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The red-eye medusa, Polyorchis pencillatus, is a jellyfish species named for their reddish eyespots, which line the base of their bell. They’re not true jellies, because true jellies are in the group Scyphozoa, and…
Meet wild creatures on the beach and learn about their unique habitat! Join a knowledgeable guide for a tour along Sage Beach to explore the world between the tides. You must wear closed-toed shoes and be prepared to walk, stand,…
Dr. Matt Bracken of University of California, Irvine, will be leading an intertidal beach walk Friday the 21st at Sage Beach. He has been studying intertidal communities on the west coast of the U.S., from the coast of…
At the end of this May, over twenty people of varying backgrounds found themselves working with each other on an almost entirely uninhabited island in Southeast Alaska. Members of the group hailed from across the country,…
Our very first camp, Space Travelers, drew to a close last week. Every camper had a blast throughout a busy schedule that incorporated different areas of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, mathematics). Activities included designing and testing spacesuits with materials…
Inquisitive by nature, Nancy Ricketts’s early life was filled with memories of exploring the intertidal world with her family from California to Washington. Her father, Ed Ricketts, had a specimen collecting business and would often make trips to the beach…
What mysteries lakes may hold Join University at Buffalo NY Geoscientists, Biologists, and Sitka Sound Science Center at Swan Lake, Saturday June 15th from 10am to 12pm. A soil core sample will be taken from the…
Spring in Southeast Alaska: Snow melting from mountain slopes, herring in Sitka Sound, sprouting yellow skunk cabbage in forest pools, and plants beginning to bud… Along with bright berry blossoms across Sitka’s road system,…
Our staff has grown along with our visitors and we are so excited to get to know everyone better while enjoying this busy summer season together. We’ve welcomed 7 new and returning Science Guides to help with tours of our…
Join a local group of underwater adventurers throughout the summer for hands on snorkeling experience. No snorkeling gear or experience is necessary. This adult group will meet throughout May and June per the below schedule to learn the ins and…
