Walter Munk Foundation For The Oceans

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Walter Munk Foundation For The Oceans Continuing Walter Munk’s Legacy of daring exploration and discovery through scientific research, education and ocean conservation.

Bringing underserved children to the ocean. Walter Munk's 80 year Legacy
'EINSTEIN OF THE OCEANS' New York Times

Get ready to immerse yourself in the underwater world with Under the Blue Line at Walter Munk Day! 🌊💙 Through underwater...
10/03/2026

Get ready to immerse yourself in the underwater world with Under the Blue Line at Walter Munk Day!

🌊💙 Through underwater storytelling and hands-on experiences, they’re helping students build ocean connections and imagine a future in marine science and restoration.

At their booth, you can look forward to:
🤿 Experience Virtual Reality SCUBA and explore the underwater world
🌿 Create art with local algae pressings and discover the beauty of our coastal ecosystems
🔬 Learn about marine biology and restoration through immersive experiences
🌊 Get inspired to become a future ocean scientist or restoration practitioner

Come dive in, get creative, and explore what’s waiting under the blue line! 💙🌊

We’re excited to welcome Tribal Sacred Waters to Walter Munk Day! 🌊💙 Through culturally relevant programs rooted in Nati...
10/03/2026

We’re excited to welcome Tribal Sacred Waters to Walter Munk Day! 🌊💙 Through culturally relevant programs rooted in Native American traditions, they inspire a deeper connection to the ocean and our responsibility to care for our sacred waters.

At their booth, you can look forward to:
🦞 Measure replica California spiny lobsters using a real lobster gauge
📏 Put your skills to the test and figure out which lobsters are legal-sized and which need to be released
🌊 Learn why size limits matter for conservation and healthy future lobster populations
🌿 Discover the connection between responsible harvesting and ocean stewardship

Come grab a gauge, test your lobster-measuring skills, and learn how we can help keep our ocean thriving! 🦞💙

Get ready to explore, experiment, and become a student scientist with The Oyster Project by High Tech High! 🌊🔬 This comm...
10/03/2026

Get ready to explore, experiment, and become a student scientist with The Oyster Project by High Tech High!

🌊🔬 This community-driven project brings students and local partners together to study and restore reef-building ecosystems in San Diego Bay.

At their booth, you can look forward to:
💧 Test water quality with mini hands-on labs
🦪 Count and measure oysters and learn how scientists monitor reef health
🔎 Identify biofouling species found in San Diego Bay
🤖 Build a water-temperature Arduino and explore how technology helps us understand our bay

Come get curious, get hands-on, and see what the next generation of ocean scientists is discovering! 🌊🦪

Welcome Tree San Diego .sandiego to Walter Munk Day! 🌿💚 Join us and learn how healthy urban forests create healthier co...
10/03/2026

Welcome Tree San Diego .sandiego to Walter Munk Day! 🌿💚

Join us and learn how healthy urban forests create healthier communities and a more sustainable environment for everyone.

At their booth, you can look forward to:
🌱 Take home a small tree sapling and start growing your own!
🌳 Learn about the importance of urban forests and the benefits trees bring to our communities
💚 Discover simple ways to help our local environment—one tree at a time

Come plant a little piece of Walter Munk Day and help our community grow! 🌎🌱

We’re excited to welcome the Sycuan Cultural Resource Center & Museum to Walter Munk Day! 🐚 Learn how Kumeyaay Tradition...
10/03/2026

We’re excited to welcome the Sycuan Cultural Resource Center & Museum to Walter Munk Day!

🐚 Learn how Kumeyaay Traditional Ecological Knowledge connects people, land, and ocean—and how these teachings continue to guide stewardship today.

At their booth, you can look forward to:
🪢 Learn how to make traditional yucca cordage used for fishing nets
🐚 Create a shell bead necklace and take home your own piece of coastal-inspired art
🌊 Discover the connection between the ocean, desert, and Kumeyaay ancestral homeland
🌿 Explore Traditional Ecological Knowledge and the responsibility to care for land and ocean

Come learn, create, and celebrate the deep connection between Kumeyaay culture and the natural world! 💙🌿

Get ready to look a little closer at the beach with the Surfrider Foundation at Walter Munk Day! 🌊🏖️ Discover what can ...
10/03/2026

Get ready to look a little closer at the beach with the Surfrider Foundation at Walter Munk Day!

🌊🏖️ Discover what can hide in the sand and learn how microplastics impact our ocean and beaches.

At their booth, you can look forward to:
🔎 Sift through sand and hunt for tiny microplastic beads
♻️ Learn where microplastics come from and why they matter
🌊 Discover how Surfrider works to protect and enjoy our oceans, waves, and beaches
🙌 Find out how you can get involved in protecting our coast

Come dig in, discover what’s hiding in the sand, and become a little more ocean-aware! 💙🏄‍♀️

We’re excited to welcome Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer’s Office to Walter Munk Day! 🌎💙 Stop by to learn more about the 3...
10/03/2026

We’re excited to welcome Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer’s Office to Walter Munk Day! 🌎💙

Stop by to learn more about the 3rd Supervisorial District and the environmental work and community resources available to local residents.

At their table, you can look forward to:
🌿 Explore information about environmental policies affecting our region
🤝 Learn about community activities and resources available through the district
💬 Connect with the Supervisor’s office and discover ways to stay engaged in your community

Come say hello, grab some resources, and connect with your local community! 🌊💙

We’re excited to welcome the Steele Canyon High School Art Students back for their 3rd annual ocean art show at Walter M...
10/03/2026

We’re excited to welcome the Steele Canyon High School Art Students back for their 3rd annual ocean art show at Walter Munk Day!

🐚 Inspired by The Map of the Grand Canyons of La Jolla, their work brings together creativity, sustainability, and a love for our ocean.

At their exhibit, you can look forward to:
♻️ Explore recycled marine sculptures made from creative, ocean-inspired materials
🎨 Add to a collaborative mural and become part of the artwork
🖨️ Try an ocean-themed printmaking station and make your own creation
🌊 Discover how art can inspire ocean awareness and sustainability

Come admire, create, and celebrate the ocean through the eyes of our next generation of artists! 💙🎨

Discover how science, marine life, and environmental stewardship come together with Stewards of the Sea at Walter Munk D...
10/03/2026

Discover how science, marine life, and environmental stewardship come together with Stewards of the Sea at Walter Munk Day!

🌊🔬 Explore the Navy’s environmental initiatives while getting a closer look at the incredible anatomy of marine animals.

At their booth, you can look forward to:
🦴 Explore a comparative anatomy display featuring skulls from different marine species
🌊 Discover fascinating adaptations and what marine anatomy can tell us about life in the ocean
♻️ Learn about shipboard waste reduction with an interactive plastic puck
📚 Take home educational materials and keep exploring!

Come get curious, discover some amazing marine adaptations, and learn more about caring for our ocean environment! 💙⚓

Get ready to learn all about the harbor seals and sea lions that call La Jolla home with the Club Seal Society! 🌊🦭 Thei...
10/03/2026

Get ready to learn all about the harbor seals and sea lions that call La Jolla home with the Club Seal Society! 🌊🦭 Their all-volunteer docent team helps the community discover, appreciate, and protect these amazing animals.

At their booth, you can look forward to:
🦴 Touch real seal or sea lion pelts and skulls
🌎 Explore educational posters and see if you can spot La Jolla’s harbor seals and sea lions
🧠 Test your marine mammal knowledge with fun games and trivia
🎨 Color your favorite marine mammals with fun activity pages

Come get curious about our local seals and sea lions—and learn how we can help protect them! 💙🦭

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