South Coast Region CAEP: Classroom Aquarium Education Program

Serving Los Angeles, Orange, San Diego, Santa Barbara, and Ventura counties

Overview

Learn more about the Classroom Aquarium Education Program

How to Get Involved

Teachers: The first step in getting started is to attend a free workshop. The workshop is required for participation in the program. Many teachers obtain grant money or funding through other sources for the equipment needed.

Volunteers: Help is needed in a variety of ways including delivering eggs to schools, classroom presentations, and assisting with field trips. Angling Clubs and other organizations may donate their time and/or resources.

Teacher Training Workshops

Completion of a teacher training workshop is required for participation in the program.

Date Time Location Free Workshop
8/27/2023 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Virtual Workshop (registration required):
August 27 Workshop Registration
Yes
9/24/2023 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Virtual Workshop (registration required):
September 24 Workshop Registration
Yes
12/3/2023 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Virtual Workshop (registration required):
December 3 Workshop Registration
Yes

Egg Deliveries

Eggs will be available in fall 2023 and winter 2023. Certified teachers, please submit your 772 application (PDF) via scanned email attachment (PDF format) to Abram.Tucker@wildlife.ca.gov. Deadlines for applications are listed below.

  • Fall 2023 Trout Session Deadline: September 29, 2023
  • Winter 2023 Trout Session: December 1, 2023

Contact

For more information, please contact Abram.Tucker@wildlife.ca.gov.

Sport Fish Restoration

South Coast Region (Region 5)
Regional Manager: Erinn Wilson-Olgin
Main Office: 3883 Ruffin Road, San Diego, CA 92123
Email the South Coast Region | (858) 467-4201 | FAX: (858) 467-4299