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Empowering the next generation of ocean conservationists. The Youth Ocean Conservation Summit, launched in 2011 and held annually at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, Florida, as well as satellite locations around the world, provides youth participants the opportunity to learn from marine scientists and conservationists about current threats facing marine ecosystems, both locally and globally. …
Splash into Sarasota Bay and join Mote for some fun outdoor exploration! Participants will use dip nets to explore the nearshore seagrass beds and learn about the plants and animals that call the Bay home. This program is family-friendly and fun for participants of all ages. Who: All ages (ALL participants, adults or children, must register) …
Kayaking doesn’t get much cooler than this. Take a break from the sun and join us for an evening paddle as we explore Florida’s coastal waters at dusk. Discover the animals that bring Sarasota Bay to life at night while taking a relaxing paddle on the moonlit water. Moonlit Paddles are offered from September to …
During this experience, guests will learn about endangered species of coral that are important to Florida’s Coral Reef, and microfragment coral that will eventually be planted on nearby reefs as soon as they grow to the perfect size within the on-site coral nursery. Guests will also get an up-close view and tour of Mote’s land-based …
Rise and dive! Start your day with our sharks before the Aquarium opens to the public. You and your chums will have a great time sinking your teeth into a light continental breakfast while you learn about our favorite finned friends and Mote’s breakthrough shark research. During this program, you’ll meet our resident sharks, watch …
Fall Onsite Classes at Mote Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult which offers MEGA-lodon sized fun for you and your little one! Join us as we explore the marine environment through imaginative play, STEM activities, songs, and more. These classes take place …
On this small group tour, a Mote Educator will guide you through the morning routine at Mote Aquarium, as our biologists prep for the day. You’ll learn about your favorite sea creatures, have all of your ocean questions answered, and possibly even catch a glimpse of our animal-care team doing their morning rounds! Finally, you …
During this experience, guests will learn about endangered species of coral that are important to Florida’s Coral Reef, and microfragment coral that will eventually be planted on nearby reefs as soon as they grow to the perfect size within the on-site coral nursery. Guests will also get an up-close view and tour of Mote’s land-based …
Splash into Sarasota Bay and join Mote for some fun outdoor exploration! Participants will use dip nets to explore the nearshore seagrass beds and learn about the plants and animals that call the Bay home. This program is family-friendly and fun for participants of all ages. Who: All ages (ALL participants, adults or children, must register) …
On this small group tour, a Mote Educator will guide you through the morning routine at Mote Aquarium, as our biologists prep for the day. You’ll learn about your favorite sea creatures, have all of your ocean questions answered, and possibly even catch a glimpse of our animal-care team doing their morning rounds! Finally, you …
Meet Mote’s resident turtles! Start your encounter in our classroom and spend some quality enrichment time with our education animal ambassador terrapins, Smiley, Booger and Pearl! Then head on over to meet the sea turtles at the Ann & Alfred E. Goldstein Marine Mammal Research & Rehabilitation Center, where you’ll learn all about sea turtles …
On this small group tour, a Mote Educator will guide you through the morning routine at Mote Aquarium, as our biologists prep for the day. You’ll learn about your favorite sea creatures, have all of your ocean questions answered, and possibly even catch a glimpse of our animal-care team doing their morning rounds! Finally, you …
Meet Mote’s resident turtles! Start your encounter in our classroom and spend some quality enrichment time with our education animal ambassador terrapins, Smiley, Booger and Pearl! Then head on over to meet the sea turtles at the Ann & Alfred E. Goldstein Marine Mammal Research & Rehabilitation Center, where you’ll learn all about sea turtles …
During this experience, guests will learn about endangered species of coral that are important to Florida’s Coral Reef, and microfragment coral that will eventually be planted on nearby reefs as soon as they grow to the perfect size within the on-site coral nursery. Guests will also get an up-close view and tour of Mote’s land-based …
On this small group tour, a Mote Educator will guide you through the morning routine at Mote Aquarium, as our biologists prep for the day. You’ll learn about your favorite sea creatures, have all of your ocean questions answered, and possibly even catch a glimpse of our animal-care team doing their morning rounds! Finally, you …