Wade into the mudflats at low tide, dig your own clams, and trace them from the bay to the table.
Low tide, mudflats, rubber boots. This one gets into the science by getting into the mud.
When the tide goes out in spring, this program goes with it. Students head to the mudflats to dig for clams, learning the techniques and the science at the same time. Behavior, life history, invasive species, and plankton exploration are all woven through the day, alongside citizen science measuring that contributes to real shellfish research in Oregon.
A clam dissection gives students a closer look at what they harvested. For groups that want to take it all the way, on-site facilities allow students to cook and eat their catch, after the data has been recorded.
This program runs around the tides, so scheduling is a conversation. Our education team is happy to help find a date that works.
Program Details
Availability: April through June, some dates in September and October, low tide required
For: Kindergarten through college
Duration: 2 to 4 hours
Location: The Boathouse, Garibaldi
Includes: Clamming, dissection, plankton exploration, culinary aspects
Ready to plan a trip?
Reach out to our education team to check availability and find the right program for your group.