Florida’s Marine Life Class Series

Tuesday Afternoons @ Boynton Beach Inlet Park
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Class Schedule
 

This Month’s Activities

Next Class: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 | 1:00 – 3:00 PM

(Page last updated: Wednesday, December 17, 2025)

 

Meeting Location

Boynton Beach Inlet Park, 6990 N Ocean Blvd, Boynton Beach, FL 33435
Upon entering the park, turn left. We will be meeting at one of the covered pavilions.
Entrance Fee: None

 

Class Topic & Learning Activity

This month we will be discussing corals. Class discussion will review types of corals focusing on the differences between hard and soft corals while incorporating visual aids and specimens. Students will review specimens with microscopes and then for the learning activity enjoy a game called “Hard Versus Soft” where students will review specimens and differentiate between hard and soft coral species.

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Water or Beach Activity

The beach activity includes walking along the beach and searching for corals along the wrack line.

Appropriate Attire: It is always recommended that you come to class prepared to get wet. Have your child wear his or her swimsuit, beach-appropriate clothing, water shoes and bring a filled water bottle.

Please make sure that your child wears the appropriate clothing for our class. If your child does not have the appropriate attire (i.e. swimming suit, water shoes or snorkel gear) to complete the planned activity, unfortunately he or she will not be able to participate.