SECULAR EVENT
ONE-TIME EVENT

What to Expect: Dive into the tiny world of plankton during this exciting hands-on field trip! Students will start by learning about the fascinating differences between zooplankton and phytoplankton — the microscopic organisms that form the foundation of ocean life. Next, we’ll collect our own plankton samples from both the intracoastal and ocean. Afterward, students will use hand-held microscopes to observe their discoveries up close, identifying the incredible creatures they’ve gathered and exploring how these tiny organisms play a big role in the marine ecosystem. This event will have a maximum of 12 students.

Who Can Attend: Children 4 years old and older. Children under 13 years old must be accompanied and supervised by a parent. All children attending this event must be registered students. Siblings of any age, including infants, littles or older siblings, may not accompany registered students.

What to Bring: Participants should wear beach attire appropriate for the South Florida sun and bring a filled water bottle.

Where to Meet: Participants will meet at Ocean Inlet Park (6990 N Ocean Blvd, Boynton Beach, FL 33435). Upon entering the park turn left. We will meet at one of the covered pavilions located just past the playground area.

Cost: $60 per student

Expenses: None.

Saltwater Studies’ biblically-based events include a discussion on both biological information as well as how we can see the character of God in Creation. Secular events include a neutral presentation that focuses on biological information only.