Naturalist Trip - Golden Gardens

We'll start our intertidal exploration by first discussing tides, intertidal habitat and then make our way down to the beach. We'll explore different habitats including seagrass beds, seaweed covered shores and rocks in search of marine life. This beach offers the opportunity discuss the different intertidal zones and explore the organisms found in each. 

• Remarkable -4.02' low tide at 11:35 am!
• We will start exploring ~ 2 hours before the lowest tide to allow ample time as the water rolls out to its low point.
• Please ensure you feel comfortable walking on rocky and potentially slippery, seaweed- and barnacle-covered rocks.
• Expect detailed information by email approximately 3-4 days before the trip.
• Weather

Recommended gear:

• Water-ready footwear, preferably closed toe shoes or boots to avoid sharp rocks/barnacles. Footwear should have  good tread/grip for slippery rocks. Rubber boots are good, but Sandals/Tevas are not recommended because of sharp rocks and barnacles.
• Shorts or pants that can be rolled up since we will be walking in the water, sometimes knee-deep.
• Poles if you would like more stability
• Loupe and/or camera for observing small details in marine life

• Let's meet at 9:15 am at the Golden Gardens bathhouse near the parking lot.
• Restrooms are available in the Bathhouse.
• We'll discuss tide tables and exploration etiquette before heading out to the beach.