www.humboldt.edu/~marinelb
Organization Type:
University
Mission:
The mission of the Humboldt State University Marine Laboratory is to provide a center for marine and environmental science teaching and research. The primary emphasis of the laboratory is teaching, however, student and faculty research is active. Additionally, the laboratory provides public displays which focus on interpretation of marine science and the marine environment.
Contact:
Susan Sebring, Marine Naturalist
Humboldt State University Marine Laboratory
570 Ewing Street
P.O. Box 690
Trinidad, CA 95570
Phone: (707) 826-3671
Fax: (707) 826-3682
marnat@humboldt.edu
Geographical Focus:
Local, Regional, State
Counties Served:
Del Norte, Humboldt, Mendocino, Shasta, Siskiyou, Trinity, and others
Activities:
Research, Education, Recycling, Conservation, Tourism, Recreation, Restoration, Water Monitoring, Resource Management
Topic:
Aquaculture, Bay & Estuary Habitats, Beaches, Boating, Coastal Access, Coastal Processes, Cultural History,
Endangered Species, Energy, Environmental Justice, Fisheries, Habitat Restoration, Islands, Kelp Forest,
Marine Ecology, Marine/Estuary Reserves & Sanctuaries, Open Ocean/Oceanography, Rocky Intertidal, Sand Dune Habitats,
Water Quality/Storm Water Runoff, Watersheds/Hydrology, Wetlands, Wildlife
Educational Resources:
Activity/Learning Kit, Posters, Maps, Outreach Programs, On-Site Programs, Guided Walks, Field Trips, Nature Trails,
Brochures, Exhibits/Displays, Website, Library/Lending Materials, Speaker/Lecture Series, Assistance with planning
various curricula
Education Programs:
The Marine Laboratory has several opportunities available for groups of all ages. The Marine Naturalist
will provide educational activities on our local marine life in a fun and engaging way. Custom design a
tour from the choices listed on our website www.humboldt.edu/~marinelb/group_tours.html that best fit your group. All tours are by appointment only.
Some include:
-Guided Tour of Aquarium
-Tidepooling
-Microscope Activity
-Plankton Tow
-Nature walk
-Lecture presentation on a topic of your choice
Target Audiences:
K-12, Adults, Teachers, Non-formal Educators, General Public
Group Size Accommodated:
No limit. For large groups, we require signing up in advance.
In-Service Training:
We offer public outreach year round, including a summer program geared towards school age students.
Volunteer Opportunities