Snorkel with Sharks with Birch Aquarium

Explore the world beyond the beach during snorkeling adventures offered this September through Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego.

Participants will join aquarium naturalists on a face-to-face excursion with marine life that lives just off the La Jolla coast.

Learn about sea creatures and the ecology of their undersea homes while picking up snorkeling tips.

Intermediate swimming ability is required and previous snorkeling experience is recommended. Participants must supply their own gear.

Snorkel with Sharks

Dates: Sept. 14 & Sept. 21

Swim with schooling leopard sharks, smoothhound sharks and guitarfish. See rays, flatfish, sand dwelling invertebrates and coastal sea life, too.

Time: 8-10 a.m.

Cost: $30

Ages: 10+ (ages 10-13 must be accompanied by a paid adult)

Reservations: (858) 534-7336

Location: 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037

Phone: (858) 534-FISH

Website:

www.aquarium.ucsd.edu/

Birch Aquarium

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