A Fish-ful of February Events
Ready to get involved? This month’s activities are packed with exciting opportunities to engage with local community members, learn more about our oceans and participate in beach cleanups!
>> What’s the most amazing place you’ve probably never heard of? Learn where it is and why it’s so special on February 5 at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Experts will discuss Advancing Conservation in the Most Amazing Place You’ve Probably Never Heard Of!
>> Enjoy the many fish of the sea at the Aquarium of the Pacific’s Valentine’s Day Late Night & Dinner with a special someone or the whole family on February 14. It’s sure to leave you swooning for more!
>> Interested in making a difference regularly? Connect with community members at Will Rogers State Beach on February 15 for the Nothin’ But Sand beach cleanup. They meet every month!
>> It’s whale watching time! Visit the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium on February 15-16 for their annual Whale of a Weekend to celebrate the migration of grey whales! FCEC will be at the celebration all weekend long, so stop by to play our fishing game and learn how to identify the 5 Do Not Consume fish!
>> February is African American History month! Join the Aquarium of the Pacific in celebrating the rich cultures of African Americans and Africans at the African American Festival on February 22-23.
>> Concerned about safe fish to eat? Participate in the Sustainable Seafood Solutions: A Panel Discussion on February 27 at Loyola Marymount University.
And if that’s not enough to keep busy, check out the FCEC calendar of events for ways to get involved all month long!
*Photo courtesy Muddy Matches.