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Ty Warner Sea Center

www.sbnature.org/seacenter

Organization Type:
Non-profit

Mission:
To inspire a passion for the natural world

Contact:
Jenny Theodorou
Ty Warner Sea Center
211 Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone: (805) 962-2526
Fax: (805) 962-3483
jtheodorou@sbnature2.org

Geographical Focus:
Local, Regional

Counties Served:
Santa Barbara, Ventura, Los Angeles, Kern, San Luis Obispo

Activities:
Research, Education, Recycling, Advocacy, Conservation, Tourism, Restoration, Water Monitoring, Water Pollution Prevention

Topic:
Aquaculture, Bay & Estuary Habitats, Beaches, Coastal Processes, Cultural History, Endangered Species, Fisheries, Habitat Restoration, Islands, Kelp Forest, Sand Dune Habitats, Marine/Estuary Reserves & Sanctuaries, Rocky Intertidal, Open Ocean/Oceanography, Water Quality/Storm Water Runoff, Watersheds/Hydrology, Wetlands, Wildlife

Educational Resources:
Curriculum, Activity/Learning Kit, Outreach Programs, On-Site Programs, Guided Walks, Field Trips, Newsletter, Brochures, Exhibits/Display, Multimedia, Website, Speaker/Lecture Series

Education Programs:
MARIA Self Guided Tour (all grades): Includes introduction, touring stations in small groups (touch tanks, sampling with scientific instruments, water quality testing, microscopes, theater), and standards based activity sheets. Volunteers and staff members available at stations. Lasts 1-1.5 hours.

Channel Watch Program (5th grade and up): Includes watershed discussion, water quality testing at Mission Creek and at the Sea Center, viewing a watershed video, and self guided tour. Lasts 2 hours.

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

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 100

Other Languages:
Written materials available in Spanish

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Ty Warner Sea Center – Sea Crew Volunteers
  Description:
Description of volunteer activity: Ty Warner Sea Center Sea Crew volunteers serve as exhibit interpreters, helping visitors discover the wonders of the Santa Barbara Channel. If you love the ocean and marine life and like working with people, we invite you to join our Sea Crew. There are also opportunities for Sea Crew volunteers to assist with classes, special events and special projects. Benefits include:
* Free admission to both the Ty Warner Sea Center and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History.
* Sea Center and Museum store discounts.
* Savings on educational programs and classes.
* Guest passes for family and friends.
* Regular recognition events.
* Opportunity to meet new people and make new friends.
  When Needed:
All year long
  Qualifications:
Sea Crew volunteers must be at least 14 years old or volunteer with a parent if younger. No experience is necessary. Training is provided.
  Commitment Required:
Requirements include completion of volunteer training and a minimum commitment of a 2 1/2 to 3 hour weekly shift for four months.
  Application/Training:
A three-week new volunteer training class is provided every month. Monthly advanced training classes and an online marine science curriculum are also available.
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
Leeza Charleboix, Volunteer Coordinator
(805) 962-2526 x104
seacrew@sbnature2.org


Internship Opportunities

  Program:
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Ty Warner Sea Center Internship
  Description:
Varies depending on individual goals. Internship duties can include exhibit interpretation, aquarist assistance, education and class assistance, volunteer coordinator assistance, special events assistance, and special projects assistance.
  When Needed:
All year
  Qualifications:
Interns must be at least 14 years old or volunteer with a parent if younger. No experience is necessary. Training is provided.
  Application:
Contact the Volunteer Coordinator. Leeza Charleboix, Volunteer Coordinator, (805) 962-2526 x104, seacrew@sbnature2.org
  Number of Interns:
Varies
  Housing Provided:
No
  Paid:
No
  Stipend:
No
  Credit:
No


Videos:
For use on-site free of charge, or for purchase

CD-Rom:
For use on-site free of charge, or for purchase

Service Fee:
Admission Prices:
$7 for adults
$6 for seniors
$6 for teens (13-17)
$5 for children (2-12)
Children under 2 free
$3 per student for field trips (chaperones free, free admission for Title 1 schools)

General Services:
Restrooms, Bookstore/Gift Shop, Telephone

Parking Availability:
Ample parking on Wharf and City parking lots for $2/hour (first 90 minutes free with validation)

Public Transit Access:
Santa Barbara Electric Waterfront Shuttle Bus waterfront and State Street routes – stops at Wharf
and Wharf Woody Trolley waterfront route – stops in front of facility.

Disabled Access:
Entire facility handicapped accessible. Elevator and accessible floor surfaces. Disabled parking spaces on Wharf – one space near front entrance.




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