Unforgettable Educational Adventures

 🐚 Beachcomber's Lab

Hands-on investigation of beach finds, including shells, driftwood, and marine debris

🌊 Waves & Currents

Learn how waves and currents shape the coastline with interactive experiments.

🐢 Sea Turtle
Nest Demo

Discover sea turtle nesting habits and conservation efforts in the Gulf.

🦐 Marine Science Tools Lab

Use slurp guns, plankton nets, and other hands-on tools to collect and observe coastal critters.

🐬 Dolphin Cruise

Observe dolphins in their natural habitat while learning about their behavior and conservation.

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🌱 Coastal Conservation
& Restoration

Participate in dune restoration and learn about protecting fragile coastal habitats.

🔍 Lagoon Specimen Collection

Use seine nets to collect and observe marine life while exploring the lagoon’s biodiversity.

🏰 Sandcastle University

A fun, hands-on lesson in coastal engineering using sandcastle techniques.

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🐊 Alligator Encounter at
Alligator Alley

Observe and learn about alligators in their natural habitat.

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♻️ Waste & Recycling Adventure

Get a firsthand look at the recycling process through interactive games, a sorting challenge, and exhibits that show how landfill gas is turned into renewable energy.

🏖 Litter & Pollution Exploration

Investigate how human

impact affects the environment and take

part in a cleanup initiative.

🎾 Free Time Exploration

Enjoy beach time, play sand volleyball, shoot hoops on the basketball court, or swim in the pool for a fun, active break.

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⚓ Historic Coastal Discovery
(Fort Morgan)

Explore Fort Morgan’s history and its role in coastal defense.

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Historic Fort Gaines
(Dauphin Island)

Explore one of Alabama’s most iconic coastal forts, where history comes alive through cannons, tunnels, and tales from the Battle of Mobile Bay. ​

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🚴 Bike Ride Through Gulf
State Park

Ride through scenic trails while learning about the

park’s ecosystems.

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🗺 GPS Exploration

Learn how to use GPS coordinates (latitude & longitude) to navigate the beach and locate a buried treasure. A hands-on lesson

in navigation and marine science!

🦪 Navy Cove Oyster Experience

Learn from a local oyster farmer about the anatomy of oysters, their vital role in our coastal ecosystems, and the rich history of oystering in

our region.

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🐍 Snake & Reptile Encounter

Meet and interact with live snakes, and other reptiles! Learn about these amazing creatures, their habitats, adaptations, and importance to local ecosystems.

🌾 Marsh Mysteries at Bon Secour

Step into the salt marsh and discover a hidden world of life!
Explore how marshes protect our coastline, support diverse wildlife, and act as nature’s water filters. 

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🐟 Mariculture in Action

Learn how fish and shrimp are raised to support local ecosystems. Explore hatchery operations and discover how mariculture protects our coastal resources.

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