Field Learning Activities
There were several supplemental field learning activities, organized and run by outside organizations, that were available during the week of the 6IMDC. See below for details on these opportunities.
Mission Bay Beach Sunset Cleanup
Join I Love A Clean San Diego for a sunset cleanup on Mission Beach. Because of its proximity to the San Diego River and a busy commercial district, Mission Beach presents a unique opportunity to observe the types of debris that travel through San Diego to the Pacific Ocean. As volunteers remove trash, they will be encouraged to contribute to an international marine debris database by logging findings in Ocean Conservancy’s Clean Swell app.
Date | Wednesday, March 14, 2018 |
Time | 4:00 – 7:00 PM |
Location | Mission Beach |
Cost | Free |
Space | Unlimited |
Transportation | Provided, participants meet at the bus loading area in front of the Hilton lobby |
Physical activity | Walking in sand for distances up to one mile |
Registration | Join the event! |
Smog of the Sea Film Screening & Happy Hour
Join Surfrider San Diego on the evening of Wednesday, March 14, for Happy Hour at a nearby Ocean Friendly Restaurant, followed by a screening of The Smog of the Sea. This short film follows the 5 Gyres SEA Change voyage documenting microplastic pollution in the Sargasso Sea. Hear first-hand from marine scientist Markus Eriksen and other expedition participants, and join a conversation about solutions to plastic ocean pollution.
Date | Wednesday, March 14, 2018 |
Time | 5:00 – 8:45 PM |
Location | Pueblo |
Cost | Free |
Space | Limited – this event is now full. Email info@surfridersd.org with questions or to be added to waitlist. |
Transportation | Participants must coordinate their own transportation |
Physical activity | Some walking and standing; participants are encouraged to dress warmly as the activity will take place outside |
Registration | Join the event! |
Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve Tour
Join the Southwest Wetlands Interpretive Association for a guided driving tour through the Tijuana River Valley and Border Field State Park. Learn about bi-national conservation efforts to control stormwater runoff, visit a marine debris catchment basin, and witness infrastructure built from recovered debris.
Date | Wednesday, March 14, 2018 |
Time | 3:45 – 7:00 PM |
Location | Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve |
Cost | $17 per person |
Space | 70 participants – this event is now full |
Transportation | Provided, participants meet at the bus loading area in front of the Hilton lobby |
Physical activity | Short-distance walking on uneven terrain at various van stops |
Registration | Join the event! |
Working Waterfront Tour
Join the San Diego Port Tenants Association for an up-close tour of the Working Waterfront of San Diego Bay. In this region, maritime industry contributes an annual $3.5 billion to the economy and generates 12,800 jobs. The Waterfront is a powerful economic engine with high standards for sustainable practices.
Date | Wednesday, March 14, 2018 |
Time | 4:00 – 6:30 PM |
Location | Port of San Diego |
Cost | Free |
Space | 50 participants – this event is now full |
Transportation | Provided, participants meet at the bus loading area in front of the Hilton lobby |
Physical activity | Walking |
Registration | Join the event! |
Ocean Plastic Pollution Monitoring Cruise with Captain Charles Moore
Join Algalita Marine Research and Education aboard their vessel, the ORV Alguita, to collect surface and sediment microplastic samples.
Date | Wednesday, March 14, 2018 |
Time | 4:00 – 7:00 PM |
Location | Mission Bay Hyatt Regency Dock |
Cost | Free |
Space | Limited – this event is now full |
Transportation | Participants must coordinate their own transportation to the Hyatt to meet the vessel |
Physical activity | Bending, crouching; While this tour is expected to stay close to shore, the vessel will be moving slowly for sample collection so this option may not be best for those prone to seasickness |
Registration | Join the event! |
Trash Skimmer Demonstration
Join Clean Ocean Access for a demonstration of the marina trash skimmer. Learn about the skimmer technology, operational requirements, and functionality. This event will be taking place on two separate evenings during the 6IMDC.
Date | Sunday, March 11, 2018 -OR- Wednesday, March 14, 2018 |
Time | 4:00 – 5:30 PM |
Location | Half Moon Marina |
Cost | Free |
Space | 30 participants – this event is now full |
Transportation | Provided, participants meet at the bus loading area in front of the Hilton lobby |
Physical activity | Walking |
Registration | Join the event! |