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Ever Wonder what a Day in Life of a Marine Biologist is like?
Patrol for nests by night, snorkel and kayak by day, and release hatchlings at sunset. A
day in the life of a Marine Biologist is filled with adventure, discovery, and most of all the conservation
of endangered species like sea turtles! Participants will
learn snorkeling, kayaking, sea turtle biology, and have hands on sea turtle conservation experiences.
Sea Turtle nests usually hatch at night and the first turtles emerge in the early morning. These nests need to be escavated
later in the afternoon to free any trapped hatchlings that didn't emerge on their own. Participants will assist in excavations,
record data on nest contents, measure and care for hatchlings, and help manage hatchling releases.
Choose two-three of the following
activities: (or choose all four if you're really energetic!) All activities are lead by Marine Professionales including: Biologists, Technician, Teachers, and Master Divers. A. 8am-11am: Kayak n Snorkel expedition to the Old Port
of Todos Santos. (if conditions don't permit kayaking, we will hike into the Port) B. 10am-3pm: Sea Turtle Nest Monitoring C. 4pm-
7pm: Sea Turtle Nest Escavation & Hatchling Release D. 10pm-2am: Nest Relocation Patrols Students
will also learn about Temperature-dependent Sex Determination (TSD), and how the Incubation Greenhouse in Todos Santos
is helping increase populations and balance gender-ratios of critically endangered Pacific Leatherback sea turtles. All this
in just one day! Registration available below:.
Scholarships are available for local
students! ¡Becas
Disponibles!
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