Translating the Tides 2016, a BayLines Original Article

It is with great pride that we share with you our 16th annual Translating the Tides collection. This collection of poetry and artwork was designed by students who, through the Marine Science Institute’s hands on programs, directly encountered the wildlife of the San Francisco Bay, Pacific Coast, and Delta. Their beautiful work expresses not only what they have learned during our programs, but their new found appreciation of these aquatic habitats.

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 The 2014-2015 Translating the Tides artwork has been transformed into a printable 5×7 calendar and is available for download here

printable download

 

Translating the Tides is a creative contest run by Marine Science Institute (MSI) for students in grades kindergarten through college who participate in MSI’s hands-on marine science education programs.

Translating the Tides is a wonderful opportunity for students to express, in their own voices, what they have learned and what they want others to know about our aquatic environments.

 

 

 

We invite you to keep in mind the significant
and tangible impact your donation will make for students.

This article was featured in our BayLines Winter Edition 2015-2016.

Marine Science Institute is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) not for profit organization
©2015. All Rights Reserved

Kids Ocean Day 2015, a BayLines Original Article

The Marine Science Institute is excited to take part in the 22nd annual Kids Ocean Day Adopt-A-Beach Clean-Up. This clean-up unites students along California’s coast, from Humboldt County to San Diego, in a project that is relevant, interactive and empowering.

Over the next few months, MSI’s instructors will visit schools in San Francisco and Marin to teach students, through engaging assemblies and classroom visits, about their important role in keeping our water clean and healthy. Students will see how every neighborhood is connected to the ocean and how communities near and far are connected through the watershed. Everyone can impact the marine environment and make a positive change, and participants in Adopt-A-Beach will be empowered to do so right here in the Bay Area.

On May 8, more than 500 students will converge on Ocean Beach in San Francisco to participate in a huge beach clean-up. This fun field trip will not only bolster the lessons learned at school, but will also motivate students to put these lessons into action by taking part in this statewide, hands-on project. As a final celebration of the students’ achievement, a photograph will be taken by helicopter of the students on the beach as they form the image of a leopard shark and the words ”Unite for the Sea.”

This program is made possible by grants and donations from:

This article is featured in our BayLines Spring Edition 2015.

BayLines Spring Edition 2015

Marine Science Institute is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) not for profit organization
©2015. All Rights Reserved

Volunteering Takes the Helm, a BayLines Original Article

Article submitted by Nina Blois

During the two weeks I was visiting California from Texas, I designed and painted the Open Sea mural for MSI. It is now being used as the Plankton Lab.

I was very excited when I initially heard about the project, but when I actually saw the blank nook I was supposed to paint (which is about 8′ tall and 16′ wide), I was, to be honest, a bit intimidated.

The first step, of course, was research and sketching. I decided to loosely base the mural on the Open Sea exhibit at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. For me, it is so beautiful and awe inspiring, and I wanted my mural to convey that feeling of wonder.

Planning was hard. I wanted to fit in every ocean creature that exists, but in the end, I had to narrow it down to a few favorites.

The next step was actually painting. I had never completed a project so large prior to this, and although it may seem obvious, I was still surprised at how long it took. One day I spent nearly 8 hours painting! There were many other challenges I faced while painting. Did I want the animals to be perfectly to scale? How exactly would light look in the open ocean? Figuring out each problem and progressing further really boosted my confidence.

It was so exciting to be a part of this amazing experience, from the first sketch to the last brushstroke. It taught me about patience, confidence, and how to plan and have a good work ethic. Everyone at MSI was so supportive, helpful and welcoming, and made my time there so much fun. Overall, it was an incredible experience that I will never forget.

Marine Science Institute would like to thank Nina, for submitting this article and helping to liven up our teaching areas!

Corporate and individual volunteer opportunities are always available. To learn more please visit our webpage at www.sfbaymsi.org or contact the Community Outreach Coordinator at 650-364-2760 X16 or by email volunteer@sfbaymsi.org

 

This article is featured in our BayLines Spring Edition 2015.

BayLines Spring Edition 2015

Marine Science Institute is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization ©2015. All Rights Reserved

Translating the Tides 2015 Desktop Calendar February Edition

It is with great pride that we share with you our 15th annual Translating the Tides collection. This collection of poetry and artwork was designed by students who, through the Marine Science Institute’s hands on programs, directly encountered the wildlife of the San Francisco Bay, Pacific Coast, and Delta. Their beautiful work expresses not only what they have learned during our programs, but their new found appreciation of these aquatic habitats.

The Translating the Tides 2015 artwork has been transformed into a computer
wallpaper calendar and a jewel case calendar. Both are available for download.

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February Desktop Calendar Download

Translating the Tides is a creative contest run by Marine Science Institute (MSI) for students in grades kindergarten through college who participate in MSI’s hands-on marine science education programs.

Translating the Tides is a wonderful opportunity for students to express, in their own voices, what they have learned and what they want others to know about our aquatic environments.

 FUN CALENDAR ACTIVITY!

Translating the Tides 2015 Jewel Case Calendar

Makes 2 jewel case calendars.

Download this PDF file for a complete 2015 jewel case calendar

Print it on cardstock, double-sided to save paper and cut out each calendar square

Assemble: Follow the instructions through this link

Enjoy and don’t forget to let us know how much you liked it!

Marine Science Institute is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization ©2015. All Rights Reserved

Translating the Tides 2015 Desktop Calendar January Edition

It is with great pride that we share with you our 15th annual Translating the Tides collection. This collection of poetry and artwork was designed by students who, through the Marine Science Institute’s hands on programs, directly encountered the wildlife of the San Francisco Bay, Pacific Coast, and Delta. Their beautiful work expresses not only what they have learned during our programs, but their new found appreciation of these aquatic habitats.

The Translating the Tides 2015 artwork has been transformed into a computer
wallpaper calendar and a jewel case calendar. Both are available for download.

This slideshow requires JavaScript.

January Desktop Calendar Download

  

Translating the Tides is a creative contest run by Marine Science Institute (MSI) for students in grades kindergarten through college who participate in MSI’s hands-on marine science education programs.

Translating the Tides is a wonderful opportunity for students to express, in their own voices, what they have learned and what they want others to know about our aquatic environments.

 FUN CALENDAR ACTIVITY!

Translating the Tides 2015 Jewel Case Calendar

Makes 2 jewel case calendars.

Download this PDF file for a complete 2015 jewel case calendar

Print it on cardstock, double-sided to save paper and cut out each calendar square

Assemble: Follow the instructions through this link

Enjoy and don’t forget to let us know how much you liked it!

Translating the Tides 2015 Desktop Calendar

It is with great pride that we share with you our 15th annual Translating the Tides collection. This collection of poetry and artwork was designed by students who, through the Marine Science Institute’s hands on programs, directly encountered the wildlife of the San Francisco Bay, Pacific Coast, and Delta. Their beautiful work expresses not only what they have learned during our programs, but their new found appreciation of these aquatic habitats.

The Translating the Tides 2015 artwork has been transformed into a computer
wallpaper calendar and a jewel case calendar. Both are available for download.

This slideshow requires JavaScript.

December Desktop Wallpaper Download

 

Translating the Tides is a creative contest run by Marine Science Institute (MSI) for students in grades kindergarten through college who participate in MSI’s hands-on marine science education programs.

Translating the Tides is a wonderful opportunity for students to express, in their own voices, what they have learned and what they want others to know about our aquatic environments.

 

 

 FUN CALENDAR ACTIVITY!

Translating the Tides 2015 Jewel Case Calendar

Makes 2 jewel case calendars.

Download this PDF file for a complete 2015 jewel case calendar

Print it on cardstock, double-sided to save paper and cut out each calendar square

Assemble: Follow the instructions through this link

Enjoy and don’t forget to let us know how much you liked it!

Desktop Calendar December

December’s Translating the Tides Winner!

CONGRATULATIONS LAYLA!

December Calendar

Layla has won a family membership to the Marine Science Institute, and Laylas’ classroom has been awarded $100 to go towards another exciting program here at MSI!

Translating the tides is a contest where students are presented with the opportunity to win scholarships for their school and family memberships for themselves by showcasing what they have learned by sharing artwork or poetry with us and their program sponsors.

Every month MSI shares a new original calendar download.

Click, save, make desktop background and ENJOY!

Desktop Calendar November

November’s Translating the Tides Winner!

CONGRATULATIONS JOY!

Food Web

Joy has won a family membership to the Marine Science Institute, and Joys’ classroom has been awarded $100 to go towards another exciting program here at MSI!

Translating the tides is a contest where students are presented with the opportunity to win scholarships for their school and family memberships for themselves by showcasing what they have learned by sharing artwork or poetry with us and their program sponsors.

Every month MSI shares a new original calendar download.

Click, save, make desktop background and ENJOY!

Stewardship Monday: Craft for critters

What better way to show the world that sharks are your friends, than to create fun shark-themed crafts?

There are so many great ideas out there, but here are a couple of my favorites using recycled materials:

CLICK HERE to make a craft and use it to teach your friends about shark skin!

A steward’s crafts have so many possible functions—they can reuse or upcycle materials, make a statement, teach, and of course decorate!

Share your favorite shark craft in the comments section!

Desktop Calendar October

October’s Translating the Tides Winner!

CONGRATULATIONS ALEXIS!

Tide Pool Expedition

Alexis has won a family membership to the Marine Science Institute, and Alexis’ classroom has been awarded $100 to go towards another exciting program here at MSI!

Translating the tides is a contest where students are presented with the opportunity to win scholarships for their school and family memberships for themselves by showcasing what they have learned by sharing artwork or poetry with us and their program sponsors.

Every month MSI shares a new original calendar download.

Click, save, make desktop background and ENJOY!