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The Maritime Aquarium : Fly the Nest this Long Weekend by Taking a Trip to The Maritime Aquarium!

Arts and Entertainment

February 20, 2023

From: The Maritime Aquarium

Make this Holiday Weekend Count

Visit this weekend to take advantage of all

The Maritime Aquarium has to offer ...

Get involved in the Great Backyard Bird Count by making a free ice cream cone bird feeder, playing a fun matching game and more.

Meet Pinniped Cove's newest residents – Gracie and Feisty – during Seal Feeding Demonstrations at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 & 3:30 p.m. daily.

Gently touch a variety of shark and ray species – and even get the chance to feed our rays – during a stop at our Shark & Ray Touch Pool.

Toddlers are invited to play the role of marine explorers, conservationists and animal-care specialists in our Sea & Discover Zone!

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Kids ages 6 -15 can dive in and explore the fantastic ocean of wonder at our summer camp. Our sessions integrate science with art and literature to deepen children's understanding of animals and the environment. 

Young campers will explore the wonders of the ocean world through fun stories and games. Older explorers will learn how technology and engineering can solve complex environmental problems like water pollution, marine debris, and storm resiliency.

Act fast! Register by February 28 for a $50 discount off total tuition with promo code EARLY2023

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Apply Now to Become an Aquarium Volunteer

Applications Accepted Now Through March 3!

Individuals 18 years old and over are invited to apply for our Gallery Ambassador Adult Volunteer program that will allow you to interact with guests of all ages while teaching them about our conservation work, helping them touch animals like jellies and crabs, and assisting guests in feeding the cow nose stingrays.

Volunteering at the Aquarium is a very rewarding experience and includes benefits such as membership, discounts, professional learning opportunities, rewards and recognition programs!

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Don't Miss This Month's Seal-Spotting & Birding Cruises

Grab your binoculars and join us on a Seal-Spotting & Birding Cruise this month as we seek out animals spending the winter in Long Island Sound including harbor seals, gray seals, buffleheads, mergansers, long-tailed ducks, and red-throated loons. Choose from:

Saturday, February 18

Saturday, February 25

Sunday, February 26 

During these two-hour cruises, Aquarium educators will be on hand to identify these species and discuss their natural histories.

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Thursday, February 23 is the tenth and final Fairfield County Giving Day! We have 24 hours to bring our community together to support The Maritime Aquarium’s living exhibits, environmental education programs, and conservation initiatives. 

Give where you live by donating during this 24-hour online fundraising competition. Every gift counts!  

Click Here to Show Your Support on Giving Day