Educational Programs for All
Since opening in 1987, the Living Coast Discovery Center has offered a variety of educational programs right here on the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge, Sweetwater Marsh.
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![The Living Coast - Field Trips - Turtle Lagoon](https://www.thelivingcoast.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/program-kids-turtle-lagoon-1024x512.jpg)
![The Living Coast - Field Trips - Preschool](https://www.thelivingcoast.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/programs-preschool-1024x776.jpg)
Preschool Programs
Begin exploring the natural world! We have numerous educational classes that are designed to be fun, engaging, and age-appropriate. Preschool programs include an hour-long lesson and craft facilitated by the Living Coast Education Instructor per class. Fees include admission to animal exhibits and a provided lunch space with storage.
Program Fees
- $350 / class (includes 32 preschoolers + 3 adults)
- $11 / extra adult (Max of 3 per class; staff or parent, no siblings)
- $50 / shuttle (for groups arriving by car/walking)
K-12 Programs
K-12 Programs are station-based, with some stations being led by Living Coast staff members and docents. If docents are unavailable, classroom teachers and/or chaperones are required to lead stations using provided resources.
The exact program schedule and stations vary by group size and program type. Field trip programming takes approximately 4 hours. Please be prepared for programs to occur outside, rain or shine.
Program Fees
- $350 / class (includes 32 students & 3 adults)
- $11 / extra adults (Max of 3 per class; staff or parent, no siblings)
- $50 / shuttle (for groups arriving by car/walking)
Included with Fees
- Program by trained staff
- Scavenger hunts for exploring aquarium
- Trail backpacks with teacher-led activities
- Exploration of exhibits, including turtles, sharks, and eagles
- Provided lunch space with storage
![The Living Coast - Field Trips - K-12](https://www.thelivingcoast.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/programs-k-12-1024x776.jpg)
Title 1 School Financial Aid
Through the generous support of local organizations and foundations, financial support is available for Title 1 schools.
2023-2024 Important Dates
School Registration Opens: July 1
Last Day to Apply for Title 1 Aid: March 15, 2024