How Do You Survive In A Tide Pool?
The tide pool is a microcosm of the ocean’s life and wonders, providing an array of organisms with nutrients and a moderate level of protection. For people, the tide pool’s sharp rocks and slippery surfaces make the environment a little bit trickier to survive in. Head to the tide pools at the low tide so you reduce your chances of being swept away by high seas. Check the surf conditions before you go out so you don’t end up getting drenched by waves that crash against the rocks that form the tide pool. Wear rubber-soled shoes or hiking boots in the tide pools so your feet survive the sharp surfaces and you stay upright the whole time. A pair of hiking gaiters is also a good way to keep your feet and pants dry, making you more stable on your feet. Find yourself a bite to eat if you start to get hungry or are faced with starvation. Look out for small tide pool fish (also known as intertidal fish) such as sculpies. Also keep an eye out for sea cucumbers which look like large, darker vers
