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It's About Tide Beginning January 7, nature lovers will have the opportunity to explore San Diego's local tide pools with a naturalist from Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego with the return of Tidepooling Adventures. Guests will hear about the incredible animals that live in the intertidal zone, those rocky spots that are exposed during low tide. In addition, attendees will learn how to safely navigate slippery rocks and spot the most elusive creatures in this rugged environment. Though often mistaken as lifeless, tide pools are actually home to unique and specialized creatures such as snails, mussels, urchins, sea stars, and small fish. "We are fortunate to have such a unique habitat so close to us," says Cari Paulenich, who leads outdoor programming for Birch Aquarium. "Tidepooling is a great outdoor activity that allows us to observe amazing animals. Through responsible tidepooling practices, our exploration of these barnacle-covered rocks and piles of seaweed brings a whole new appreciation for this rugged habitat." Tidepooling Adventures take place at Dike Rock, north of Scripps Pier in La Jolla, and False Point in Bird Rock. Tickets are $20 for aquarium members and $25 for nonmembers; pre-purchase is required. aquarium.ucsd.edu TIDEPOOLING ADVENTURES: PHOTO BY JORDANN TOMASEK MEOW Bianca is a gorgeous 5-year-old Domestic Short Hair who can be quite shy at first, and would do best in a calm household without young children. Once she's comfortable, Bianca is a sweet gal who loves to be pet by her trusted humans. Bianca is available for adoption at SDHS' Oceanside Campus for cats at 572 Airport Rd. Adoption fee: $65 MEOW Coal is a sweet 7-month-old Short Hair blend who may be shy in new situa- tions, but once he gets to know you, Coal will love to seek your attention! He loves to run around and explore — he'll be a constant companion. Adoption fee: $145 WOOF Melvin is a 2-year-old Lab blend who spreads joy to everyone he meets. He's very smart and has become confident, independent, and ready to find his forever family. Melvin would love a home with a yard and a family to take him on long walks to explore. Adoption fee: $42 WOOF Bruno is a 1½-year-old, 63-pound Basset Hound/Belgian Malinois mix who was adopted, then lived in an apartment with his family for six months. They returned him, explaining that Bruno needs more space and more exercise than they were able to provide for him. Adoption fee: $145 ADOPTABLE PETS HELEN WOODWARD ANIMAL CENTER Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchip, a free veterinary exam certificate and a dog license if residing in a city contracted by SDHS. For more information, visit sdhumane.org/adopt. Adoption fee includes microchip identification and registration fee. Pets have been spayed or neutered and have up-to-date vaccinations. 858.756.4117, ext. 1, animalcenter.org Adoption fee includes microchip identification. Pets have been spayed or neutered, examined for good health & temperament, and have up-to-date vaccinations. 760.753.6413, sdpets.org RANCHO COASTAL HUMANE SOCIETY SAN DIEGO HUMANE SOCIETY WOOF Zeus is a handsome 8-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier Mix who knows multiple commands and is housebroken. Zeus has become a staff and volunteer favorite, but would love a home to call his own before he hits the one year mark at SDHS in February. Adoption fee: $0 (Sponsored by Purina) Focus family ranchandcoast.com 30 JANUARY 2023 RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE MEOWEtain is a 7½-year-old, 13-pound Domestic Medium Hair cat with a Brown Tabby coat. She's named after the mythological maiden, Etain, renowned for her beauty. Etain was transferred to RCHS from a rescue partner in Riverside County in 2019 through FOCAS (Friends of County Animal Shelters.) She's ready for her forever home. Adoption fee: $75