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Student Eco-Ambassadors (S.E.A) Program

Travel with us from the Aquarium of the Pacific to the coast of Oaxaca, Mexico!

Students walk away towards sunrise on a beach.

Students on a sunrise patrol for hatchlings along the protected beach of Playa Escobilla. Credit: Aquarium of the Pacific

The Aquarium of the Pacific’s Student Eco Ambassadors (SEA) focuses on current global conservation issues, while providing participants a unique opportunity to travel abroad. Participants will travel to Oaxaca to take part in an exciting conservation expedition. Please join us on this once-in-a-lifetime journey that blends volunteering, science, and leadership curriculum together with globetrotting adventure!

Learn

  • Hands on research and field experience.
  • Sea Turtle conservation and field techniques
  • Cultural marine perspectives
  • Workplace and leadership skills.

Highlights

  • Work with Aquarium staff and conservation experts while participating in hands on marine conservation
  • Survey sea turtle nesting beaches
  • Take part in current research projects
  • Immerse yourself in the culture and connect with local communities

Program Details

Form Deadline: July 1st, 2024
Age: 15-17
Pre-travel Meeting: Sunday, November 17
Oaxaca Travel: November 23- November 30
Program Cost: $4,000

Information Meetings:

We will be hosting informational meetings. If you are interested in learning more, please fill out this application form.

For more information, please contact Volunteer Services at volunteen@lbaop.org.

Olive Ridley female turtle laying eggs on a beach at night

An Olive Ridley female turtle in a trance-like state while laying her eggs, allowing students to observe at a safe distance. Credit: Aquarium of the Pacific

hundreds of olive Ridley hatchlings under a red light making their way to the ocean

Hundreds of Olive Ridley hatchlings making their way to the ocean. Credit: Aquarium of the Pacific

Group of students pose by a turtle nest

Students proudly gather around a newly buried turtle egg nest in the protected hatchery at Barra De La Cruz, supporting the work of local scientists. Credit: Aquarium of the Pacific

Students gathered around a table outside to make tamales

To share a taste of local cuisine, community members invite the students to make traditional chepil tamales. Credit: Aquarium of the Pacific

Students watch a sunset over the ocean

Students reflecting on their trip, watching the sunset on their last night at Punta Cometa in Mazunte, Oaxaca. Credit: Aquarium of the Pacific

Volunteering at the Aquarium

The Aquarium owes much of its success to our dedicated and committed volunteer staff. You can be part of that story by joining our team in one of the many volunteer or intern programs that we offer throughout the Aquarium.