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    Please note: Admission is not included in program fee.

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    Click on the calendar to use the Day Planner to see programs and activities available on any given day.

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    Paddling

    Roosevelt Natural Area Paddle Trip

    Explore tidal flats and quiet backwaters with an aquarium educator as you learn about the intricate web of life thriving in this pristine natural environment. The aquarium provides the kayak, paddle, and life vest. Closed toe shoes required

     

    Ages: 5 and up. Children 5-17must be accompanied by a paying adult
    Cost: $20 for nonmembers/ $18 for members

    Date and Time: 9:00 - 11:00am on Mondays and Wednesdays

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    Outdoor Tours and Adventures

    Fishing Fanatics

    Enjoy an evening on the dock with an Aquarium naturalist as you soak some bait and wait for the big one to bite. Instruction, gear, bait, and fishing license provided.  One adult must be present with the child. Catch and Release Only

     

    Ages: 5 -12yrs old. One adult must be present with the child

    Cost: $25 non-member/ $22.50 members

    Date and Time: 6:00 - 8:00pm on Wednesdays

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    Sea Turtle Trek

    Learn all about sea turtles and the conservation work the Aquarium is involved in to help protect these iconic marine turtles.  Join Aquarium staff onsite for a introduction to a live sea turtle before you venture out to a local public beach access to visit an actual sea turtle nest and learn more about the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission's Sea Turtle Monitoring program. You must provide your own transportation to the beach.

     

    Ages: 5 and up. Children 5-17 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

    Cost: $20 for nonmembers/ $18 for members

    Date and Time: 6:00 - 8:00pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays


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    Stand Up Paddle Boarding Rental

    Enjoy an introduction to Stand Up Paddle boarding in a safe and sheltered environment. Aquarium staff will provide a safety introduction to the activity and then allow participants to get comfortable and explore the calm shallow waters of Bogue Sound on their own.

     

     Ages 12  and up. Children 17 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult

    Clothing: Clothes and shoes that can get wet and dirty. Shoes must be closed-toe, lace-up shoes (No flip flops) You must also bring an extra pair of clean, dry shoes to wear back into the aquarium.

    $30 for nonmembers, $27 for members

     

    Program: Fridays 

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