Experience the satisfaction and excitement of scientific discovery in the Coastal & Marine Sciences Pre-College Program. You’ll spend your two weeks with our instructor based at the UC Davis Bodega Marine Laboratory and Bodega Marine Reserve—one of the world's most biologically rich coastal and marine environments.

This engaging, experience-based program is designed to help you learn about the diverse and varied habitats of the rugged Northern California coast, while gaining insight into how human activities are impacting these ecosystems.

• Learn about the base of the ocean food web: plankton!
• Learn about the terrestrial habitats of the Bodega Marine Reserve's grasslands and dunes. 
• Discover the incredible abundance and diversity of marine life found in tide pools.
• Interact with scientists from a wide variety of coastal and marine science specialties.

For 50 years, Bodega Marine Laboratory has provided hands-on training to students who have become leaders in the fields of marine science and policy. If you're interested in marine science and conservation, the UC Davis Pre-College Program in Coastal & Marine Sciences is an unparalleled opportunity to explore these fields.