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EducationCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees

The Ocean Institute is a nonprofit educational organization founded in 1977 and based in Dana Point, California, at Dana Point Harbor. Its waterfront campus encompasses about 33,000 square feet and houses interactive exhibits, science laboratories, and a live collection representing more than 1,100 species native to the California Pacific Coast. The organization uses the ocean as its classroom, offering marine science and maritime history programs that connect learners with the natural world through experiences aboard its research vessel and across its campus.

Each year it serves thousands of students, families, teachers, and visitors through field trips, overnight programs, cruises and sails, summer camps, weekend experiences, and public events. Its programs cover topics such as marine science, ocean ecosystems, maritime history, conservation, and environmental stewardship, with a focus on practical, immersive learning experiences. The organization serves a broad audience through a variety of programs and experiences that emphasize engagement with marine life and maritime history.

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