Algalita’s fieldtrips foster environmental stewardship by connecting students with their watershed through real hands-on research and investigation.
Our mission is to design and deliver educational experiences that empower individuals to understand the full-scope of plastic pollution’s impact on people and the planet, while also providing tangible ways to support solutions. Our fieldtrips give students a first-hand experience to help them understand humans’ impact on the environment and an introduction into the ways synthetic materials impact society.
OUR FIELDTRIPS AT A GLANCE
- Fieldtrips may be scheduled throughout the school year, for up to 40 students.
- Our fieldtrips are open to Grades 6 and up, including college/university classes, home school, and community groups.
- Financial aid, including fee waivers and bus fee reimbursement, available by application to public schools with restrictions as funding lasts.
- Full day or half day fieldtrips available.
Please fill out our interest form for more information and to discuss scheduling options.
WHAT WE’LL INVESTIGATE
During our fieldtrips, students:
- Collect their own water samples and analyze them for microplastics
- Measure water quality in Alamitos Bay
- Conduct a trash audit and visual bio-survey of marine organisms in our urban coastal environment
- Investigate plastic pollution in beach sand to evaluate sources
- Map their watershed and sources and sinks of pollution, as well as policies and solutions addressing plastic pollution
- Discuss and view solutions at our refill shop
- Connect with the founder and scientists at our sister nonprofit’s state-accredited research laboratory
Find follow-up step-by-step action projects for students to address plastic pollution at home, school, and beyond in our Student Hub. Ask about scheduling a follow-up in-class presentation to kickstart student projects.
Based on your time constraints, grade level, and educational goals, we’ll work with you to fine-tune the fieldtrip experience.
“I love how your resources are not just about the science, they’re also about passion, love for something, creating connection.”
– Teacher at Algalita Summit
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