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Kelp Forest Ecosystems

Tue, Apr 29

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Avalon

🌊This three-part series will take students on an educational journey from virtual classrooms to the vibrant waters of Catalina Island. Each class in the series can be purchased individually, but together, they provide a complete understanding of kelp forest ecosystems and hands-on experience.

Kelp Forest Ecosystems
Kelp Forest Ecosystems

Time & Location

Apr 29, 2025, 7:00 PM PDT – May 09, 2025, 6:30 PM PDT

Avalon, 1 Casino Way, Avalon, CA 90704, USA

About the event

Dive into the underwater world of kelp forests with the Kelp Forest Ecosystem Series!


This three-part series will take students on an educational journey from virtual classrooms to the vibrant waters of Catalina Island. Each class in the series can be purchased individually, but together, they provide a complete understanding of kelp forest ecosystems and hands-on experience in community science. These classes are for ages 10-17.


Class 1: Kelp Forest Ecosystem Class

Learn about the interconnected relationships between fish, algae, and invertebrates in Southern California's kelp forests. This class introduces Reef Check’s vital work and dives deep into the health of these underwater ecosystems.


  • Date: Tuesday, April 29th

  • Time: 7:00 - 8:00 PM

  • Cost: $35

  • Location: Virtual + Recording


Class 2: Fish Identification ClassMaster the art of identifying fish species in kelp forests and prepare to apply your knowledge during real-world snorkel surveys. This interactive class also explores REEF’s global community science efforts.

  • Date: Tuesday, May 6th

  • Time: 7:00 - 8:00 PM

  • Cost: $35

  • Location: Virtual + Recording


Class 3: Community Science Snorkeling Workshop

Put your knowledge into action with an unforgettable day on Catalina Island! Students will revisit key lessons from the previous classes and conduct snorkel-based surveys at Casino Point Dive Park. Casino Point Dive Park’s vibrant ecosystem offers students a rare opportunity to see Giant Black Sea Bass, schools of fish, sea birds, and even sea lions—all in a protected underwater habitat! Collect data on fish species and contribute to vital conservation efforts.


  • Date: Friday, May 9th

  • Time: Full-day workshop

  • Cost: $249

  • Includes: Ferry, all dive gear, and the land=based and underwater lessons

  • Ferry leaves from Long Beach and Returns to Long Beach, time TBD

  • Location: Casino Point Dive Park, Catalina Island

  • Required Prerequisites: Kelp Forest Ecosystem Class & Fish Identification Class



Ready to explore? Sign up now to begin your journey into the world of kelp forests and community science!


Notes:

  • Charter Funds and HFAC Credits are accepted.

  • Supervision by HFAdventureCommunity Live-Scanned educators

  • If weather conditions cause the ferry to be cancelled, we will reschedule our classes.

  • This is a drop-off class for students in grades 5th-12th

  • Financial assistance may still be available for a limited number of ferry tickets ($94). Please contact us for the application to apply.

  • Students who have lost their homes due to fires qualify for a full fee waiver.


  • Check out our MPA Class Bundle on another listing, for another awesome Bleu World x HFAdventureCommunity class bundle


Questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out!

Let’s make a difference while having an unforgettable experience on Catalina Island.


A great big thank you to fellow non-profit, Bleu World, for helping us make this event happen and by providing scholarships! Scholarships are covered by Bleu World grant funds and HFAC funding.

Tickets

  • Kelp Forest - Virtual Class

    April 29th 7pm-8pm. Recording available.

    $35.00
    +$0.88 service fee
  • Fish ID - Virtual Class

    May 6th 7pm-8pm. Recording available.

    $35.00
    +$0.88 service fee
  • Community Science Snorkel

    The Fish ID and Kelp Forest Class are prerequisites to this class.

    $249.00
    +$6.23 service fee
  • Full Series, 3 classes

    This is your three-class bundle. Kelp Forest Virtual, Fish ID Virtual, and Community Science Snorkel.

    $319.00
    +$7.98 service fee

Total

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