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Today is the launch of the summer grunion run 2012 season along the Southern and Central California coast. Yesterday we met up with a grunion expert from the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, the first facility to launch a grunion program decades ago (see photos.)   He said that the Aquarium not only researches and has science labs where you sometimes can see grunion, but they also have a Grunion Greeters docent program and they offer night sessions taking people out on the beach to see grunion.

On Tuesday, June  5, 2012 at 8 p.m., watch the silvery fish come up on the beach to spawn! Learn about the interesting mating rituals and growth of this curious fish. The Aquarium opens at 8 p.m. and an auditorium program begins at 9, followed by guided observation at the beach. Warm clothing and a flashlight are recommended. $5 adults, $1 seniors, students and children. See: cabrillomarineaquarium.org

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium MEET THE GRUNION DATES 2012

• June 5 (Tuesday)
• June 21 (Thursday)
• July 20 (Friday)

In March, June and July, grunion may be collected, by hand only, by persons possessing a 2012 California Fishing License. No license is required for those under the age of 16. Closed Season: During the months of April and May, taking of grunion is not permitted.  Meet the Grunion programs are still be held during closed season, allowing observation. Cabrillo Beach will close at midnight regardless of the grunion running time.