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World Ocean Day – Workshop for Kids and Teens

Join the Institut français d'Ecosse for a fun and educational workshop to celebrate World Ocean Day on Saturday 7th June!

World Ocean Day – Workshop for Kids and Teens

About World Ocean Day – Workshop for Kids and Teens

7th June 2025
1pm
Institut francais d Ecosse
Institut français d'Ecosse West Parliament Square, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1RF
£10 for the Captain Paul Watson Foundation (CPWF) charity
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Join us for a fun and educational workshop to celebrate World Ocean Day! The participants will explore the wonders of the ocean through interactive discussions on the importance of the ocean and protecting marine biodiversity, marine-themed crafts and other fun activities.

A donation of £10 in cash will be requested for the Captain Paul Watson Foundation (CPWF) charity before starting the workshop.

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