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

Ages 5 and up. 

You must provide your own transportation to the beach.

Children 5-17 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

$20 for nonmembers, $18 for members

Explore the secluded salt marsh habitat surrounding the Aquarium with a Aquarium naturalist who will explain how sample the diversity of these important habitats.  Activities include shallow water wading, dip netting and clamming.

Ages 5 and up.  

$15 for non members / $13.50 for members

Enjoy an introduction to Stand Up Paddle boarding in a safe and sheltered environment.  Aquarium staff will provide a safe introduction to the activity and then allow participants to get comfortable and explore the calm shallow waters of the Crystal Coast.  

Ages 12 and up with participating 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

Enjoy a evening on the beach with an Aquarium naturalist as you soak some bait and wait for the big one to bite.  Instruction, gear, bait and fishing license provided by the Aquarium.

Children 10-17 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

This program requires you to provide your own transportation to fishing location.

Ages 10 and up. 

$25 for nonmembers,$22.50 for members