Floating Classroom
K-12 Education Programs
All trips can be tailored to meet your curriculum goals
and objectives.
805-642-1393
Doug Mangum
Price $43.00 Per Person
Located on the east end of the largest island off the
California Coast, Scorpion Ranch is a unique
location to study science themes such as native and
endemic organisms, introduced species, geology,
and the marine environment. Scorpion Ranch has a
long and interesting history of human activities
including the site of one of the largest Chumash
villages on the Channel Islands. Social science
themes include Native American inhabitants,
explorers, and the ranching period.
Price $42.00 Per Person
Visit some of the most pristine tidepools in Southern
California. Science themes include organism
identification, adaptation, predator/prey
relationships, and current monitoring and
preservation programs that protect this fragile
intertidal ecosystem.
Prices listed are for weekday field trips for groups of 20 or more.
Wildlife Cruise (April-December) $27 Per Person
Whale Watch (January-March) $22 Per Person
Search the Santa Barbara Channel for marine mammals
and other wildlife. With over 30 different species of
marine mammals that either visit the area seasonally or
live here year-round, there are always great
opportunities for sightings. From January through March
the focus is mainly on the migrating Pacific Gray Whales.
Science themes include migration, oceanography,
wildlife identification, and marine resources.
Price $43.00 Per Person
Education themes are similar to those described for
Scorpion Ranch with an emphasis on restoration and
conservation. More mature students and/or smaller
groups may want to include a hike on the Pelican
Trail. Considered one of the most diverse hikes on
the islands, highlights include lush native vegetation
and spectacular vistas. (Requires special permission
and release forms to visit The Nature Conservancy
property.)
Price $42.00 Per Person
A true oceanic island with 360 degree views of the
ocean, East Anacapa is known for its abundant bird
population and seasonal wildflowers. Its remote
location makes it a perfect spot to cover science
themes such as native and endemic organisms,
introduced species, and geology. Social science
themes include Native American inhabitants,
explorers, and shipwrecks.
East End, Anacapa Island - Full day trip
Frenchy's Cove, Anacapa Island - Full Day Trip
Scorpion Ranch, Santa Cruz Island - Full Day Trip
Prisoners Harbor, Santa Cruz Isl.- Full Day Trip
Santa Barbara Channel & Channel Islands
National Marine Sanctuary 1/2 Day Trip
The Local Islands
Driving Directions
Trip Preparation
The Outer Islands
Non-Landing Cruises
Main Office:
Ventura Harbor
1691 Spinnaker Drive #105B
Ventura, Ca 93001
Satellite Office:
Channel Islands Harbor
3550 Harbor Boulevard
Oxnard, CA 93035 (No Mail)
805-642-1393
805-642-6573 Fax
Info@IslandPackers.com
Office Hours
Main Office
9:AM to 5:00 PM
& One Hour Before Boat
Departure
Seven Days a Week
Satellite Office:
Open One Hour Before Boat
Departure
