FoldingGuides™ – Tidepools of the California Coast

Your Pocket Guide to California's Incredible Tidepool Life

The Tidepools of the California Coast FoldingGuide™ is a durable, waterproof field guide designed to help you identify and learn about the fascinating marine life found along California's rocky shoreline.

Whether you're exploring tidepools after a dive, visiting the coast with family, teaching marine science, or simply curious about the creatures living between the tides, this guide provides quick, easy-to-understand information in a compact format that travels anywhere.

Why We Love It

Perfect for California Divers
Many of the animals we see underwater begin their lives in tidepool habitats. This guide helps connect what you see on shore to what you encounter while diving.

Waterproof and Beach-Proof
Designed to withstand wet conditions, sandy beaches, and outdoor adventures.

Easy Identification in the Field
Beautiful illustrations and clear descriptions make identifying marine life simple and enjoyable.

Great Educational Tool
Perfect for families, students, marine science enthusiasts, and divers looking to learn more about California's coastal ecosystems.

Compact and Travel Friendly
Fits easily into a dive bag, backpack, glove compartment, or beach tote.

Key Features

• Covers California's cold-water tidepool ecosystems
• Includes species from Santa Barbara to the California-Oregon border
• Covers splash zone through subtidal habitats
• Waterproof and beach-proof construction
• Durable laminated design
• Full-color illustrations
• Quick-reference format
• Compact folding design
• Made in the USA

Ideal For

• Scuba divers
• Snorkelers
• Beachcombers
• Marine life enthusiasts
• Nature lovers
• Students and educators
• California coastal travelers
• Families exploring tidepools

Created by a Marine Science Expert

Illustrations and text by Val Kells, a respected marine science illustrator and co-author of several coastal fish field guides published by Johns Hopkins University Press.

The guide combines scientific accuracy with beautiful artwork, making it both educational and enjoyable to use.

What You'll Discover

Learn to identify:

• Sea stars
• Sea anemones
• Crabs
• Mussels
• Limpets
• Snails
• Sea slugs
• Urchins
• Shore fishes
• And many other California coastal species

Specs

Title: Tidepools of the California Coast

Format: FoldingGuide™ Waterproof Field Guide

Coverage Area: Santa Barbara, California to the California-Oregon Border

Construction: Waterproof Laminated Guide

UPC: 740620905940

ISBN: 9781621263548

SKU: TPC-122 (F116)

Made In: USA

Blue Holic Tip 🌊

One of the best ways to become a better diver is to learn more about the ecosystem above the waterline too. Spend a few minutes exploring a tidepool before your next California dive, and you'll gain a deeper appreciation for many of the animals that make our local waters so special.