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SUMMARY:Seal Watch Cruise
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided tour of Long Island and Fishers Island Sounds aboard the Enviro-Lab Research Vessel. We will visit multiple locations for Seal watching as you learn about these unique travelers\, the Harbor Seals\, on their migratory journey from Maine. The Enviro-Lab has plenty of space on deck for optimal viewing and is equipped with heated cabins and a “vessel” type restroom. \nLearn more about our Seal Watch Cruises > \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/seal-watch-2026-03-01/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seal Watch Cruise
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T200658Z
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SUMMARY:Connecticut Blue Economy Education Resources Workshop
DESCRIPTION:For Educators \nEmpower your students; the “Blue Economy” is more than a buzzword – it is the future of our coastal and maritime workforce. Join the CT Blue Economy Coalition at the intersection of education and industry to help your students navigate the careers of tomorrow. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/connecticut-blue-economy-education-resources-workshop/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T150000
DTSTAMP:20260121T183525Z
CREATED:20251204T023930Z
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UID:10000032-1771938000-1771945200@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Ocean Investigators\, ages 9–12
DESCRIPTION:February Week 4: Gull Rookery\nTake flight into the world of coastal birds! Students will study gull behavior\, nesting strategies\, and food sources\, then simulate a rookery and track bird calls. \nLearning Outcome: Students will explore the life cycle of gulls and understand how coastal habitats support bird populations. \nAges: 9–12 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/february-week-4-gull-rookery/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 9–12)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T150000
DTSTAMP:20260121T192548Z
CREATED:20251204T015351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T192548Z
UID:10000020-1771938000-1771945200@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Critter Explorations\, ages 5–8
DESCRIPTION:February Week 4: Sound Seals\nHarbor seals migrate to the Sound from the Gulf of Maine over the winter. Investigate adaptations that help seals stay warm during the cold winters\, learn about migration and create a seal model. \nLearning Outcome: This session introduces concepts of marine mammal biology\, migration\, and survival strategies. \nAges: 5–8 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/february-week-4-sound-seals/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 5–8)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T150000
DTSTAMP:20260121T183629Z
CREATED:20251204T023653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T183629Z
UID:10000031-1771333200-1771340400@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Ocean Investigators\, ages 9–12
DESCRIPTION:February Week 3: Oyster Reefs\nExplore how oysters build reefs that protect shorelines and filter water. Students will observe oyster anatomy\, test water clarity\, and model reef formation. \nLearning Outcome: Students will investigate how oyster reefs support biodiversity and improve water quality through filtration. \nAges: 9–12 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/february-week-3-oyster-reefs/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 9–12)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T150000
DTSTAMP:20260122T214811Z
CREATED:20251204T015220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T214811Z
UID:10000019-1771333200-1771340400@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Critter Explorations\, ages 5–8
DESCRIPTION:February Week 3: Helpful Hermit Crabs\nHermit crabs are common in shallow water in Long Island Sound. Did you know their shells are often home to other smaller animals? Students will examine live hermit crabs\, learn about their life cycle and create a hermit crab of their own. \nLearning Outcome: This week focuses on symbiosis\, life cycles\, and habitat sharing. \nAges: 5–8 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/february-week-3-helpful-hermit-crabs/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 5–8)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T150000
DTSTAMP:20260121T190950Z
CREATED:20251204T023432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T190950Z
UID:10000030-1770728400-1770735600@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Ocean Investigators\, ages 9–12
DESCRIPTION:February Week 2: Eelgrass Meadows\nUncover the secrets of underwater meadows that stabilize sediment and shelter young marine animals. Students will dissect eelgrass blades\, explore photosynthesis\, and simulate habitat restoration. \nLearning Outcome: Students will understand the ecological functions of eelgrass and its importance in maintaining healthy coastal environments. \nAges: 9–12 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/february-week-2-eelgrass-meadows/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 9–12)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T150000
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CREATED:20251204T015121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T214740Z
UID:10000018-1770728400-1770735600@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Critter Explorations\, ages 5–8
DESCRIPTION:February Week 2: Amazing Algae\nSeaweeds are at the base of the food web in the ocean – marine animals depend on them for food\, protection\, and more! Seaweed is also used in many products you use every day\, such as toothpaste and ice cream. Students will examine seaweed up close\, sort it based on characteristics and make a kelp model. \nLearning Outcome: This session highlights food webs\, biodiversity\, and the connection between ocean life and human use. \nAges: 5–8 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/february-week-2-amazing-algae/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 5–8)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260121T191053Z
CREATED:20251204T023301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T191053Z
UID:10000029-1770123600-1770130800@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Ocean Investigators\, ages 9–12
DESCRIPTION:February Week 1: Sandy Shore\nMeet the fish that live close to shorelines\, from flounder to striped bass. Students will examine fish anatomy\, investigate camouflage and schooling behavior\, and compare species found in Long Island Sound. \nLearning Outcome: Students will analyze physical and behavioral adaptations of nearshore fish and explore their role in coastal ecosystems. \nAges: 9–12 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/february-week-1-sandy-shore/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 9–12)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T150000
DTSTAMP:20260121T192929Z
CREATED:20251204T014839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T192929Z
UID:10000017-1770123600-1770130800@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Critter Explorations\, ages 5–8
DESCRIPTION:February Week 1: Super Skates\nSkates are related to sharks and rays. Students will figure out what all of these animals have in common. Students will touch a living skate\, investigate adaptation and create a skate model. \nLearning Outcome: This week emphasizes comparative anatomy and introduces basic and adaptation. \nAges: 5–8 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/february-week-1-super-skates/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 5–8)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T113000
DTSTAMP:20260121T191135Z
CREATED:20251204T023137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T191135Z
UID:10000028-1769765400-1769772600@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Ocean Investigators\, ages 9–12
DESCRIPTION:January Week 4: Rocky Intertidal\nInvestigate the dynamic zone between land and sea\, where crashing waves and changing tides shape life. Students will study tide pool organisms\, test salinity and temperature effects\, and simulate tidal changes. \nLearning Outcome: Students will understand how organisms adapt to fluctuating conditions and identify zones within the intertidal habitat. \nAges: 9–12 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/january-week-4-rocky-intertidal/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 9–12)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T113000
DTSTAMP:20260122T214643Z
CREATED:20251204T014333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T214643Z
UID:10000016-1769765400-1769772600@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Critter Explorations\, ages 5–8
DESCRIPTION:January Week 4: Living Fossils\nHorseshoe crabs have roamed Earth since the time of dinosaurs—how have they lasted so long? Students will touch a live horseshoe crab\, hear a fossil-themed story\, and make a model of this ancient survivor to bring home. \nLearning Outcome: Students will learn about resilience and recognize how ancient adaptations have helped horseshoe crabs thrive over time. \nAges: 5–8 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/january-week-4-living-fossils/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 5–8)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T113000
DTSTAMP:20260121T191313Z
CREATED:20251204T023012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T191313Z
UID:10000027-1769160600-1769167800@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Ocean Investigators\, ages 9–12
DESCRIPTION:January Week 3: Kelp Forests\nDiscover the underwater forests that sway with the currents and shelter countless marine species. Students will examine kelp anatomy\, learn how it supports biodiversity\, and model the structure of a kelp forest. \nLearning Outcome: Students will explore the ecological importance of kelp forests and how they provide food\, shelter\, and oxygen to marine life. \nAges: 9–12 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/january-week-3-kelp-forests/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 9–12)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260123T113000
DTSTAMP:20260122T214558Z
CREATED:20251204T014145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T214558Z
UID:10000015-1769160600-1769167800@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Critter Explorations\, ages 5–8
DESCRIPTION:January Week 3: Clever Crabs\nIdentify the diversity of crabs living in Long Island Sound! Students will interact with live crabs\, identify different species and learn what their claws and reveal about their diets. \nLearning Outcome: Students will compare crab species and use evidence to infer feeding behaviors and ecological roles. \nAges: 5–8 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/january-week-3-clever-crabs/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 5–8)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260121T191437Z
CREATED:20251204T022837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T191437Z
UID:10000026-1768555800-1768563000@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Ocean Investigators\, ages 9–12
DESCRIPTION:January Week 2: Open Ocean\nDive into the vast blue expanse of the open ocean\, home to some of the planet’s largest and most mysterious creatures. Students will explore food webs\, plankton dynamics\, and the adaptations of animals like tuna\, jellyfish\, and whales. \nLearning Outcome: Students will identify key features of open ocean ecosystems and analyze how energy flows through marine food chains. \nAges: 9–12 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/january-week-2-open-ocean/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 9–12)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260122T214525Z
CREATED:20251204T014032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T214525Z
UID:10000014-1768555800-1768563000@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Critter Explorations\, ages 5–8
DESCRIPTION:January Week 2: Secrets of Squid\nDiscover how squid escape predators and explore their hidden shell—called a pen! Students will examine the inside and outside of a longfin squid\, learn about amazing adaptations\, and create a model squid to take home. \nLearning Outcome: Students will explore predator-prey relationships and identify key physical features that support survival in marine environments. \nAges: 5–8 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/january-week-2-secrets-of-squid/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 5–8)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T113000
DTSTAMP:20260121T182434Z
CREATED:20251204T022724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T182434Z
UID:10000025-1767951000-1767958200@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Ocean Investigators\, ages 9–12
DESCRIPTION:January Week 1: Polar Seas\nExplore 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. \nLearning Outcome: Students will understand how polar marine organisms adapt to cold environments and the role of sea ice in supporting biodiversity. \nAges: 9–12 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/january-week-1-polar-seas/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 9–12)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T113000
DTSTAMP:20260122T214420Z
CREATED:20251204T013749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T214420Z
UID:10000013-1767951000-1767958200@oceanology.org
SUMMARY:2026 Homeschool Series: Critter Explorations\, ages 5–8
DESCRIPTION:January Week 1: Fabulous Fish\nExplore the diverse fish of Long Island Sound! Students will touch live fish\, learn how they use camouflage and other adaptations to survive and test their own camouflage skill by playing a game. Can anyone spot your hidden flounder? \nLearning Outcome: Students will understand how physical and behavioral traits help fish survive in their habitats and practice observation skills. \nAges: 5–8 \nCost: $35 per class. Save $15 when you register for all 4 classes in one month (discount applied in your cart!) \nThere are no refunds unless a program is canceled. \nRegister Here
URL:https://oceanology.org/event/january-week-1-fabulous-fish/
LOCATION:Project Oceanology\, 1084 Shennecossett Rd.\, Groton\, CT\, 06340\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homeschool (Ages 5–8)
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