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Laguna Ocean Foundation

www.lagunaoceanfoundation.org

Organization Type:
Non-Profit

Mission:
To preserve and protect the beaches, intertidal zone, watersheds, and ocean waters of Laguna Beach and to educate the public about these resources.

Contact:
Jeff Rosaler
Laguna Ocean Foundation
P.O. Box 5247
Laguna Beach, CA 92652
Phone: (949) 497-8807
info@lagunaoceanfoundation.org
jrrosaler@gmail.com

Geographical Focus:
Local

Counties Served:
Orange

Activities:
Research, Education, Conservation, Resource Management

Topic:
Beaches, Coastal Processes, Cultural History, Endangered Species, Marine/Estuary Reserves & Sanctuaries, Rocky Intertidal, Open Ocean/Oceanography, Water Quality/Storm Water Runoff, Watersheds/Hydrology, Wetlands, Wildlife

Educational Resources:
Curriculum, Outreach Program(s), On-Site Program(s), Guided Walks, Field Trips, Brochures, Guidebooks, Website

Speaker/Lecture Series:
On-site tidepool educator

Education Programs:

  • Tidepool Interpretive Program at Treasure Island - On-site resource education on the flora and fauna of the rocky intertidal habitat in the State Marine Conservation Area at the Treasure Island Seashore. Brochures on tidepool flora and fauna are provided.
  • Tidepool Interpretive Program at Heisler Park - On-site resource education on the flora and fauna of the rocky intertidal habitat in the State Marine Reserve at Heisler Park. Brochures on flora and fauna are provided.
  • Volunteer TideWater Docent Program - On-site resource education on the flora and fauna of the rocky intertidal habitats at Heisler Park, Shaws Cove, Woods Cove, and Treasure Island. Brochures on flora and fauna are provided.
  • Summer Internship Program - College level program where interns participate in educating the public of the tidepool resources at Heisler Park or Treasure Island , research the human use trends at various Laguna Beach intertidal areas, and survey shorebird populations along the Laguna shoreline.
  • Human Impacts of the Rocky Intertidal Zone - High School research program testing human impacts on different intertidal area within Laguna Beach.
  • Structure and Function in the Tidepools - 4th grade tidepool program where students research intertidal animals, their habitats, predators, and food supply.

Target Audiences:
Grades K-12, Adults, Teachers, Non-formal Educators, General Public

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 60

Languages Other Than English:
We provide tidepool brochures in Spanish

In-Service Training:
Teachers, Naturalists Students/Interns, Docents/Volunteers, General Public:
We train a variety of people (teachers, naturalists, students) with diverse backgrounds how to be tidepool educators or docents. Our tidepool educators and docents offer educational services to the general public on the intertidal resources at multiple locations.

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
TideWater Docent Program
  Description:
Educating the public on the resources of the rocky intertidal areas within Laguna Beach.
  When Needed:
Year-round
  Qualifications:
Interest in marine biology, a willingness to learn, good people skills.
  Commitment Required:
3 hours per month. Shifts are scheduled any day of the week throughout the year.
  Application/Training:
Sign-up for a formal training on-line or by phone. Attend formal training. Sign-up and attend field training.
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
Jake Bonus
jakebonus@gmail.com
(949) 395-2508


Internship Opportunities

  Program:
Summer Internship Program
  Description:
-Educate the public on the intertidal habitat at Treasure Island and Heisler Park
-Conduct intertidal human use surveys
-Participate in local shorebird surveys
-Collect data on marine debris, water quality, tidepool health, and Marine Protected Area violations
-Data compilation and report writing
  When Needed:
June, July, August, and September
  Qualifications:
Enrollment in a college or university. Interest in marine biology
  Application:
Send resume to Jake Bonus - jakebonus@gmail.com
  Number of Interns:
4
  Housing Provided:
No
  Paid:
Yes
  Academic Credit:
No


Service Fee:
No

General Services:
Restrooms, Picnic Area, Bookstore/Gift Shop, Telephone

Parking Availability:
Public parking available

Public Transit Access:
Public buses stop close to sites daily. Free shuttles stop at public bus stops during summer months.

Disabled Access:
Ramps provide beach access to the Treasure Island site.



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