Field Trips to Crystal Cove: Hands-On Science in a Living Classroom
Inspire the Next Generation of Scientists and Engineers—One Field Trip at a Time
Bring your students to Crystal Cove State Park for unforgettable, NGSS-aligned, hands-on learning in coastal ecology, marine biology, environmental engineering, and conservation.
We believe every student deserves the chance to learn outside the classroom. Thanks to generous donors and partners, we offer our programs at no cost to schools and transportation scholarships are available.
Why choose a field trip with The Conservancy?
Grades Served: K–College
Standards-Aligned: NGSS + History–Social Science
Hands-On Learning: Real science, real data
Stunning Location: Crystal Cove State Park
Equity Focused: Our field trip programs are free and transportation scholarships are available for schools
What do students do at Crystal Cove State Park and STATE MARINE PROTECTED AREA?
Be environmental scientists and engineers for the day.
Explore tidepools, beaches, backcountry trails, and the Pacific Ocean.
Investigate environmental challenges and propose innovative solutions.
Collect real environmental data to support ongoing environmental monitoring efforts.
Build and test models.
Gain hands-on experience with technology that is advancing our understanding of the environment and conservation.
Field Trips
The Trouble with Trash
K-2 | Environmental Engineering
Enhanced Whale Watching
1-6 | Marine Biology
Project Crystal
4-6 | Restoration Ecology
Project Crystal Code
6-8 | Restoration Ecology
Coastal Dynamics
7-12 | Environmental Engineering
MPA Expedition
7-12 | Marine Biology
To join us or learn more, please visit:
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Book a Field Trip
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Connect with a Conservancy Education Manager