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Outdoor Adventures
From Tidepooling Adventures to Sunset Scripps Pier Walks, explore the natural world on an unforgettable experience led by Birch Aquarium naturalists. Advanced registration required; capacity is limited.
 
Bundle Adventure & Admission
Save more by bundling general admission and a Sunset Scripps Pier Walk.
 

Scripps Pier Walks
Regular Price: $40.00
Member Price: $30.00
Discover research conducted at Scripps Institution of Oceanography, dissect a squid, examine plankton under a microscope, learn about local shark research and more on an exclusive walking tour of Scripps Pier!
 
Participants must be ages 9 and up. All minors (ages 9 – 17) must have their own ticket and be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Children under the age of 9 (including infants and toddlers) are not permitted on the Scripps Pier under any circumstances.

Tidepooling Adventures at Scripps Beach
Regular Price: $25.00
Member Price: $20.00
Meets at Scripps Pier
Join a Birch Aquarium naturalist to explore this local tide pool and learn about its unique animals. Discover the importance of this ever-changing environment and how you can help protect these habitats.
 
All participants must be at least 6 years old on the day of the program. Minors (ages 6–17) require a ticket and must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Children under 6, including infants and toddlers, will not be able to participate in the guided tidepooling experience.

Tidepooling Adventures at False Point
Regular Price: $25.00
Member Price: $20.00
Meets at False Point
Join a Birch Aquarium naturalist to explore this local tide pool and learn about its unique animals. Discover the importance of this ever-changing environment and how you can help protect these habitats.
 
All participants must be at least 6 years old on the day of the program. Minors (ages 6–17) require a ticket and must be accompanied by a ticketed adult. Children under 6, including infants and toddlers, will not be able to participate in the guided tidepooling experience.