Stars to Sea
Immerse yourself in adventure, wildlife, and nature with our “Stars to Sea” program, offering a unique opportunity to engage in genuine community science focused on one of the world’s most elusive and captivating creatures.
The Baja Experience
Prepare for an extraordinary adventure as part of the Baja Experience—a remarkable exploration journey! An exceptional live aboard expedition in the captivating Midriff Islands of the Gulf of California. Dive into crystal-clear waters, explore vibrant marine life, and make lasting memories on this fabulous adventure.
Wilderness First Responder Certification
Experience a remarkable approach to safety training. Our hybrid Spanish/English course offers an exceptional environment to master life-saving skills. It’s a fabulous opportunity to practice communication and technical skills simultaneously, ensuring you’re prepared for any situation you might encounter.
Build-Your-Own-Adventure
Whether it’s grade school, graduate school or a yoga retreat, it’s clear that location based, immersive, field experiences in nature offer the most impactful educational experiences.
Help Us Save The Sea
At the Vermilion Sea Institute, we engage our local community alongside visiting students, scholars and researchers in science-based programs that strive to build a more sustainable future. Our interdisciplinary approach to research in ecological, cultural, economic and sociopolitical aspects of environmental issues inspires and educates our future leaders.
Local Engagement
Educating and empowering Bahía’s next generation of conservation leaders.
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Community Science
Combining adventure and immersion in nature with the opportunity to participate in meaningful marine science research.
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Education Partnerships
Hosting elementary through graduate-level educational programs that examine ecosystems from multi-disciplinary perspectives.
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Research Opportunities
Welcoming professional scientists and students alike to our facility to study the wonders of Bahía de los Ángeles.
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Blog
Read vibrant stories from the field, from nurturing conservation leaders to studying marine ecosystems.
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