January Series: Ocean Investigator – Polar Seas
Overview
Each week, young scientists dive into the world of marine organisms through hands-on exploration, journaling, and experiments.
Highlights
Program Type: Lab
Program Date: Friday, Jan 9, 2026
Program Duration: 9:30–12:00
Cost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!)
Ocean Literacy Principle: #5: The ocean supports a great diversity of life and ecosystems. #6 The ocean and humans are inextricably interconnected.
Trip Description
Explore the icy ecosystems of the Arctic and Antarctic, where marine life thrives despite extreme cold. Students will investigate how animals like polar bears, penguins, and seals survive in frigid waters through insulation, migration, and specialized behaviors.
Learning Outcome: Students will understand how polar marine organisms adapt to cold environments and the role of sea ice in supporting biodiversity.