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Our Ocean Backyard Archive

Browse articles from Gary Griggs, Director of the Institute of Marine Sciences and Long Marine Laboratory at UC Santa Cruz. Every other week he publishes a column in the Santa Cruz Sentinel about Monterey Bay and the ocean beyond.

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Tuesday to Sunday, 10 AM to 5 PM


Spotlight!

Join our volunteer teamVOLUNTEER WITH US!
Now recruiting for volunteer Docents. Join the fun and learn how to teach the public about ocean conservation and marine science! Apply Now!

NATURE JOURNALING TEACHER WORKSHOP
November 16, 2019
Practice using nature journals to learn how students can deepen observations and questioning skills.

COMMUNITY FREE DAY
November 12, 2019
Enjoy free admission to the Seymour Center all day, 10 AM–5 PM.

UCSC STUDENT FUNDING OPPORTUNITY
Now accepting proposals for the 2019-20 Student Research and Education Awards. Application deadline: November 15, 2019.

SCIENCE SUNDAY
November 17, 2019
1:30–2:30 PM
Join us for our upcoming Science Sunday, “Floating on the Edge: Physiology, Ecology, and Recovery of Southern Sea Otters.”

Join our teamATTENTION TEACHERS
Inspire your students with the best field trip of the year! Discovery Lab field trip applications for the 2019-20 school year are now available. Apply NOW!

RENT THE SEYMOUR CENTER FOR EVENTS
Booking Now–Nov. 2020
Experience spectacular ocean views for your next social or business event! Inquire today!

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