MacKerricher State Park
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Take a dive into the world of the Harbor Seal at MacKerricher State Park! Watch this video to find out what to expect!
Students will explore the similarities and differences between humans and these astounding marine mammals. Students will observe and identify what crucial adaptations ensure their survival in the cold Pacific waters of northern California.
While we discuss the life of a Harbor Seal, we will take a look at the MacKerricher State Marine Conservation Area and learn how this Marine Protected Area (MPA) ensures the health and safety of these marvelous marine mammals.
Keep reading to discover our On-Demand programs and K-12 educational resources from MacKerricher State Park!
Resources
Harbor Seal Adaptations! – 05/22/2025 09:00 AM
Students virtually visit MacKerricher State Park to explore the similarities and differences between humans and marine mammals, specifically the Harbor Seal! Students will observe and...
Harbor Seal Adaptations! – 03/12/2025 11:00 AM
Students virtually visit MacKerricher State Park to explore the similarities and differences between humans and marine mammals, specifically the Harbor Seal! Students will observe and...
Harbor Seal Adaptations! – 04/28/2025 09:00 AM
Students virtually visit MacKerricher State Park to explore the similarities and differences between humans and marine mammals, specifically the Harbor Seal! Students will observe and...
“The Snail and the Whale” Story Time – 06/06/2025 10:00 AM
Join Interpreter Kat in MacKerricher State Park to read the story book “The Snail and the Whale” by Julia Donaldson! Students will meet a snail...
“The Snail and the Whale” Story Time – 05/09/2025 09:00 AM
Join Interpreter Kat in MacKerricher State Park to read the story book “The Snail and the Whale” by Julia Donaldson! Students will meet a snail...
“The Snail and the Whale” Story Time! – 02/24/2025 09:00 AM
Join Interpreter Kat in MacKerricher State Park to read the story book “The Snail and the Whale” by Julia Donaldson! Students will meet a snail...
“The Snail and the Whale” Story Time! – 04/24/2025 11:30 AM
Join Interpreter Kat in MacKerricher State Park to read the story book “The Snail and the Whale” by Julia Donaldson! Students will meet a snail...
“The Snail and the Whale” Story Time! – 01/23/2025 10:30 AM
Join Interpreter Kat in MacKerricher State Park to read the story book “The Snail and the Whale” by Julia Donaldson! Students will meet a snail...
Harbor Seal Adaptations! – 01/16/2025 09:00 AM
Students virtually visit MacKerricher State Park to explore the similarities and differences between humans and marine mammals, specifically the Harbor Seal! Students will observe and...
Harbor Seal Adaptations! – 06/03/2025 08:00 AM
Students virtually visit MacKerricher State Park to explore the similarities and differences between humans and marine mammals, specifically the Harbor Seal! Students will observe and...
Harbor Seal Adaptations! – 02/19/2025 01:00 PM
Students virtually visit MacKerricher State Park to explore the similarities and differences between humans and marine mammals, specifically the Harbor Seal! Students will observe and...
“The Snail and the Whale” Story Time!
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Marine Mammal Adaptations at Mac Kerricher State Park!
Join us in Mac Kerricher State Park to learn about marine mammal adaptations and marine protected areas. California State Parks Interpreter Kat teaches us about...
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MacKerricher State Park
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Harbor Seal Adaptations!
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