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The One-Of-A-Kind Seal Watching Cruise In Connecticut That Is Pure Magic

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Looking for a way to beat the winter blues? Nothing can raise your spirits more than the adorable harbor seals that make their way to Connecticut each year. Take a seal-watching cruise to enjoy the magical winter wildlife of the Long Island Sound. There’s only a short window to catch a glimpse of these cuties so start making your plans today.

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Seal Watch Cruise at Project Oceanology

March 13, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm.

Join Project Oceanology this spring in Groton, CT for a guided tour of Long Island and Fishers Island Sounds aboard the Enviro-Lab Research Vessel. The tour will visit multiple locations for Seal watching as you learn about these unique travelers, the Harbor Seals, on their migratory journey from Maine.

The Enviro-Lab has plenty of space on deck for optimal viewing and is equipped with heated cabins and a restroom.

Departs from Avery Point, University of Connecticut, 1084 Shennecossett Rd., Groton, CT 06340

Adults $40, military (active & retired) $34, children (6-12) $25.

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Here is something for families that ranks at the top of hands-on educational experiences. Board Project Oceanology's research vessel, cruise out into Long Island Sound and set out a trawl net and plankton net. Hoist up the nets and identify the variety of creatures you have caught, under the guidance of a marine scientist. They may range from lobsters and squid to the tiniest form of life in the ocean's chain - plankton. The Enviro-Lab , Project Oceanology's 56-foot floating classroom lets you be a marine scientist. The Enviro-Lab departs from Avery Point.

Seal Watches -  Come aboard Project Oceanology's floating classroom and learn about the playful creatures that are abundant in Fisher's Island Sound. Our cruises average more than 100 sightings! Information including scheduled departures and dates is at www.oceanology.org/public-cruises

Oceanographic cruises   - For more information including scheduled departures and dates go to www.oceanology.org/public-cruises

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School Programs & Scouts- Bring your class or group on an Oceanographic Cruise on our Enviro-Lab, study Southeastern Connecticut's shoreline environment, conduct experiments and analyze field samples in our laboratories. Groups can spend a weekend night or two in Project Oceanology's waterfront hostel. Requirements towards Oceanography (Boy Scouts), Animal Habitats (Girl Scouts) and other nature and environmental badges can be incorporated into the activities. Badge counselor available.

Our Hostel - Bring your group to stay in our 56-bunk hostel! Two floors offer plenty of space with four bunks per room. For more information email [email protected]

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Join us for a 2.5-hour guided tour of Long Island and Fishers Island Sounds aboard the EnviroLab Research Vessel. We will visit multiple locations for Seal watching as you learn about these unique travelers, the Harbor Seals, on their migratory journey from Maine. The Enviro-Lab has plenty of space on deck for optimal viewing and is equipped with heated cabins and a "vessel" type restroom.

Ticket Prices: Adult: $40 / Military (Active or Retired with Valid ID): $35 / Child (Ages 6-12): $25

We do not accept walk-ons. Advanced reservations must be made, and cruise registration must be done online. If you need assistance with online registration, please contact us during office hours.

Registration closes at noon the day before a weekday cruise and noon on Friday for a weekend cruise.​

For safety, passengers must be at least 6 years old.

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Sunday, March 26 (9:30 - 12:00 PM) Saturday, April 1 (1:00 - 3:30 PM) Sunday, April 16 (1:00 - 3:30 PM) Sunday, April 30 (1:00 - 3:30 PM)

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