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Sunday, January 26 10am - 3pm Join us for tons of fun as we celebrate the migration of the Pacific gray whale and the beginning of the whalewatching season! It’s a family day filled with activities and exhibits for all — games, arts and crafts, puppet shows, marine awareness organizations, expert guest lecturers and festive music. Merriments include building whale sand sculptures and the famous Duct Tape Whale Contest. For information, call 310-548-7562. Fee: Free

Complete Whalewatch

Sunday, February 23 8am - 12noon Join Diane Alps, cetacean scientist, for an informative and fun slide presentation in the John M. Olguin Auditorium. Following the presentation, head out to sea on a local whalewatching vessel in search of gray whales, other marine mammals and sea life. Only one date, don't miss the boat! The trip returns to the dock by 12noon. Call 310-548-7562 for information and reservations. Fee: $30 per person ($25 Friends members)

Cabrillo Whalewatch

Thursday, December 26 through March 2020 DAILY! Go to sea any day of the week through the end of March in search of migrating Pacific gray whales and a host of other marine life, such as dolphins, seals and sea lions. Whalewatch naturalists, trained by CMA and the Los Angeles Chapter of the American Cetacean Society, lead two-to-three-hour boat trips from various landings. Join the fun! Fee: Varies by landing; contact Cabrillo Whalewatch at 310-548-7770, Tuesday through Friday, 8:30am to 1pm or visit our website: www.cabrillomarineaquarium.org.

Baja Adventure

Adults

February 26 - March 5, 2020 Call for Information or Visit www.cabrillomarineaquarium.org Join CMA for a trip that truly is the journey-of-a-lifetime! During this nine-day ocean voyage we spend three exciting days anchored in San Ignacio Lagoon where friendly gray whales and their curious calves swim within arm’s length of the skiffs. Naturalist-led hikes on remote, offshore islands provide exceptional views of elephant seal rookeries, Guadalupe fur seals, a multitude of birds, diverse geological formations and a wide range of native vegetation. Thirty participants will eat well and sleep comfortably on the 113-foot Royal Polaris; leaving from San Diego (bus transportation between CMA and San Diego is provided). For more information, trip photos and a complete itinerary visit our website; for questions call 310-548-7562.

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium • 3720 Stephen M. White Drive • San Pedro, CA 90731 • Tel 310-548-7562 • www.cabrillomarineaquarium.org A facility of the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks with support from Friends of Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

WINTER CALENDAR 2019 - 2020

Monthly Beach Cleanup

Science at the Seashore Tidepool Walks Sunday, December 8

Saturday, December 14 Sunday December 15 Saturday, December 21

Sunday, December 22 Tuesday, December 24 Thursday, December 26

Friday, December 27 Saturday, December 28 Sunday, December 29

Saturday, January 11 Sunday, January 12

Sunday, January 19 Saturday, January 25 Saturday, February 8 Sunday, February 9

Saturday, February 22 Sunday, February 23 Saturday, March 7 Sunday, March 8

Saturday, March 21 Sunday, March 22

11:30am - 1pm en español 12 - 1:30pm English 3 - 4:30pm 3 - 4:30pm (Sunset Tidepool Walk) 10:30am - 12noon (Solstice Tidepool Walk) 11:30am - 1pm 1 - 2:30pm 2 - 3:30pm (Boxing Day Tidepool Walk) 3 - 4:30pm 3 - 4:30pm 3 - 4:30pm (End of the Year Tidepool Walk) 2:30 - 4pm 2:30 - 4pm en español 3 - 4:30pm English 10:30am - 12noon 2:30 - 4pm 1:30 - 3pm 2 - 3:30pm en español 2:30 - 4pm English 1:30 - 3pm 2 - 3:30pm 12:30 - 2pm 2 - 3:30pm en español 2:30 - 4pm English 1 - 2:30pm 2 - 3:30pm

Join us as CMA Educators conduct tours of the Point Fermin Tidepools. Before the walk attend an informative slide show in the John M. Olguin Auditorium; then join the naturalist-led hike to see animals in their natural habitat. Outdoor clothing and sneakers advised. Young children must be accompanied by an adult. Fee: Free. Reservations required for groups; please call 310-548-7562.

Saturday December 7 10am - 12noon 10am - 12noon Saturday, January 4 Saturday, February 1 10am - 12noon Saturday, March 7 10am - 12noon On the first Saturday of each month, join CMA Educators in helping to keep our Coastal Park eco-friendly and clean! Come find out what marine debris is doing to our ocean and help us to collect and categorize what we find on Cabrillo Beach. Groups wishing to participate are asked to call during business hours Monday through Friday at 310-548-7562. Meet at the steps in front of the John M. Olguin Auditorium. Fee: Free and open to all ages

Salt Marsh Open House

Saturday, December 7 2 - 4pm Friday Jan. 3 12noon - 2pm Saturday Jan. 4 1 - 3pm Saturday, January 18 1 - 3pm Sunday, February 16 1 - 3pm Saturday, March 14 11am - 1pm Visit Cabrillo Beach’s own wetland habitat, Salinas de San Pedro, and discover the plants and animals that call it home! Using binoculars, magnifying glasses and other tools, CMA Educators and volunteers will help you observe and explore this habitat. Or simply sit back, watch the tide change and listen to the birds and other wildlife. Fee: Free and open to all ages

Walk Cabrillo

All ages

Sunday, January 5 10:30am - 12:30pm Pack a snack and join a walk guided by CMA Educators who will be interpreting the various habitats of the Cabrillo Beach Coastal Park. Starting at the Aquarium courtyard, you’ll visit the native garden, salt marsh, beaches and tidepools. Along the walk you will examine fossils, native plants, beach wrack and other interesting finds. Fee: Donations are welcome and appreciated. Reservations required for groups

Calendar • Winter 2019-2020 • Cabrillo Marine Aquarium 3720 Stephen M. White Drive San Pedro, CA 90731 • 310-548-7562 • www.cabrillomarineaquarium.org

REGISTRATION REQUIRED CLASSES

Ocean in Art: Gyotaku

Age 10 through adult

9:30am - 12noon Saturday, December 14 Create one-of-a-kind gifts as you practice the art of Gyotaku fish printing. Fee includes paint and paper – please bring fabric or clothes to print on during this studio workshop. Pre-registration required, please call 310-548-7562. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry, walk-ins cannot be accommodated. Fee: $18 ($16 FRIENDS members)

Family Rocky Shore Adventure

All ages welcome!

Thursday February 20 2 - 4pm Learn about the animals that call the Rocky Intertidal their home! This informative class designed for families and led by CMA education staff, will introduce you to the amazing animals that have adapted to live in the dynamic rocky shore habitat. We will keep the class size small and give the participants a private touch tank tour, a visit to our classroom laboratory with microscopes and specimen and a personal tour in the Point Fermin Tidepools! Reserve early, class size is limited to 20 participants! No walk-ins please, registration is required; call 310-548-7562, moderate physical ability is required for walking on uneven and slippery rocks in the tidepools, minors must be accompanied by an adult. Deadline to register is one week before the class begins. Fee: $5 adults, $1 children and seniors (free for Friends members). Financial assistance available.

SEA Club – Science Education Afternoons Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22 & 29 Wednesdays, March 4, 11, 18 & 25

3:30 - 5pm 3:30 - 5pm

Grades 4 - 6 Grades 2 - 3

On four consecutive Wednesday afternoons join CMA Educators for a series of hands-on after-school marine science adventures. Activities may include observing animal behavior; examining rocky shore animals at the tidepools; exploring the wonders of mud at the salt marsh; getting up-close with microscopes. Students help plan the schedule. No walk-ins please, registration is required; call 310-548-7562. Deadline to register is one week before the class begins. Fee: $30 ($27 FRIENDS members) for the series and includes a SEA Club T - shirt. Financial assistance available.

For Educators

Please visit our website for a full list of teacher and educator workshops! www.cabrillomarineaquarium.org

Lectures

Discovery Lecture Series

Presented by Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, with support from Friends of CMA. All lectures are at 7pm at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium in the John M. Olguin Auditorium. December 6: Dr. Brian Livingston, California State University, Long Beach; February 7: Dr. Regina Wetzer and Dean Pentcheff, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County; April 3: Dr. Andrew Leising, NOAA Southwest Fisheries; June 5: Dr. David Cummings, Point Loma Nazarene University; August 7: TBD; October 2: Dr. Nina Bednarsek, SCCWRP; Dr. Brian Livingston December 4: TBD Visit our website for more details. Fee: Free

Special Events Meet the Grunion

AQUARIUM OPEN

PREDICTED RUN

Thursday, March 26 8pm 11:10pm Thursday, April 9 8pm 11:05pm Saturday, April 25 (Fish-tival) 8pm 10:55pm Watch the captivating grunion come up on the beach to spawn! Learn about the interesting mating rituals and biology of this curious fish. The Aquarium opens at 8pm and an auditorium program begins at 9pm, followed by guided observation at the beach, Cabrillo Beach closes at midnight. Warm clothing and a flashlight are recommended. During April and May (closed season) grunion may be observed but not touched. March, June and July are open season, when grunion may only be taken by hand. Grunion hunters, 16 years or older must have a valid California fishing license. Fee: $5 adults and $1 seniors, students and children (Friends members FREE)

Calendar • Winter 2019-2020

WINTER CALENDAR 2019 - 2020 DECEMBER 2019 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

Weekend Tidepool Walk 12 - 1:30pm, en español 11:30am - 1pm

Sunset Tidepool Walk 3 - 4:30pm

Weekend Tidepool Walk 11:30am - 1pm

End of the Year Tidepool Walk 3 - 4:30pm

JANUARY 2020 SUNDAY

MONDAY

Weekday Tidepool Walk 1 - 2:30pm

Christmas Aquarium Closed

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Holiday Aquarium Open

Walk Cabrillo 10:30 - 12:30pm Weekend Tidepool Walk 3 - 4:30pm en español 2:30 - 4pm Weekend Tidepool Walk 10:30am - 12pm

Whale Fiesta 10am - 3pm

American Cetacean Society Lecture 7:30 - 9pm

FRIDAY

SEA Club (Grades 4 - 6) 3:30 - 5pm

Solstice Tidepool Walk 10:30am - 12noon

Beach Cleanup 10am - 12noon Salt Marsh Open House 12noon - 2pm Salt Marsh Open House 1 - 3pm

SEA Club (Grades 4 - 6) 3:30 - 5pm

Ocean in Art: Gyotaku 9:30am - 12noon Weekend Tidepool Walk 3 - 4:30pm

Whalewatching Season Weekday Tidepool Walk Weekend Tidepool Walk Begins Boxing Day 3 - 4:30 3 - 4:30pm Tidepool Walk 2 - 3:30pm

SEA Club (Grades 4 - 6) 3:30 - 5pm

Monthly Beach Cleanup 10am - 12noon CMA, John Olguin Auditorium Salt Marsh Open House Dr. Brian Livingston, 2 - 4pm CSU Long Beach 7pm

SEA Club (Grades 4 - 6) 3:30 - 5pm

SATURDAY

Underwater Parks Day 11am - 3pm Weekend Tidepool Walk 2:30 - 4pm

Salt Marsh Open House 1 - 3pm

Weekend Tidepool Walk 2:30 - 4pm

Calendar • Winter 2019-2020 • Cabrillo Marine Aquarium 3720 Stephen M. White Drive San Pedro, CA 90731 • 310-548-7562 • www.cabrillomarineaquarium.org

FEBRUARY 2020 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

Beach Cleanup 10am - 12noon

Birds & Bees, Under the Seas Friends members-only 5:30 - 8pm

Salt Marsh Open House 1 - 3pm

Holiday - Aquarium Closed

Complete Whale Watch 8 - 12pm Weekend Tidepool Walk 2 - 3:30pm

American Cetacean Society Lecture 7:30pm

MARCH 2020 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

Spring Docent Training 9am - 12:30pm

BAJA ADVENTURE 2020

Weekend Tidepool Walk 2:30 - 4pm, Spring Docent Training en español 9am - 12:30pm 2 - 3:30pm

Young Scientists Symposium 3 - 7pm

Weekend Tidepool Walk 2 - 3:30pm

Weekend Tidepool Walk 2:30 - 4pm, en español 2 - 3:30pm

Holiday - Aquarium Closed

7 CMA, John Olguin Auditorium 7pm

Weekend Tidepool Walk 1:30 - 3pm

Family Rocky Shore Adventure 2 - 4pm

Weekday Tidepool Walk 1:30 - 3pm

BAJA ADVENTURE 2020

WEDNESDAY

SEA Club (Grades 2 - 3) 3:30 - 5pm

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SEA Club (Grades 2 - 3) 3:30 - 5pm

Meet the Grunion 8pm - 12 midnight

SATURDAY

Beach Cleanup 10am - 12noon Weekend Tidepool Walk 12:30 - 2pm

Salt Marsh Open House 11am - 1 pm

Weekend Tidepool Walk 1 - 2:30pm

American Cetacean Society Lecture 7:30 - 9pm

Calendar • Winter 2019 - 2020

WINTER CALENDAR 2019 - 2020

Special Events continued Grunion Fish-tival

Saturday, April 25 8pm - 12midnight During this special evening, you’ll be able to hatch grunion eggs, participate in grunion arts and crafts, watch a classic grunion video, interact with grunion researchers, touch live tidepool animals and see the many fish and other live animals in the Aquarium. Don’t miss your chance to test your GQ (Grunion Quotient) or guess what’s in the Grunion Mystery Box! After participating in fun grunion activities, everyone will head to the beach to observe these enchanting fish. Warm clothing is recommended. Fee: $5 adults and $1 seniors, students and children (Friends members free)

Birds and the Bees, Under the Seas FRIENDS MEMBERS-ONLY

Monday, February 10 5:30 - 8pm Get ready for Valentine’s Day with CMA. This exclusive afterhours Friends event is open to members to learn from CMA "Matchmakers" about how marine creatures find mates, reproduce and ensure their young survive. Join us for a unique opportunity to learn about our marine life and participate in fun activities and demonstrations. This event is free to members with an RSVP to the Membership Department! It's not too late to become a member and enjoy perks like this! Contact the Membership Department: 310-548-7562 x211 or membership@cmaqua.org.

Young Scientists Symposium

Sunday, March 15 3 - 7pm Cabrillo Marine Aquarium is celebrating our research program with a symposium where we share the findings of young scientists who conducted research during 2018-2019. Student presentations and research demonstrations will provide a glimpse into our exciting, growing research program. Space is limited. For reservations and more information, call Dr. Andres Carrillo at 310-548-7562 x 204. Fee: Free

Underwater Parks Day

Saturday, January 11 11am - 3pm Join Cabrillo Marine Aquarium in learning about the designated Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in Southern California. These areas, like parks on land, protect underwater marine resources for future generations to enjoy. Plans set forth by the Marine Life Protection Act of 1999 call for a network of MPAs along the California coast. That network is now complete, providing marine life protected areas all along our coast. Speakers, presentations, interactive activities and handouts will be available so visitors can learn more about how these MPAs can preserve and improve California coastal marine resources. Similar activities are being held the same day at partner marine science centers: Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach; Ocean Institute, Dana Point; Birch Aquarium/Museum at Scripps, La Jolla; SeaLife Aquarium, Carlsbad; Santa Monica Pier Aquarium; Ty-Warner Sea Center in Santa Barbara; and Centers for Ocean Science Education Excellence - West. Fee: Free

Calendar • Winter 2019 - 2020 • Cabrillo Marine Aquarium 3720 Stephen M. White Drive San Pedro, CA 90731 • 310-548-7562 • www.cabrillomarineaquarium.org

Volunteer!

Contact Volunteer Coordinator Floyd Anderson, 310-548-7562 x229 or floyd.anderson@.lacity.org.

Spring Program Docent Training

Adults

Monday, March 2 and Monday, March 9 9am - 12:30 pm Join us on the beach! Applications are being accepted through February 16 for volunteers in our Outdoor Classroom Program which is held Tuesday through Friday mornings from March 29 through June 3. Docents provide schoolchildren with information about the ocean and conduct related activities on Cabrillo Beach.

One-Day Special Events

Adults and Youth

Individuals and groups are welcome to help out at various events throughout the year. Please call ahead to schedule yourself or your group. A list of upcoming events may be obtained by contacting our Volunteer Coordinator.

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AQUARIUM AND LIBRARY HOURS Saturday and Sunday 10am to 5pm Tuesday through Friday 12noon to 5pm

Closed Mondays, Thanksgiving and Christmas

GIFT AND BOOK SHOP HOURS Tuesday through Sunday 10:30am to 5:15pm

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WINTER CALENDAR 2019 - 2020 Exhibits

Cabrillo Whalewatch Naturalist Photo Contest

Directions to Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

● Harbor Freeway (110) South; ● Exit Gaffey, San Pedro ● Left turn onto Gaffey to 22nd Street ● Left turn on 22nd Street to Pacific Ave. ● Right turn on Pacific Ave. to 36th St./Stephen M.White Dr. ● Left turn at Stephen M. White Dr. ● Left turn on Oliver Vickery Circle Way Keep Left to the Cabrillo Beach parking lot

December 3 through April 5 See the amazing winning photographs of Cabrillo Whalewatch Naturalists! Each season, volunteer Whalewatch Naturalists take photographs of moments they encounter that capture the feeling of a whale watching experience. Photos are submitted for the season-end photo contest, which are judged by local artists and marine life experts. The Cabrillo Whalewatch Naturalist program is co-sponsored by Cabrillo Marine Aquarium and the Los Angeles Chapter of the American Cetacean Society. Join the fun and become a naturalist! No experience required. Training begins the first Tuesday of October at 7pm.

Photo Contest!

3720 Stephen M. White Drive San Pedro, CA 90731 Tel. 310-548-7562 www. cabrillomarineaquarium.org

Persons with special needs are welcome to participate in our programs. Reasonable accommodations will be made with prior arrangements.