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\u201cCOASTAL EXPLORATIONS \u2013 MONTEREY\u201d is designed for students in grades 5-8 (can be adapted to lower grades). This program focuses on the natural history and ecology of the Central California coast and scientific research. Students study the unique ecology of Elkhorn Slough and learn the natural history of local residents in the module \u201cLife In The Slough.\u201d \u201cElephant Seals\u201d allows students a chance to study up close the amazing world of the breeding elephant seal colony at A\u00f1o Nuevo. The module \u201cMonarch Convention\u201d focuses on the interesting life history of the monarch butterfly. Students are exposed to the exciting world of scientific research in the module \u201cQuestions\u201d at the Seymour Marine Discovery Center. 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