DAUPHIN ISLAND BEACH EXCURSION

The Dauphin Island Sea Lab will host an outdoor excursion to various local marine ecosystems on Friday, Oct. 23, from 9:45 a.m. to noon at the Alabama Aquarium. This educational event will focus on native plants and the benefits of an intact dune system. Participants will see many coastal animals and will use nets and critter catchers to get an up-close look at any creatures found on the excursion. This event is open to all ages. Admission is $15 per person, which includes a $2 discount on Alabama Aquarium admission. For more information, go to www.disl.edu/events/beach-excursion.