A FREE event for the general public.
MBARI's next Open House will be on
Saturday - September 12, 2009
Noon to 5:00 p.m.
The MBARI open house will feature science and technology exhibits, displays of deep-sea video from Monterey Bay, research presentations, children's activities, ocean career information and much more. MBARI staff, scientists, and engineers will share their excitement about the institute's work.
Visitors can view MBARI's robotic deep-sea vehicles: our remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) Ventana and Doc Ricketts; our autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs); and our Benthic Rover-distant cousin to the Mars rovers. MBARI's three research vessels will also be at the dock with related displays. The Monterey Bay Aquarium will provide selected gift store items.
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- Where is MBARI located? MBARI is located in Moss Landing, halfway between Santa Cruz and Monterey off Highway 1. The Duke Energy Power Plant is a visible landmark to Moss Landing. From Highway 1, turn west (toward ocean) onto Moss Landing Road. Turn on Sandholdt Road and cross the bridge. MBARI is on the west side of the road. Directions
- Is parking available? Limited free public parking is available along the streets. There is also public parking at the Moss Landing Harbor District within walking distance (parking fee required payable at Harbor District).
- Are restrooms
available?
Yes, there are public restrooms. - Are there picnic areas?
Yes, there are several benches around MBARI that you can use to picnic with your family. MBARI also has access points to the beach. - What food is available?
There are several restaurants within walking distance to MBARI. Food will not be available at MBARI. - Can I see the ships?
All three MBARI research ships will be at the dock during the event and crew from the ships will be available to answer your questions. -
Can I board the ships?
Due to Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Coast Guard regulations the public will not be able to board the ships.
- When should I arrive?
The Open House begins at 12:00 noon and ends at 5:00 p.m. Because much of the setup occurs in the morning prior to opening, we ask that people refrain from coming ahead of time. The exhibits and activities will be available at 12:00 noon. - What presentations are planned for the Pacific Forum?
Below are the topics presented in 2008.
Noon
Fathom the Oceans
Susan Von Thun, Research Technician
12:30
Flying the Deep
Bryan Schaefer, ROV Pilot/Technician
1:00
Boisterous Blooms
John Ryan, Observational Oceanographer
1:30
Seamount Sanctuary
Craig McClain, Postdoctoral Fellow
2:00
Instrumental Inventions
Jim Birch, Instrumentation Group Lead
2:30
Jumbo Squid Invasion
Christine Huffard, Postdoctoral Fellow
3:00
Seamount Sanctuary (repeat)
Craig McClain, Postdoctoral Fellow
3:30
Boisterous Blooms (repeat)
John Ryan, Observational Oceanographer
4:00
Creative Tools for Science
Larry Bird, Mechanical Engineering Technician
4:30
Why the Ocean Matters
Linda Kuhnz, Senior Research Technician
For information or to receive an announcement for our next Open House: openhouse@mbari.org.