Educational Group Visit - Clearwater Marine Aquarium

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(Programs can be booked at or after 10:00 A.M. Consecutive programs require a 15-minute reset period in between.)
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If you have selected either the ‘Biologist-led Classroom Program’ or ‘Biologist-led boat Program’, please be sure to scroll down to the respective category to make your specific program selections.
Biologist-led Classroom Program Selections:
- TERRIFIC TURTLES! (PRE K–5th Grade)
- MAKE WAY FOR MANATEES (PRE-K-8th Grade)
- MARINE BIOLOGY 101 (PRE-K–8th Grade)
- OPERATION: WINTER’S TAIL (K–12th Grade)
- RESCUE RESPONDERS (K–12th Grade)
- AQUARIST ADVENTURE (6th-12th Grade)
- INVESTIGATE DOLPHIN RESEARCH (6TH-12TH Grade)
- LOOK INSIDE THE SQUID! (6th–12th Grade)
- SEA YOUR FUTURE (6th–12th Grade)
Biologist-led Boat Program Selections:
- ECO ED-VENTURE BOAT TOUR
- CHARTERED DOLPHIN AND WILDLIFE TOUR
- CHARTERED SEA LIFE SAFARI BOAT TOUR
- SNORKEL ADVENTURE
If you have selected either the ‘Biologist-led Classroom Program’ or ‘Biologist-led boat Program’, please be sure to scroll down to the respective category to make your specific program selections.
TERRIFIC TURTLES! (PRE K-5th Grade)

Learn about turtle anatomy, behavior and the differences between tortoises, terrapins, and sea turtles. Understand and explore their unique adaptations, commonalities, and differences. Find out what makes these shelled reptiles so special. Learn about our residents and visit with CMA’s Russian tortoise. This program is $5.00 per participant and lasts 60 minutes.

MAKE WAY FOR MANATEES (PRE K-8th Grade)

Investigate Florida’s state marine mammal - the manatee! Learn about manatee eating habits and about their various environments. Discover the dangers they face and ways we all can help support their populations.This program is $5.00 per participant and lasts 60 minutes.

MARINE BIOLOGY 101 (K-8th Grade)

Learn marine biology 101 as you climb the phylogenetic tree and get an introduction to some of the animals that call Clearwater Marine Aquarium home. Discuss animal adaptations and strategies necessary for survival in different habitats. Examine the life cycles, environment, and feeding methodologies of various marine animals using touch to explore biofacts and live touch tank invertebrates. This program is $5.00 per student and lasts 60 minutes.

OPERATION: WINTER’S TAIL (K-12th Grade)

Learn about the chemical, biological, physical, and mathematical processes behind the most famous tail in the world. Explore Winter’s legacy and the Hanger Clinic’s process of creating a tail for an orphaned dolphin injured in a crab trap line. Though Winter is no longer with us, discover the dangers animals face due to human activities and get inspired to keep our oceans clean, recycle, and advocate for better fishing practices. This program is $5.00 per student and lasts 60 minutes.

RESCUE RESPONDERS (K-12th grade)

Discover how Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s rescue response team works to fulfill our mission of rescue, rehabilitation, and release. Focus on anatomy and conservation as your students transform into mini-rescue biologists watching over their rescued dolphins. In addition, learn about the role CMA plays in rescues with many other species, including manatees, and how we can all work together to protect and preserve these species! This program is $5.00 per student and lasts 60 minutes.
UPPER ELEMENTARY AND UP PROGRAMS
AQUARIST ADVENTURE (6th-12th Grade)

Explore the dynamic link between chemistry and biology with Clearwater Marine Aquarium! Discover firsthand the critical role of daily water quality testing in ensuring the well-being of our resident animals. Students will engage in hands-on learning as they conduct real laboratory tests, gaining practical insights into the abiotic factors that are essential for supporting the lives of our rescued and resident marine animals. This program is $5.00 per student and lasts 60 minutes.

INVESTIGATE DOLPHIN RESEARCH (6th-12th Grade)

Explore how scientists investigate the natural world through examples of dolphin research. Step into the role of a dolphin researcher as students learn about Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s efforts to better understand the wild population of dolphins in our surrounding area through dorsal fin identification. This program is $5.00 per student and lasts 60 minutes.

LOOK INSIDE THE SQUID! (6th-12th Grade)

Join us as we explore the internal and external anatomy of a squid as you participate in an interactive dissection. Learn about the special adaptations these creatures possess to help them survive and hunt in the dark. Discover the important place squid hold in the food chain and which animals enjoy squid as a part of their diet here at CMA! This program is $8.00 per student and lasts one hour.

SEA YOUR FUTURE: CAREERS AT THE AQUARIUM (6th-12th Grade)

Dive into an exciting journey with an exclusive look at aquarium careers. Learn about Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s research and conservation programs, education initiatives, and animal husbandry. Discover the various paths you can take to work at a fully operational marine animal hospital and start planning your future in marine biology! .This program is $5.00 per student and lasts 60 minutes.
BIOLOGIST-LED BOAT PROGRAMS
ECO ED-VENTURE BOAT TOUR

Embark on an unforgettable voyage of marine discovery aboard a Clearwater Marine Aquarium boat! Our immersive marine science curriculum invites students to explore the wonders of the ocean Explore Clearwater Bay as we look at the estuary environment and make observations about the animals that call an estuary home. Led by a marine biologist, students will learn about marine ecosystems and how to protect them, fostering a deep understanding and appreciation for the precious underwater world. 60-minute tour; $300 per vessel, 38 passenger capacity

CHARTERED DOLPHIN AND WILDLIFE TOUR

Explore Clearwater Bay during this 60-minute eco-boat cruise. Learn about members of our local dolphin population, travel around a bird sanctuary island, and view seasonal local wildlife. 60-minute tour; $300 per vessel, 38 passenger capacity

CHARTERED SEA LIFE SAFARI BOAT TOUR

Join us for a 90-minute scenic eco-boat cruise around our local estuary. Be a part of citizen science, and observe data collection in action, as we perform a net pull and conduct a “show and tell” onboard of sea creatures found in the grass beds and sand flats of the bay. Get your feet wet at a local shell island and collect seashells.* See local wildlife above and below the water! *Island stop may be canceled due to weather or inaccessibility, and boat routes may be altered by captain at any time. 90-minute tour; $375 per vessel, 38 passenger capacity

SNORKEL ADVENTURE

Hop aboard Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s education vessels for an immersive experience. Custom adventures include a 2-hour-long snorkel experience, as well as a narrated scenic trip by one of our Biologists. During the snorkeling adventure, students/guests can get up close with many of the area’s intertidal animals within the protected waters of Clearwater Bay. Sea urchins, crabs, sea stars, and snails are among the common finds. We customize this program to each age group so you are always within standing depth water. You will need to provide your own snorkeling gear, closed-toe water shoes, and towels. Dependent on weather and water conditions.120-minute tour; $25.00 per person, 38 passenger capacity
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TERRIFIC TURTLES! (PRE K-5th Grade)

MAKE WAY FOR MANATEES (PRE K-8th Grade)

MARINE BIOLOGY 101 (K-8th Grade)

OPERATION: WINTER’S TAIL (K-12th Grade)

RESCUE RESPONDERS (K-12th grade)

UPPER ELEMENTARY AND UP PROGRAMS

AQUARIST ADVENTURE (6th-12th Grade)

INVESTIGATE DOLPHIN RESEARCH (6th-12th Grade)

LOOK INSIDE THE SQUID! (6th-12th Grade)

SEA YOUR FUTURE: CAREERS AT THE AQUARIUM (6th-12th Grade)

BIOLOGIST-LED BOAT PROGRAMS

ECO ED-VENTURE BOAT TOUR

CHARTERED DOLPHIN AND WILDLIFE TOUR

CHARTERED SEA LIFE SAFARI BOAT TOUR

SNORKEL ADVENTURE

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