Welcome to the California Coastal Commission's Public Education Program Web Site!

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Public Education Resources

Photo by Christopher Bradford
Spanish Shawl Nudibranch, Santa Cruz Island
Photo © Christopher Bradford

  • Our For Educators page has detailed information and links to our many free resources geared toward educators.

  • Our For Youth page links to fun and educational activities for young people.

  • The Marine, Coastal, & Watershed Resource Directory is an on-line, comprehensive guide to California's marine, coastal and watershed organizations and the resources they offer. The Directory details educational programs, volunteer and internship opportunities, and contact information for approximately 400 organizations.
  • The WHALE TAIL®  Grants program distributes funds from sales of the WHALE TAIL®   License Plate. The WHALE TAIL®  Grants support programs that teach California’s children and the general public to value and take responsibility for the health of the state’s marine and coastal resources.
  • The Coastal Commission maintains a page of links to web-based calendars that announce Coastal Activities and Environmental Events.
  • Find Coastal Government Links to state and federal sites with jurisdiction over the California coast.
  • Find links to information on various Coastal Careers.

Visit our Programs page for more ways that the California Coastal Commission helps to educate the public.