Florida’s Marine Life Class Series
Tuesday Afternoons @ Mizell-Johnson State Park, Dania Beach
Biblically-Based
This Month’s Activities
Next Class: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 | 1:00 – 3:00 PM
(Page last updated: Thursday, March 5, 2026)
Meeting Location
Mizell-Johnson State Park, 6503 N Ocean Dr, Dania Beach, FL 33004
We will be meeting at the Jetty Pavilion located at the far north end of the park. Upon entering the park, follow the main park road approximately 2.5 miles and turn right into the Jetty parking lot. The entrance to the Jetty parking lot is directly across from Nova Southeastern University, Oceanographic Center.
Entrance Fee: The park entrance fee has been waived for this event. Upon entering the park, tell the park ranger at the entrance that you are attending a Saltwater Studies event.
Class Topic & Learning Activity
This month we will be discussing crustaceans. Class discussion will focus on different species of crustaceans including crabs, shrimp and lobsters while incorporating various visual aids and specimens. For the learning activity students will play a quiz game where that reviews information learned during the discussion.
Water or Beach Activity
Beach activity includes a wading tour where students will use nets to catch various species of crabs.
Appropriate Attire: Please come 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.