"Waves and Wonder-Watching"
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Tidepooling along the Central California Coast
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Who doesn't enjoy the beauty of California's coastal region, whether it be the sounds of the waves,  sand squishing between toes, the majesty of the Redwoods? Finding those starfish and purple sea urchins is just a tiny bit of what might happen on a day along the coast! Pack up and get ready for our "tidepool" adventure.

Pre Trip
Before packing the car, take time to do some research and investigation in order to be prepared for what will be encountered on an adventure to California's coast. Use some of the links below, or the Discovery Education account that is available for Hickman Charter families, along with a grade-level science textbook, and get ready to go! If time is limited, visit the first place on the list and refer to their "for educators" section! And... print your Coast Bingo Card!
Monterey Bay Aquarium
​     Printable "Critter Cards"
     Printable "Rocky Shore Activity" 
Bay Nature
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
Half Moon Bay State Beach
Año Nuevo State Park (elephant seals)