Beachwalks Grades 4-7
Have you ever wondered what lies beneath the waves of our Vancouver coastline? Low tide offers us a brief glimpse into the fascinating world of the intertidal zone. From barnacles to sea cucumbers, learn how these animals and dozens of others survive without water for up to six hours at a time!
Hold a sea star, get squirted by a clam and learn how to tell female and male crabs apart in this unique discovery-based learning opportunity.
This program provides students with a hands-on opportunity to explore the intertidal zone by searching for live aquatic animals at the beach, within walking distance of the Aquarium. Guided by Aquarium educators, students discover the diversity of animals and plants that inhabit the intertidal zone; a place that is often overlooked. Students also learn about the impact marine debris has on our oceans as well as how best to respect these animals during future beach adventures.
Program fees include admission to the Aquarium for the day.
So grab your rubber boots and come join us at the beach!
Details |
Teacher Resources |
2 hours |
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| May - Jun | |
Dates and Times posted below |
Map for Parking |
$11.50/student |
Pre-visit Checklist |
| 20-30 participants required | Aquarium Map |
2010 Schedule
| Date | Program Time | Low Tide Time | Low Tide Level |
| May 14 | 11:00-1:00 | 12:32pm | 1.6m |
| May 17 | 1:00-3:00 | 2:37pm | 1.6m |
| May 26 | 10:00-12:00 | 11:11am | 2.0m |
| May 27 | 10:30-12:30 | 11:52am | 1.6m |
| May 28 | 11:00-1:00 | 12:32pm | 1.6m |
| June 11 | 10:00-12:00 | 11:30am | 1.6m |
| June 14 | 12:30-2:30 | 1:38pm | 1.0m |
| June 15 | 1:00-3:00 | 2:23pm | 1.6m |