Mrs. Bryant’s fourth-grade class from Silver Gate Elementary School was given an oceanfront classroom by the Marlin Club of San Diego on May 30, providing young minds with a day filled with fun and excitement. The day offered the children a chance to learn about the ocean environment and the species that live not only in this area but in the Pacific Ocean as a whole. The event involved a seminar by Capt. Bob Woodard, a Point Loma Realtor.   There was a chance for children to meet Harbor Police officers and tour patrol boats and examine squad cars. “This is exactly the kind of events we like to be involved in,” said Harbor Patrol public outreach officer Magda Fernandez. “It gives us a chance to interact with the public and be involved with the community and the children.  Another Harbor Police officer gave the students sound advice for those occasions they are around the water, offering safety tips and answering questions about the Harbor Police force and their jobs. Some of the children expressed interest in becoming police officers. There was also a marine art project, which allowed the students to do some colorful artwork. The highlight of the day came when the children got down on the docks to do some fishing. There was a huge variety of fish caught, including bass, halibut, croaker, perch and rays. All the fish were released to see another day, however. The Marlin Club hosts many such events throughout the year. Teachers and school administrators who would like to arrange for a classroom or group of children to experience this type of education may contact the club at (619) 222-8677 or Bob Woodward at (619) 227-5478.   For more information, visit www.themarlinclub.com.