 1:30 pm. \nAdd-on Price: $5 \nMust have a General Admission ticket to participate. Add on experience ticket during check out. \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/squid-dissections-2024-05-05-2024-12-28/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20221111T220239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T170346Z UID:39209-1735380000-1735398000@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:General Admission DESCRIPTION:Ocean Institute invites you to join us for General Admission!\n 10:00AM – 3:00PM\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ocean Institute’s general admission engages the public with our rotating monthly themes!\nOur rotating monthly themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\nExplore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits rotating monthly\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch tank\, an intertidal touch tank\, and a bubble tank.\nBring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point.\nElevate your experience! Select add-ons at checkout!\n\n\nSquid Dissection: $5\n\n\nSea Star Feeding: $10\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n General Admission Pricing:\nAdult: $15.00\nSenior (55+ y.o)/Military: $10.00 \n Child (19 months – 13 y.o): $7.50 \nToddler (18 months and under): $0\n \n PURCHASE TICKETS AT DOOR!\n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets must be purchased for all individuals. \nOcean Institute Members receive complimentary year-round general admission! \nNot a member? Click here to join today! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT: The Ocean Institute\, founded in 1977\, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100\,000 children\, teachers\, parents\, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science and Maritime History. The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs\, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center\, a historic tall ship\, and an oceanographic research vessel. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-2-2024-12-28/ CATEGORIES:Admission,Public Weekends + Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241228T123000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20231024T222223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T172825Z UID:43391-1735380000-1735389000@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Whale and Marine Life Tour DESCRIPTION:Whale and Marine Life Tour at Ocean Institute!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join our crew for an experience you will never forget.\nYour 2-1/2-hour adventure aboard the RV Sea Explorer\, Ocean Institute’s 65’ research vessel\, takes you miles beyond the Dana Point Harbor jetty in search of marine mammals such as migrating blue whales; large schools of playful Dolphin; the impressive sunfish known as Mola; and sleek harbor seals and sea lions. \nIn addition\, Ocean Institute’s professional naturalists are on hand to introduce you to the lifestyles of ocean creatures that frequent the waters off Dana Point. Hands-on activities include sorting through mud samples from the ocean floor\, as well as trawling for Plankton.\n Our cruises are safe and fun for the entire family\, and everyone will learn something new about our ocean and the life within it.\n \n \n \n \n \n Whale and Marine Life Tour Pricing:\nTicket: $40 | Infant/Toddler (0-1 y.o): $10\nWhale and Marine Life Ticket includes access into Ocean Institute for General Admisson. \n \n Book Now!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Buy Now!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT: The Ocean Institute\, founded in 1977\, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100\,000 children\, teachers\, parents\, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science and Maritime History. The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs\, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center\, a historic tall ship\, and an oceanographic research vessel. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/whale-and-marine-life-tour-2-2024-01-20-2024-01-21-2024-12-28/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241227T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241227T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20221111T220239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T171616Z UID:39208-1735293600-1735311600@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:General Admission DESCRIPTION:Ocean Institute invites you to join us for General Admission!\n 10:00AM – 3:00PM\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ocean Institute’s general admission engages the public with our rotating monthly themes!\nOur rotating monthly themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\nExplore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits rotating monthly\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch tank\, an intertidal touch tank\, and a bubble tank.\nBring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point.\nElevate your experience! Select add-ons at checkout!\n\n\nSquid Dissection: $5\n\n\nSea Star Feeding: $10\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n General Admission Pricing:\nAdult: $15.00\nSenior (55+ y.o)/Military: $10.00 \n Child (19 months – 13 y.o): $7.50 \nToddler (18 months and under): $0\n \n PURCHASE TICKETS AT DOOR!\n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets must be purchased for all individuals. \nOcean Institute Members receive complimentary year-round general admission! \nNot a member? Click here to join today! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT: The Ocean Institute\, founded in 1977\, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100\,000 children\, teachers\, parents\, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science and Maritime History. The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs\, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center\, a historic tall ship\, and an oceanographic research vessel. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-2-2024-12-27/ CATEGORIES:Admission,Public Weekends + Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241223T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241223T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105838 CREATED:20221111T220239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T171616Z UID:39207-1734948000-1734966000@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:General Admission DESCRIPTION:Ocean Institute invites you to join us for General Admission!\n 10:00AM – 3:00PM\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ocean Institute’s general admission engages the public with our rotating monthly themes!\nOur rotating monthly themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\nExplore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits rotating monthly\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch tank\, an intertidal touch tank\, and a bubble tank.\nBring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point.\nElevate your experience! Select add-ons at checkout!\n\n\nSquid Dissection: $5\n\n\nSea Star Feeding: $10\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n General Admission Pricing:\nAdult: $15.00\nSenior (55+ y.o)/Military: $10.00 \n Child (19 months – 13 y.o): $7.50 \nToddler (18 months and under): $0\n \n PURCHASE TICKETS AT DOOR!\n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets must be purchased for all individuals. \nOcean Institute Members receive complimentary year-round general admission! \nNot a member? Click here to join today! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT: The Ocean Institute\, founded in 1977\, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100\,000 children\, teachers\, parents\, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science and Maritime History. The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs\, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center\, a historic tall ship\, and an oceanographic research vessel. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-2-2024-12-23/ CATEGORIES:Admission,Public Weekends + Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105839 CREATED:20231116T222232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T172443Z UID:41322-1734872400-1734876000@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Spirit Restoration Tour DESCRIPTION:Come aboard the Spirit of Dana Point and learn all about her history along with the restoration process. This dockside guided tour will take you into the lives of those who work so relentlessly to keep her sea worthy.\nTickets: $25\n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Spirit of Dana Point \nThe Spirit of Dana Point is a traditionally built replica of a 1770s privateer schooner used during the American Revolution. These ships were known for their speed and were used for smuggling. The ship is 118 feet long with a rig height of 100 feet… and 5\,000 square feet of sail! \nIt was Dennis Holland’s dream to build an accurate replica from the period when America fought for independence. Armed with talent\, determination\, little money and plans he purchased from the Smithsonian Institution\, he laid the keel in his Orange County yard on May 2\, 1970. Thirteen years later\, this fast privateer was launched and continues to sail the ocean. Everywhere you look on board is the craftsmanship and pride of early America. \nFormerly the Pilgrim of Newport\, the re-named Spirit of Dana Point is an excellent teaching platform where students directly experience life at sea as it has been for hundreds of years.  The 118-ft. schooner is used for living history and at-sea maritime programs throughout the year. \nThe Spirit of Dana Point is also available for public and private charters\, coastal sails\, corporate team building\, and filming opportunities. \nFor private charters\, events or wedding onboard the Spirit of Dana Point please e-mail: events@oceaninstitute.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/behind-the-scenes-spirit-restoration-tour-2024-12-22/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T123500 DTSTAMP:20260501T105839 CREATED:20231116T001030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T214012Z UID:40848-1734868800-1734870900@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Sea Star Feeding DESCRIPTION:Sea Star Feeding\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sea Star Feeding\n \n \n \n \n \n General Admission add-on experience! \nHave you ever wanted to hand-feed a sea star? Join us for this interactive feeding experience where you can prepare their food alongside our staff and hand feed a sea star with this up-close encounter you won’t forget!  \nAdd-on Price: $10 \nGeneral Admission ticket purchase is required. Add experience to your cart at checkout! \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/sea-star-feedings-2024-12-22/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T120000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105839 CREATED:20231115T232143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T215101Z UID:40398-1734865200-1734868800@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the Ocean Institute? Join us on our immersive Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour to learn all about what it takes to run an aquarium! This tour takes you beyond the eyes of the public to our husbandry prep kitchen\, the quarantine lab\, the life support yard\, and then you’ll get to participate in a shark feeding! \nTickets are $35 a person. \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/behind-the-scenes-aquarium-tour-2024-12-22/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105839 CREATED:20231117T172340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T224758Z UID:42289-1734863400-1734876000@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Squid Dissections DESCRIPTION:Squid Dissection\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Squid Dissection\n \n \n \n \n \n Add-on experience for General Admission! \nDive into a hands-on experience suitable for all levels of curiosity with our squid dissections! Join our expert guides who will lead you through an exploration of anatomy and adaptations. Each dissection is 30 minutes long.  \nDissections will occur at 10:30 am\, 11:30 am\, and 1:30 pm. \nAdd-on Price: $5 \nMust have a General Admission ticket to participate. Add on experience ticket during check out. \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/squid-dissections-2024-05-05-2024-12-22/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105839 CREATED:20221111T220239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T171616Z UID:39189-1734861600-1734879600@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:General Admission DESCRIPTION:Ocean Institute invites you to join us for General Admission!\n 10:00AM – 3:00PM\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ocean Institute’s general admission engages the public with our rotating monthly themes!\nOur rotating monthly themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\nExplore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits rotating monthly\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch tank\, an intertidal touch tank\, and a bubble tank.\nBring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point.\nElevate your experience! Select add-ons at checkout!\n\n\nSquid Dissection: $5\n\n\nSea Star Feeding: $10\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n General Admission Pricing:\nAdult: $15.00\nSenior (55+ y.o)/Military: $10.00 \n Child (19 months – 13 y.o): $7.50 \nToddler (18 months and under): $0\n \n PURCHASE TICKETS AT DOOR!\n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets must be purchased for all individuals. \nOcean Institute Members receive complimentary year-round general admission! \nNot a member? Click here to join today! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT: The Ocean Institute\, founded in 1977\, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100\,000 children\, teachers\, parents\, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science and Maritime History. The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs\, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center\, a historic tall ship\, and an oceanographic research vessel. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-2-2024-12-22/ CATEGORIES:Admission,Public Weekends + Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241222T123000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105839 CREATED:20231024T222223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T172824Z UID:43390-1734861600-1734870600@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Whale and Marine Life Tour DESCRIPTION:Whale and Marine Life Tour at Ocean Institute!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join our crew for an experience you will never forget.\nYour 2-1/2-hour adventure aboard the RV Sea Explorer\, Ocean Institute’s 65’ research vessel\, takes you miles beyond the Dana Point Harbor jetty in search of marine mammals such as migrating blue whales; large schools of playful Dolphin; the impressive sunfish known as Mola; and sleek harbor seals and sea lions. \nIn addition\, Ocean Institute’s professional naturalists are on hand to introduce you to the lifestyles of ocean creatures that frequent the waters off Dana Point. Hands-on activities include sorting through mud samples from the ocean floor\, as well as trawling for Plankton.\n Our cruises are safe and fun for the entire family\, and everyone will learn something new about our ocean and the life within it.\n \n \n \n \n \n Whale and Marine Life Tour Pricing:\nTicket: $40 | Infant/Toddler (0-1 y.o): $10\nWhale and Marine Life Ticket includes access into Ocean Institute for General Admisson. \n \n Book Now!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Buy Now!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT: The Ocean Institute\, founded in 1977\, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100\,000 children\, teachers\, parents\, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science and Maritime History. The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs\, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center\, a historic tall ship\, and an oceanographic research vessel. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/whale-and-marine-life-tour-2-2024-01-20-2024-01-21-2024-12-22/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241221T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241221T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105839 CREATED:20231026T171420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T230326Z UID:39317-1734789600-1734800400@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Sail on Spirit of Dana Point DESCRIPTION:Set sail aboard the schooner Spirit of Dana Point and experience California from the perspective of an early tallship explorer. Join the crew to help raise sail\, handle lines\, and steer the ship\, or simply sit back\, relax and enjoy the majesty of sailing the seas aboard a tallship.\nMust be 4 y.o or older to sail.\nTickets: $65\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BOOK HERE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Spirit of Dana Point \nThe Spirit of Dana Point is a traditionally built replica of a 1770s privateer schooner used during the American Revolution. These ships were known for their speed and were used for smuggling. The ship is 118 feet long with a rig height of 100 feet… and 5\,000 square feet of sail! \nIt was Dennis Holland’s dream to build an accurate replica from the period when America fought for independence. Armed with talent\, determination\, little money and plans he purchased from the Smithsonian Institution\, he laid the keel in his Orange County yard on May 2\, 1970. Thirteen years later\, this fast privateer was launched and continues to sail the ocean. Everywhere you look on board is the craftsmanship and pride of early America. \nFormerly the Pilgrim of Newport\, the re-named Spirit of Dana Point is an excellent teaching platform where students directly experience life at sea as it has been for hundreds of years.  The 118-ft. schooner is used for living history and at-sea maritime programs throughout the year. \nThe Spirit of Dana Point is also available for public and private charters\, coastal sails\, corporate team building\, and filming opportunities. \nFor private charters\, events or wedding onboard the Spirit of Dana Point please e-mail: events@oceaninstitute.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/sail-on-spirit-of-dana-point-2-2024-12-21/ LOCATION:Ocean Institute\, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr\, Dana Point\, CA\, 92629\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241221T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241221T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105839 CREATED:20231115T232143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T215101Z UID:40397-1734789600-1734793200@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour DESCRIPTION:Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the Ocean Institute? Join us on our immersive Behind the Scenes Aquarium Tour to learn all about what it takes to run an aquarium! This tour takes you beyond the eyes of the public to our husbandry prep kitchen\, the quarantine lab\, the life support yard\, and then you’ll get to participate in a shark feeding! \nTickets are $35 a person. \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/behind-the-scenes-aquarium-tour-2024-12-21/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241221T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241221T123500 DTSTAMP:20260501T105839 CREATED:20231116T001030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T214012Z UID:40847-1734782400-1734784500@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Sea Star Feeding DESCRIPTION:Sea Star Feeding\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sea Star Feeding\n \n \n \n \n \n General Admission add-on experience! \nHave you ever wanted to hand-feed a sea star? Join us for this interactive feeding experience where you can prepare their food alongside our staff and hand feed a sea star with this up-close encounter you won’t forget!  \nAdd-on Price: $10 \nGeneral Admission ticket purchase is required. Add experience to your cart at checkout! \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/sea-star-feedings-2024-12-21/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241221T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241221T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105839 CREATED:20231117T172340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T224757Z UID:42288-1734777000-1734789600@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Squid Dissections DESCRIPTION:Squid Dissection\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Squid Dissection\n \n \n \n \n \n Add-on experience for General Admission! \nDive into a hands-on experience suitable for all levels of curiosity with our squid dissections! Join our expert guides who will lead you through an exploration of anatomy and adaptations. Each dissection is 30 minutes long.  \nDissections will occur at 10:30 am\, 11:30 am\, and 1:30 pm. \nAdd-on Price: $5 \nMust have a General Admission ticket to participate. Add on experience ticket during check out. \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/squid-dissections-2024-05-05-2024-12-21/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241221T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241221T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105839 CREATED:20221111T220239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T171615Z UID:39188-1734775200-1734793200@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:General Admission DESCRIPTION:Ocean Institute invites you to join us for General Admission!\n 10:00AM – 3:00PM\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ocean Institute’s general admission engages the public with our rotating monthly themes!\nOur rotating monthly themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\nExplore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits rotating monthly\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch tank\, an intertidal touch tank\, and a bubble tank.\nBring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point.\nElevate your experience! Select add-ons at checkout!\n\n\nSquid Dissection: $5\n\n\nSea Star Feeding: $10\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n General Admission Pricing:\nAdult: $15.00\nSenior (55+ y.o)/Military: $10.00 \n Child (19 months – 13 y.o): $7.50 \nToddler (18 months and under): $0\n \n PURCHASE TICKETS AT DOOR!\n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets must be purchased for all individuals. \nOcean Institute Members receive complimentary year-round general admission! \nNot a member? Click here to join today! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT: The Ocean Institute\, founded in 1977\, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100\,000 children\, teachers\, parents\, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science and Maritime History. The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs\, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center\, a historic tall ship\, and an oceanographic research vessel. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-2-2024-12-21/ CATEGORIES:Admission,Public Weekends + Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241221T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241221T123000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105839 CREATED:20231024T222223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T172823Z UID:43389-1734775200-1734784200@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Whale and Marine Life Tour DESCRIPTION:Whale and Marine Life Tour at Ocean Institute!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join our crew for an experience you will never forget.\nYour 2-1/2-hour adventure aboard the RV Sea Explorer\, Ocean Institute’s 65’ research vessel\, takes you miles beyond the Dana Point Harbor jetty in search of marine mammals such as migrating blue whales; large schools of playful Dolphin; the impressive sunfish known as Mola; and sleek harbor seals and sea lions. \nIn addition\, Ocean Institute’s professional naturalists are on hand to introduce you to the lifestyles of ocean creatures that frequent the waters off Dana Point. Hands-on activities include sorting through mud samples from the ocean floor\, as well as trawling for Plankton.\n Our cruises are safe and fun for the entire family\, and everyone will learn something new about our ocean and the life within it.\n \n \n \n \n \n Whale and Marine Life Tour Pricing:\nTicket: $40 | Infant/Toddler (0-1 y.o): $10\nWhale and Marine Life Ticket includes access into Ocean Institute for General Admisson. \n \n Book Now!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Buy Now!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT: The Ocean Institute\, founded in 1977\, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100\,000 children\, teachers\, parents\, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science and Maritime History. The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs\, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center\, a historic tall ship\, and an oceanographic research vessel. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/whale-and-marine-life-tour-2-2024-01-20-2024-01-21-2024-12-21/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241220T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241220T150000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105839 CREATED:20221111T220239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T171615Z UID:39187-1734688800-1734706800@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:General Admission DESCRIPTION:Ocean Institute invites you to join us for General Admission!\n 10:00AM – 3:00PM\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ocean Institute’s general admission engages the public with our rotating monthly themes!\nOur rotating monthly themes allow visitors to keep coming back to discover the ocean’s underwater world with our fun\, interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity.\nExplore marine mammal artifacts\, interactive exhibits rotating monthly\, and local aquaria. Interact with a shark and ray touch tank\, an intertidal touch tank\, and a bubble tank.\nBring history to life and step back in time with a Sailor’s Life Tour onboard the deck of Spirit of Dana Point.\nElevate your experience! Select add-ons at checkout!\n\n\nSquid Dissection: $5\n\n\nSea Star Feeding: $10\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n General Admission Pricing:\nAdult: $15.00\nSenior (55+ y.o)/Military: $10.00 \n Child (19 months – 13 y.o): $7.50 \nToddler (18 months and under): $0\n \n PURCHASE TICKETS AT DOOR!\n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets must be purchased for all individuals. \nOcean Institute Members receive complimentary year-round general admission! \nNot a member? Click here to join today! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT: The Ocean Institute\, founded in 1977\, is a community-based 501(c)(3) organization that educates 100\,000 children\, teachers\, parents\, and visitors annually through over 60 marine science and maritime history programs. We are located on 2.4 acres in the Dana Point Harbor; adjacent to a Marine Life Conservation Area. The facility is an ocean education center that offers in-depth Marine Science and Maritime History. The Institute includes state-of-the-art teaching labs\, the spectacular Maddie James Seaside Learning Center\, a historic tall ship\, and an oceanographic research vessel. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/general-admission-2-2024-12-20/ CATEGORIES:Admission,Public Weekends + Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241215T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241215T140000 DTSTAMP:20260501T105839 CREATED:20231116T222232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T172442Z UID:41321-1734267600-1734271200@stage.oceaninstitute.org SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes Spirit Restoration Tour DESCRIPTION:Come aboard the Spirit of Dana Point and learn all about her history along with the restoration process. This dockside guided tour will take you into the lives of those who work so relentlessly to keep her sea worthy.\nTickets: $25\n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Spirit of Dana Point \nThe Spirit of Dana Point is a traditionally built replica of a 1770s privateer schooner used during the American Revolution. These ships were known for their speed and were used for smuggling. The ship is 118 feet long with a rig height of 100 feet… and 5\,000 square feet of sail! \nIt was Dennis Holland’s dream to build an accurate replica from the period when America fought for independence. Armed with talent\, determination\, little money and plans he purchased from the Smithsonian Institution\, he laid the keel in his Orange County yard on May 2\, 1970. Thirteen years later\, this fast privateer was launched and continues to sail the ocean. Everywhere you look on board is the craftsmanship and pride of early America. \nFormerly the Pilgrim of Newport\, the re-named Spirit of Dana Point is an excellent teaching platform where students directly experience life at sea as it has been for hundreds of years.  The 118-ft. schooner is used for living history and at-sea maritime programs throughout the year. \nThe Spirit of Dana Point is also available for public and private charters\, coastal sails\, corporate team building\, and filming opportunities. \nFor private charters\, events or wedding onboard the Spirit of Dana Point please e-mail: events@oceaninstitute.org \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Click here for our Refund and Ticket Transfer Policy. URL:https://stage.oceaninstitute.org/event/behind-the-scenes-spirit-restoration-tour-2024-12-15/ CATEGORIES:Holidays END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR