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American Cetacean Society. ACS is a national non-profit organization that protects whales and their habitat through public education, research grants, conservation actions and local chapters. Resources: Cetacean curriculum; whale and dolphin fact sheets. PO Box 1391, San Pedro, CA 90733. (310) 548-6279. FAX: (310) 548-6950. e-mail: info@acsonline.org

The local chapter ACS - Los Angeles co-sponsors the Cabrillo Whalewatch program with Cabrillo Marine Aquarium and often hosts free lectures by renowned cetacean scientists at their monthly meetings.
Association of Zoos and Aquariums. AZA is an international organization that accredits and supports Zoos and Aquariums in conserving and educating about our living world. Resources: website for kids. AZA's web.
Audubon Society. Audubon's mission is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds and other wildlife, to benefit humanity and the earth's biological diversity through public policy and education. Resources: Curriculum materials in Spanish and English; teacher training, classroom outreach, and outdoor education programs at the Ballona Wetlands and the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Area; Audubon Adventure nature/environmental newsletter; A Place to Live/ Un Lugar Para Vivir, a workbook to explore and conserve urban environments; and color posters. Audubon California, Audubon Center at Debs Park, 5636 North Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 221-2255. (323) 254-0252.
There are Audubon chapters all over California and the local PV/South Bay chapter is active on many issues and programs including Audubon YES (Youth Environmental Service) and the restoration of Machado (Harbor) Lake at Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park.
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. CMA is an educational, recreational, and research facility devoted to encouraging active public participation to promote knowledge and conservation of the marine life of Southern California. Resources: Physically accessible aquarium and exhibits, Virginia Reid Moore Marine Research Library for onsite use, teacher workshops, tours for school groups, lab/field-based workshops for school classes and families, public programs, outreach for schools, whale watch programs for schools and the public, summer classes for students, educator previsit materials. Membership in Friends of CMA includes discounts, special invitations, and quarterly publications. 3720 Stephen White Drive, San Pedro, CA 90731. (310) 548-7562.
California Coastal Commission. Established in 1972 to monitor protection of the coast while ensuring public access. Resources: Curriculum guides, posters, slides, and videos available. New activity guide "Waves, Wetlands, and Watersheds" and an outstanding Marine, Coastal and Watershed Resource Directory. Coordinates annual beach clean-up and Adopt-A-Beach programs at the state level. Public Education Department, 45 Fremont St., Suite 200, San Francisco, CA 94105-2219. (415) 904-5200. (800) COAST4U. 1-800-262-7848. e-mail: coast4u@coastal.ca.gov
California Department of Fish and Game. Monitor and manage fish and wildlife through legislation, education, and restoration. Resources: Leaflets, pamphlets, publication list available, assembly programs. Field Office and Lab, 4665 Lampson Avenue, Suite C, Los Alamitos, CA 90720. (562) 342-7100.
California Science Center. Resources: Information/activity packages, classes geared for teachers, adults, and children. Exhibit hall, gift shop, public programs, teacher workshops, volunteer opportunities. Exposition Park, Los Angeles, CA. (213) 744-7444.
California Water Boards "Water Quality Service Learning Program". Resources including: "Erase the Waste" curriculum, service learning, student materials, teacher resources. This Web site is designed to introduce teachers to an innovative student-centered science investigation focused on California's growing problem of polluted runoff.
Centers for Ocean Sciences Education Excellence COSEE-West. CMA is among a number of research and educationally focused collaborators in this local and nationally driven effort funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). COSEE-West strives to improve K-12 ocean science education in the greater Los Angeles area through activities that provide high quality science content and resources for teachers and informal educators. Pre-service and intern teachers welcomed!
Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary. Ventura, CA. Resources including: field programs, outreach, public programs, student materials, teacher resources and volunteer opportunities. (805) 966-7107.
Chula Vista Nature Center. Chula Vista, CA. Resources including: classes for school groups, field programs, outreach to school site, public programs, student materials, teacher resources, gift shop/curriculum available, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. (619) 409-5900.
Ecoplates. California Coastal Commission and the Tahoe Conservency's scenic environmental license plates to benefit the preservation, protection and restoration of California’s natural treasures.
For more information about the Coastal Commission, please visit www.coastal.ca.gov, call 415.904.5215 or write the Commission at 45 Fremont Street, Suite 2000, San Francisco, CA 94105.
For more information about the Tahoe Conservancy, please visit www.tahoecons.ca.gov, call 530.542.5580 or write the Conservancy at 2161 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Suite 2, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150.
El Dorado Nature Center. Long Beach, CA. Resources including: classes for school groups, field programs, outreach to school site, public programs, student materials, teacher resources, gift shop/curriculum available, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. (562) 570-1745.
Fish Contamination Education Information Government/Community Collaboration. Resources including: Scientific and public health information on local fish and seafood contamination, including the Palos Verdes Shelf/DDT superfund site and public advisories.
Grunion.org. Pepperdine University. Resources including: Scientific and volunteer research on grunion fish, training workshops to be "grunion greeters," data collection, video, bibliography.
Heal the Bay. A non-profit advocacy group working for a safe and healthy Santa Monica Bay using research, education, community action, and policy programs to achieve this goal. Resources: Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, literature available, information on storm drain stenciling, Stream Team and beach clean-ups. Key to the Sea Program for schools through local marine education collaborators including Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Santa Monica, CA. (310) 453-0395. 800 HEALBAY e-mail: info@healthebay.org
Inside the Outdoors. Resources including: Field programs and outreach to school sites. Orange County Department of Education, Costa Mesa, CA. (949) 548-1175.
Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Space-based oceanographic and earth sensing resources including: student materials, teacher resources and outreach to school sites. Pasadena, CA. (626) 744-5508.
Kidsafe Seafood Program. The Kidsafe Seafood campaign is a collaboration of chefs, pediatricians and sustainable food experts that helps parents make good seafood choices for their children. The campaign features a Best Choices list, information about how to avoid mercury and other pollutants that can be found in fish and guidence for making ocean-friendly seafood choices.
Lawrence Hall of Science. Resources including: classes for school groups, public programs, gift shop, curricula available, teacher resources and workshops. University of California, Berkeley, CA. (510) 642-5132.
Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific. Resources including: classes for school groups, student materials, teacher resources, gift shop/curriculum available, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. Long Beach, CA. (562) 951-1630 for Education info. General info (562) 951-3100.
Los Angeles City Stormwater Program. Resources including: watershed protection, student materials, teacher resources. Los Angeles, CA. Stormwater hotline (800) 974-9794. (213) 847-6350.
LAUSD Sea Education Afloat (SEA) Program. These floating laboratory programs provide school groups with a variety of topic options, including plankton, benthos, fishing, and marine mammals. Los Angeles Harbor. Mr. Mac McClintock at (714) 761-2489.
LA County Marine Science Programs. The variety of programs available include Marine Science Floating Laboratory Programs, Oceans Alive school presentations, Roundhouse Marine Studies Laboratory, Seashore Field Studies and "From the City to the Sea" assemblies for school groups. LA County Office of Education, Outdoor and Marine Education Office, 9300 Imperial Highway Downey, CA 90242. (562) 922-6330.
LA County Natural History Museum. The museum exists to advance knowledge and to enable people of all ages, backgrounds, and interests to understand and appreciate their natural and cultural heritage. Resources: Provides guided tours at (213) 744-3333. Outreach includes The Seamobile for 6th - 8th graders (LAUSD only) with hands-on science. For special education, Life in the Oceans program available. 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007. (213) 763-3466.
Marine Mammal Care Center at Fort MacArthur. The Care Center rehabilitates and releases injured seals and sea lions found from Ventura to Orange County. The Center for Marine Studies provides activities on marine and environmental sciences for students and is part of Los Angeles Unified School District. Accommodations available for individuals with special needs. Resources: One-hour marine mammal rehabilitation tours; two-hour session tour and laboratory activity; specialized courses for students of San Pedro High School, science series lessons for elementary students, enrichment lessons for Biology and Environmental Science students, and professional development for teachers. 3601 S. Gaffey, San Pedro, CA 90731. (310) 548-5677. Center for Marine Studies (310) 547-9888.
The Marine Fish Conservation Network is a coalition of over 150 national and regional environmental organizations, commercial and recreational fishing groups, aquariums, and marine science groups dedicated to conserving marine fish and to promoting their long term sustainability. Resources include publications, reports, "fish of the month," action alerts. 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Suite 210, Washington D.C. (202) 543-5509..
Monterey Bay Aquarium. Resources including: classes for school groups, field programs, outreach to school site, public programs, Seafood Watch, student materials, teacher resources, gift shop/curriculum available, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. Monterey, CA. (831) 648-4800.
Montrose Settlements Restoration Program. Government collaboration restoring natural resources impacted by the Palos Verdes Shelf/DDT superfund site off White Point. Public involvement in reviewing draft restoration plans and information about the nature of the contamination of our offshore environment. Lead trustee agency is NOAA.
National Marine Educators Association. Professional membership organization to network those who educate about the world of water. "The BRIDGE" provides links to many resources including: "Scuttlebutt" listserv, technical links, research information, field programs, public programs, student materials, teacher resources, teacher workshops.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Deep trove of marine education resources across many agencies including remote sensing, weather, coastal, deep sea and oceanographic sciences: student materials, teacher resources. Links for teachers, students and cool resources about the ocean for everyone! The Coastal Services Center provides detailed technical information.
Ocean Conservancy. Since 1972, the Center for Marine Conservation (now the Ocean Conservancy) has worked to protect marine life in its abundance and diversity including prevention of pollution, protection of marine mammals, creation of sanctuaries, and more. Resources: Information/activity packages geared for teachers, adults, and children. 1725 DeSales Street Northwest, Suite 600 Washington, D.C. 20036. (202) 429-5609. Also a Pacific Regional Office, 116 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 979-0900. e-mail: info@oceanconservancy.org
Ocean Institute of Orange County. Resources including: classes for school groups, field programs, public programs, student materials, teacher resources, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. Dana Point, CA. (949) 496-2274.
The Ocean Project works with and through an international network of over 500 partner aquariums, zoos, museums, nature centers, and conservation organizations to create an understanding among their visitors and members of the significance of the oceans and the role each person plays in conserving our ocean planet for the future. By effectively reaching the key staff and volunteers at our partner institutions, we in turn can help reach their 200 million annual visitors and members, in all 50 states and 45 countries around the world, to stimulate a lasting, measurable, and meaningful respect for our ocean planet.
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. The museum promotes an understanding of nature and indigenous peoples, especially the environment and Indian cultures of California's central coast. They seek to increase awareness of the processes and pressures affecting ecosystems worldwide. Resources: Curriculum guides on marine life, Los Marineros Curriculum, exhibits, variety of programs. 2559 Puesta del Sol Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93105. (805) 682-4711.
Santa Monica Bay Restoration Commission. The Santa Monica Bay Restoration Project (Now The Bay Commission) was formed in 1988 under the National Estuary Program in response to the crucial problems of the Bay. The SMBRP is charged with the responsibility of assessing the Bay's problems, developing solutions, and putting them into action. Provided funding for developing this previsit guide. Resources: Public Summary of the Bay Restoration Plan, posters, brochures and newsletters. Los Angeles, CA. (213) 576-6615.
Santa Monica Pier Aquarium. A marine science learning center run by Heal the Bay serving K-12 classes from schools in the greater LA area. Resources: Education programs for students as well as members of the public. At the Santa Monica Pier, 1600 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica CA. (310) 393-6149.
The SEA Lab is a hands-on coastal science education center that offers free and low cost programs for explorers of all ages. Resources including: Field opportunities, classes for school groups, outreach to school site, teacher workshops, volunteer opportunities. Redondo Beach, CA. (310) 318-7458.
Seafood Watch. Cabrillo Marine Aquarium is a collaborator in this project of the Monterey Bay Aquarium. This program informs consumers about the environmental impacts of the seafood choices they make. Resources: extensive website with background on seafood sources, a pocket sized card to print out and carry with you when you shop.
Sea World. Resources including: classes for school groups, outreach to school site, public programs, student materials, teacher resources, gift shop/curriculum available, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. Assembly programs available in some areas. San Diego, CA. (800) 257-4268 (800) 380-3202.
Stephen Birch Aquarium/Scripps Institute of Oceanography. Resources including: Public aquarium, classes for school groups, outreach to school site, public programs, student materials, teacher resources, gift shop/curriculum available, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. La Jolla, CA. (858) 534-3474.
Southern California Marine Institute. Resources including: Field opportunities, boat trips, classes for school groups, outreach to school site, teacher workshops. Terminal Island, CA. (310) 519-3172.
Surfrider Foundation. A national non-profit environmental organization dedicated to the protection, preservation, and restoration of the world's oceans, waves, and beaches through conservation, activism, research, and education (C.A.R.E.). Resources: Assembly programs available in some areas, local chapters along the coast, volunteer water monitoring. P.O. Box 6010, San Clemente, CA 92674. (800) 743-SURF.
Thankyouocean.org. Your California portal to the ocean. A Project of the Ocean Communicators Alliance, provides learning opportunities, ways to connect to the ocean and protect it.
Tide predictions from NOAA. There are many online resources for current tide predictions, your local newspaper may have a section detailing the next couple of days and there are many links for predictions, here are two effective examples. Tide predictor from the University of South Carolina. Another option for tide information.
Ty Warner Sea Center. Dramatically renovated marine education facility. A satellite of the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History; promotes an appreciation and understanding of the Santa Barbara Channel, specifically the Channel Island Marine Sanctuary. Resources: On-site classes, curriculum guides, tours, and summer programs and presentations. 211 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. (805) 962-0885.
Upper Newport Bay Naturalists and Friends Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve and Interpretive Center. Resources including: field opportunities, classes for school groups, public programs, student materials, teacher resources, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. Newport Beach, CA. (949) 648-6746.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Resources including: outreach to school sites, student materials, teacher resources, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. (800) 344-9453.
USC Sea Grant Program Resources including: student materials, teacher resources and workshops. Island Explorers Program Los Angeles, CA. (213) 740-1961.
West Coast Governors Agreement on Ocean Health Resources including: e-mail list for updates, documents and public comments pertaining to legislation and efforts by Oregon, Washington and California to protect our ocean.
Wrigley Center for Environmental Studies Resources including: field opportunities, classes for school groups, curriculum, public programs, teacher resources. Catalina Island, CA. (213) 740-6780.

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Resources

American Cetacean Society. ACS is a national non-profit organization that protects whales and their habitat through public education, research grants, conservation actions and local chapters. Resources: Cetacean curriculum; whale and dolphin fact sheets. PO Box 1391, San Pedro, CA 90733. (310) 548-6279. FAX: (310) 548-6950. e-mail: info@acsonline.org

The local chapter ACS - Los Angeles co-sponsors the Cabrillo Whalewatch program with Cabrillo Marine Aquarium and often hosts free lectures by renowned cetacean scientists at their monthly meetings.

Association of Zoos and Aquariums. AZA is an international organization that accredits and supports Zoos and Aquariums in conserving and educating about our living world. Resources: website for kids. AZA's web.

Audubon Society. Audubon's mission is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds and other wildlife, to benefit humanity and the earth's biological diversity through public policy and education. Resources: Curriculum materials in Spanish and English; teacher training, classroom outreach, and outdoor education programs at the Ballona Wetlands and the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Area; Audubon Adventure nature/environmental newsletter; A Place to Live/ Un Lugar Para Vivir, a workbook to explore and conserve urban environments; and color posters. Audubon California, Audubon Center at Debs Park, 5636 North Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 221-2255. (323) 254-0252.

There are Audubon chapters all over California and the local PV/South Bay chapter is active on many issues and programs including Audubon YES (Youth Environmental Service) and the restoration of Machado (Harbor) Lake at Ken Malloy Harbor Regional Park.

California Coastal Commission. Established in 1972 to monitor protection of the coast while ensuring public access. Resources: Curriculum guides, posters, slides, and videos available. New activity guide "Waves, Wetlands, and Watersheds" and an outstanding Marine, Coastal and Watershed Resource Directory. Coordinates annual beach clean-up and Adopt-A-Beach programs at the state level. Public Education Department, 45 Fremont St., Suite 200, San Francisco, CA 94105-2219. (415) 904-5200. (800) COAST4U. 1-800-262-7848. e-mail: coast4u@coastal.ca.gov

California Department of Fish and Game. Monitor and manage fish and wildlife through legislation, education, and restoration. Resources: Leaflets, pamphlets, publication list available, assembly programs. Field Office and Lab, 4665 Lampson Avenue, Suite C, Los Alamitos, CA 90720. (562) 342-7100.

California Science Center. Resources: Information/activity packages, classes geared for teachers, adults, and children. Exhibit hall, gift shop, public programs, teacher workshops, volunteer opportunities. Exposition Park, Los Angeles, CA. (213) 744-7444.

California Water Boards "Water Quality Service Learning Program". Resources including: "Erase the Waste" curriculum, service learning, student materials, teacher resources. This Web site is designed to introduce teachers to an innovative student-centered science investigation focused on California's growing problem of polluted runoff.

Centers for Ocean Sciences Education Excellence COSEE-West. CMA is among a number of research and educationally focused collaborators in this local and nationally driven effort funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). COSEE-West strives to improve K-12 ocean science education in the greater Los Angeles area through activities that provide high quality science content and resources for teachers and informal educators. Pre-service and intern teachers welcomed!

Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary. Ventura, CA. Resources including: field programs, outreach, public programs, student materials, teacher resources and volunteer opportunities. (805) 966-7107.

Chula Vista Nature Center. Chula Vista, CA. Resources including: classes for school groups, field programs, outreach to school site, public programs, student materials, teacher resources, gift shop/curriculum available, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. (619) 409-5900.

Ecoplates. California Coastal Commission and the Tahoe Conservency's scenic environmental license plates to benefit the preservation, protection and restoration of California’s natural treasures.
For more information about the Coastal Commission, please visit www.coastal.ca.gov, call 415.904.5215 or write the Commission at 45 Fremont Street, Suite 2000, San Francisco, CA 94105.
For more information about the Tahoe Conservancy, please visit www.tahoecons.ca.gov, call 530.542.5580 or write the Conservancy at 2161 Lake Tahoe Boulevard, Suite 2, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150.

El Dorado Nature Center. Long Beach, CA. Resources including: classes for school groups, field programs, outreach to school site, public programs, student materials, teacher resources, gift shop/curriculum available, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. (562) 570-1745.

Fish Contamination Education Information Government/Community Collaboration. Resources including: Scientific and public health information on local fish and seafood contamination, including the Palos Verdes Shelf/DDT superfund site and public advisories.

Grunion.org. Pepperdine University. Resources including: Scientific and volunteer research on grunion fish, training workshops to be "grunion greeters," data collection, video, bibliography.

Heal the Bay. A non-profit advocacy group working for a safe and healthy Santa Monica Bay using research, education, community action, and policy programs to achieve this goal. Resources: Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, literature available, information on storm drain stenciling, Stream Team and beach clean-ups. Key to the Sea Program for schools through local marine education collaborators including Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Santa Monica, CA. (310) 453-0395. 800 HEALBAY e-mail: info@healthebay.org

Inside the Outdoors. Resources including: Field programs and outreach to school sites. Orange County Department of Education, Costa Mesa, CA. (949) 548-1175.

Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Space-based oceanographic and earth sensing resources including: student materials, teacher resources and outreach to school sites. Pasadena, CA. (626) 744-5508.

Kidsafe Seafood Program. The Kidsafe Seafood campaign is a collaboration of chefs, pediatricians and sustainable food experts that helps parents make good seafood choices for their children. The campaign features a Best Choices list, information about how to avoid mercury and other pollutants that can be found in fish and guidence for making ocean-friendly seafood choices.

Lawrence Hall of Science. Resources including: classes for school groups, public programs, gift shop, curricula available, teacher resources and workshops. University of California, Berkeley, CA. (510) 642-5132.

Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific. Resources including: classes for school groups, student materials, teacher resources, gift shop/curriculum available, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. Long Beach, CA. (562) 951-1630 for Education info. General info (562) 951-3100.

Los Angeles City Stormwater Program. Resources including: watershed protection, student materials, teacher resources. Los Angeles, CA. Stormwater hotline (800) 974-9794. (213) 847-6350.

LAUSD Sea Education Afloat (SEA) Program. These floating laboratory programs provide school groups with a variety of topic options, including plankton, benthos, fishing, and marine mammals. Los Angeles Harbor. Mr. Mac McClintock at (714) 761-2489.

LA County Marine Science Programs. The variety of programs available include Marine Science Floating Laboratory Programs, Oceans Alive school presentations, Roundhouse Marine Studies Laboratory, Seashore Field Studies and "From the City to the Sea" assemblies for school groups. LA County Office of Education, Outdoor and Marine Education Office, 9300 Imperial Highway Downey, CA 90242. (562) 922-6330.

LA County Natural History Museum. The museum exists to advance knowledge and to enable people of all ages, backgrounds, and interests to understand and appreciate their natural and cultural heritage. Resources: Provides guided tours at (213) 744-3333. Outreach includes The Seamobile for 6th - 8th graders (LAUSD only) with hands-on science. For special education, Life in the Oceans program available. 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007. (213) 763-3466.

Marine Mammal Care Center at Fort MacArthur. The Care Center rehabilitates and releases injured seals and sea lions found from Ventura to Orange County. The Center for Marine Studies provides activities on marine and environmental sciences for students and is part of Los Angeles Unified School District. Accommodations available for individuals with special needs. Resources: One-hour marine mammal rehabilitation tours; two-hour session tour and laboratory activity; specialized courses for students of San Pedro High School, science series lessons for elementary students, enrichment lessons for Biology and Environmental Science students, and professional development for teachers. 3601 S. Gaffey, San Pedro, CA 90731. (310) 548-5677. Center for Marine Studies (310) 547-9888.

The Marine Fish Conservation Network is a coalition of over 150 national and regional environmental organizations, commercial and recreational fishing groups, aquariums, and marine science groups dedicated to conserving marine fish and to promoting their long term sustainability. Resources include publications, reports, "fish of the month," action alerts. 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Suite 210, Washington D.C. (202) 543-5509..

Monterey Bay Aquarium. Resources including: classes for school groups, field programs, outreach to school site, public programs, Seafood Watch, student materials, teacher resources, gift shop/curriculum available, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. Monterey, CA. (831) 648-4800.

Montrose Settlements Restoration Program. Government collaboration restoring natural resources impacted by the Palos Verdes Shelf/DDT superfund site off White Point. Public involvement in reviewing draft restoration plans and information about the nature of the contamination of our offshore environment. Lead trustee agency is NOAA.

National Marine Educators Association. Professional membership organization to network those who educate about the world of water. "The BRIDGE" provides links to many resources including: "Scuttlebutt" listserv, technical links, research information, field programs, public programs, student materials, teacher resources, teacher workshops.

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Deep trove of marine education resources across many agencies including remote sensing, weather, coastal, deep sea and oceanographic sciences: student materials, teacher resources. Links for teachers, students and cool resources about the ocean for everyone! The Coastal Services Center provides detailed technical information.

Ocean Conservancy. Since 1972, the Center for Marine Conservation (now the Ocean Conservancy) has worked to protect marine life in its abundance and diversity including prevention of pollution, protection of marine mammals, creation of sanctuaries, and more. Resources: Information/activity packages geared for teachers, adults, and children. 1725 DeSales Street Northwest, Suite 600 Washington, D.C. 20036. (202) 429-5609. Also a Pacific Regional Office, 116 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 979-0900. e-mail: info@oceanconservancy.org

Ocean Institute of Orange County. Resources including: classes for school groups, field programs, public programs, student materials, teacher resources, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. Dana Point, CA. (949) 496-2274.

The Ocean Project works with and through an international network of over 500 partner aquariums, zoos, museums, nature centers, and conservation organizations to create an understanding among their visitors and members of the significance of the oceans and the role each person plays in conserving our ocean planet for the future. By effectively reaching the key staff and volunteers at our partner institutions, we in turn can help reach their 200 million annual visitors and members, in all 50 states and 45 countries around the world, to stimulate a lasting, measurable, and meaningful respect for our ocean planet.

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. The museum promotes an understanding of nature and indigenous peoples, especially the environment and Indian cultures of California's central coast. They seek to increase awareness of the processes and pressures affecting ecosystems worldwide. Resources: Curriculum guides on marine life, Los Marineros Curriculum, exhibits, variety of programs. 2559 Puesta del Sol Rd., Santa Barbara, CA 93105. (805) 682-4711.

Santa Monica Bay Restoration Commission. The Santa Monica Bay Restoration Project (Now The Bay Commission) was formed in 1988 under the National Estuary Program in response to the crucial problems of the Bay. The SMBRP is charged with the responsibility of assessing the Bay's problems, developing solutions, and putting them into action. Provided funding for developing this previsit guide. Resources: Public Summary of the Bay Restoration Plan, posters, brochures and newsletters. Los Angeles, CA. (213) 576-6615.

Santa Monica Pier Aquarium. A marine science learning center run by Heal the Bay serving K-12 classes from schools in the greater LA area. Resources: Education programs for students as well as members of the public. At the Santa Monica Pier, 1600 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica CA. (310) 393-6149.

The SEA Lab is a hands-on coastal science education center that offers free and low cost programs for explorers of all ages. Resources including: Field opportunities, classes for school groups, outreach to school site, teacher workshops, volunteer opportunities. Redondo Beach, CA. (310) 318-7458.

Seafood Watch. Cabrillo Marine Aquarium is a collaborator in this project of the Monterey Bay Aquarium. This program informs consumers about the environmental impacts of the seafood choices they make. Resources: extensive website with background on seafood sources, a pocket sized card to print out and carry with you when you shop.

Sea World. Resources including: classes for school groups, outreach to school site, public programs, student materials, teacher resources, gift shop/curriculum available, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. Assembly programs available in some areas. San Diego, CA. (800) 257-4268 (800) 380-3202.

Stephen Birch Aquarium/Scripps Institute of Oceanography. Resources including: Public aquarium, classes for school groups, outreach to school site, public programs, student materials, teacher resources, gift shop/curriculum available, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. La Jolla, CA. (858) 534-3474.

Southern California Marine Institute. Resources including: Field opportunities, boat trips, classes for school groups, outreach to school site, teacher workshops. Terminal Island, CA. (310) 519-3172.

Surfrider Foundation. A national non-profit environmental organization dedicated to the protection, preservation, and restoration of the world's oceans, waves, and beaches through conservation, activism, research, and education (C.A.R.E.). Resources: Assembly programs available in some areas, local chapters along the coast, volunteer water monitoring. P.O. Box 6010, San Clemente, CA 92674. (800) 743-SURF.

Thankyouocean.org. Your California portal to the ocean. A Project of the Ocean Communicators Alliance, provides learning opportunities, ways to connect to the ocean and protect it.

Ty Warner Sea Center. Dramatically renovated marine education facility. A satellite of the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History; promotes an appreciation and understanding of the Santa Barbara Channel, specifically the Channel Island Marine Sanctuary. Resources: On-site classes, curriculum guides, tours, and summer programs and presentations. 211 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. (805) 962-0885.

Upper Newport Bay Naturalists and Friends Upper Newport Bay Ecological Reserve and Interpretive Center. Resources including: field opportunities, classes for school groups, public programs, student materials, teacher resources, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. Newport Beach, CA. (949) 648-6746.

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Resources including: outreach to school sites, student materials, teacher resources, teacher workshops and volunteer opportunities. (800) 344-9453.

West Coast Governors Agreement on Ocean Health Resources including: e-mail list for updates, documents and public comments pertaining to legislation and efforts by Oregon, Washington and California to protect our ocean.

Wrigley Center for Environmental Studies Resources including: field opportunities, classes for school groups, curriculum, public programs, teacher resources. Catalina Island, CA. (213) 740-6780.