Dauphin Island Sea Lab Beach, Dune and Maritime Forest Excursions
Thu, Jun 16
|Dauphin Island Sea Lab
Discover that there is more to a barrier island than sand and water – the beach is a thriving habitat with a dynamic dune system and fascinating plants and animals, and higher elevations are covered by lush forest. We’ll walk through the maritime forest, then on to the dunes and beach.
Time & Location
Jun 16, 2022, 2:45 PM – 5:15 PM CDT
Dauphin Island Sea Lab, 102 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, USA
About the Event
Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea LabLocation:
For All Ages (Children 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult)
$12 per person. Space is limited, and reservations are required. Please note that your reservation will not be secure until you purchase your tickets through a link you will receive by email using a code provided in the same email. There’s more to a barrier island than sand and water – the beach is a thriving habitat with a dynamic dune system and fascinating plants and animals, and higher elevations are covered by lush forest. We’ll walk through the maritime forest, then on to the dunes and beach.Program Cost:
You will learn about plants that Indians and colonists used and the benefits of an intact dune system. You’ll see many coastal animals; occasional highlights include osprey, alligators, and dolphins. You’ll dig for mole crabs that live in the surf zone and…