Dauphin Island Sea Lab Beach, Dune and Maritime Forest Excursions
Wed, Jul 13
|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
Jul 13, 2022, 9:45 AM – 12:15 PM CDT
Dauphin Island Sea Lab, 102 Bienville Blvd, Dauphin Island, AL 36528, USA
About the Event
Location: Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab
For All Ages (Children 18 and under must be accompanied by an adult)
Program Cost: $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.
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…