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Outreach

Can’t make it to the Aquarium? Loved your visit and want to extend the fun? The beach is within reach through the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores' Outreach program. Let our education staff bring one of our fun, interactive programs to your classroom, group, or event.

Outreach pricing depends on several factors including travel, staffing, and special requests.

Final pricing will be determined after we receive your request form.

DAY PLANNER

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Day Planner

Outreach

Virtual Animal Cameos

  • Private Virtual Animal Cameos are a casual and fun way to learn about our animal ambassadors at the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. These private 30-minute virtual cameos allow for only you and your group to ask questions from the comfort of your home or office while seeing select animal ambassadors who are ready for their close-ups!
    • -Sea Turtle
    • -Owl
    • -Sun Conures
    • -Alligator
    • -Snake
    • -Vulture
-Pelicans
Duration 30
Reserve

Interpretive Animal Programs

Journey through North Carolina

Take a "journey" through the great state of North Carolina. Starting
with the mountains, explore the different habitats and ecosystems of the
state, eventually ending at the sea. Program includes live animals and
educational props from these habitats. Great for all ages. (1-1.5 hours) 

Can't have visitors come to your school? No problem, this program is also offered virtually via Zoom, Skype, or Teams!

Duration 1 hour


LARGE GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(61 to 150 participants)
$200 for the first offering of each large-group program
$100 for each repeated large-group program

MEDIUM GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(31 to 60 participants)
$150 for the first offering of each medium-group program
$75 for each repeated medium-group program

SMALL GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(30 or less participants)
$100 the first offering of each small-group program
$50 for each repeated small-group program
Request

Scaly Skins, No Fins

Have a close encounter with native reptiles of North Carolina’s land and sea. Learn about characteristics of this amazing group of slithering, sliding, swimming and crawling creatures. Discover where they live, what they eat and which ones may be hiding in your own backyard. See
and touch the scales and scutes of live turtles, snake and an alligator! Great for all ages.   (1 hour)

Can't have visitors come to your school? No problem, this program is also offered virtually via Zoom, Skype, or Teams!

Duration 1 Hour


LARGE GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(61 to 150 participants)
$200 for the first offering of each large-group program
$100 for each repeated large-group program

MEDIUM GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(31 to 60 participants)
$150 for the first offering of each medium-group program
$75 for each repeated medium-group program

SMALL GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(30 or less participants)
$100 the first offering of each small-group program
$50 for each repeated small-group program
Request

Swamp Symphony

Explore the similarities and differences between reptiles and amphibians, and then examine the life cycles and adaptations of the two classifications. After an encounter with our ectothermic friends, transform your space into a swamp with interactive props and live frogs, toads and turtles. Grades: K–6 (1 hour)

Can't have visitors come to your school? No problem this program is also offered virtually via Zoom, Skype, or Teams! *Interactive props and noisemakers are not included in the virtual program*

Duration 1 Hour


LARGE GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(61 to 150 participants)
$200 for the first offering of each large-group program
$100 for each repeated large-group program

MEDIUM GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(31 to 60 participants)
$150 for the first offering of each medium-group program
$75 for each repeated medium-group program

SMALL GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(30 or less participants)
$100 the first offering of each small-group program
$50 for each repeated small-group program
Request

Sea Turtle Trail

Sea turtles are some of the oldest, most intriguing and fascinating reptiles on the planet. Explore the life history and adaptations of these threatened and endangered species. Find out where hatchlings go during their time at sea, and what brings turtles back to the same North Carolina beaches where they hatched. See a loggerhead sea turtle, as well as examine sea turtle shells, skulls and other bones. Adaptable for all ages. (1 hour)

Can't have visitors come to your school? No problem, this program is also offered virtually via Zoom, Skype, or Teams!

Duration 1 Hour


LARGE GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(61 to 150 participants)
$200 for the first offering of each large-group program
$100 for each repeated large-group program

MEDIUM GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(31 to 60 participants)
$150 for the first offering of each medium-group program
$75 for each repeated medium-group program

SMALL GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(30 or less participants)
$100 the first offering of each small-group program
$50 for each repeated small-group program
Request

Awesome Adaptations

How does a sea star eat if they don’t have teeth? How do owls sneak up to their prey? Through adaptations! Learn about the amazing adaptations many of our Aquarium residents have that help them survive in their environment. Choose 3 or 4 of the following animals: eastern screech owl, snake, box turtle, sea turtle, river otter, salamander, sea star, horseshoe crab, hermit crab, sea urchin, sting ray, or shark. Program includes a live animal of some of the animals mentioned above. (1 hour)

Can't have visitors come to your school? No problem, this program is also offered virtually via Zoom, Skype, or Teams!

Duration 1 hour


LARGE GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(61 to 150 participants)
$200 for the first offering of each large-group program
$100 for each repeated large-group program

MEDIUM GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(31 to 60 participants)
$150 for the first offering of each medium-group program
$75 for each repeated medium-group program

SMALL GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(30 or less participants)
$100 the first offering of each small-group program
$50 for each repeated small-group program
Request

Journey through North Carolina: River Basins of NC

Take a virtual journey through the great state of North Carolina. Starting with the mountains, participants explore 4 different river basins of the state, eventually ending at the sea. Learn about their ecosystems, the animals that occupy them, how humans are negatively influencing them and what steps we can take to solve those problems! Great for middle school and up. (1-1.5 hours)

Duration 1 1/2 hours


LARGE GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(61 to 150 participants)
$200 for the first offering of each large-group program
$100 for each repeated large-group program

MEDIUM GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(31 to 60 participants)
$150 for the first offering of each medium-group program
$75 for each repeated medium-group program

SMALL GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(30 or less participants)
$100 the first offering of each small-group program
$50 for each repeated small-group program
Request

Habitat Heroes

This program will focus on birds, sea turtles, alligators and amphibians and ways we can all be a habitat hero. Learn how humans affect these animals homes and the small changes we can all make to help create a better habitat for them Great for all ages.   (1 hour)

Can't have visitors come to your school? No problem, this program is also offered virtually via Zoom, Skype, or Teams!

Duration 1 Hour


LARGE GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(61 to 150 participants)
$200 for the first offering of each large-group program
$100 for each repeated large-group program

MEDIUM GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(31 to 60 participants)
$150 for the first offering of each medium-group program
$75 for each repeated medium-group program

SMALL GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(30 or less participants)
$100 the first offering of each small-group program
$50 for each repeated small-group program
Request

Turtle, Turtle, Watch Out

Join a sea turtle hatchling on its journey from a bitty baby to a fully grown adult! Students will enjoy a reading of the book “Turtle, Turtle, Watch Out!” by April Pulley Sayre. During the reading, students will learn the long journey a sea turtle takes from the time the egg is laid in its nest until adulthood. Your students will discover the many predators a sea turtle has, things humans do that affect or harm sea turtles, and of course, ways we can all help save sea turtles! The program will end with an up-close look at one of our sea turtles. This program is perfect for children ages 2-7. Duration 45 minutes


Can't have visitors come to your school? No problem, this program is also offered virtually via Zoom, Skype, or Teams!

Duration 45 minutes


LARGE GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(61 to 150 participants)
$200 for the first offering of each large-group program
$100 for each repeated large-group program

MEDIUM GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(31 to 60 participants)
$150 for the first offering of each medium-group program
$75 for each repeated medium-group program

SMALL GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(30 or less participants)
$100 the first offering of each small-group program
$50 for each repeated small-group program
Request

Virtual Aquarium Tour

Can't make it to the Aquarium? No problem, you can visit the Aquarium virtually with one of our Aquarium Educators! Great for all ages. (45-60 minutes)

Duration 45 minutes
VIRTUAL PRESENTATION(S) $100 the first offering of each virtual program
$50 for each repeated program (same program, consecutive times)
Request

Aqua-Exploration Labs

Hermit Crab & Friends

Join a hermit crab on its journey to turn its “plain shell” into a beautiful home. Students enjoy a lively, interactive reading of Eric Carle’s book, "A House for Hermit Crab."  Throughout the story, participants learn about friendship and a variety of undersea invertebrates, before getting hands-on, up-close encounters with the same creatures. The program, perfect for children ages 3 to 6, encourages plenty of imagination and participation.
Duration 45 Minutes


SMALL GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(30 or less participants)
$100 the first offering of each small-group program
$50 for each repeated small-group program
Request

Invertebrate Encounter

Learn how to classify our local marine invertebrates after a hands-on experience with mollusks, crustaceans and echinoderms. Participants work in small groups to observe live whelks, crabs, sea stars and other boneless sea creatures. Grades 7-12, maximum 30 participants  (1- 1.5 hours)

Can't have visitors come to your school? No problem, this program is also offered virtually via Zoom, Skype, or Teams!

Duration 1 1/2 hours


SMALL GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(30 or less participants)
$100 the first offering of each small-group program
$50 for each repeated small-group program
Request

Squid Squish

What do squid, snails and scallops have in common? Find out as students explore the amazing world of mollusks! Participants examine the anatomy and adaptations of these cephalopods through scientific investigation and squid dissection. Grades 3-12, maximum 30 participants. (1 Hour)
Duration 1 Hour


SMALL GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(30 or less participants)
$100 the first offering of each small-group program
$50 for each repeated small-group program
Request

Water Dance

It’s more than just a glass of water; it’s a precious limited resource! Explore the water cycle and learn the differences among fresh, saline and brackish water through scientific investigation. Participants test the pH and salinity of Aquarium exhibits and their school drinking fountain to determine what types of aquatic life can survive in each environment. Grades 3-7, maximum 30 participants.(1 Hour)

Duration 1 Hour


SMALL GROUP PRESENTATION(S)
(30 or less participants)
$100 the first offering of each small-group program
$50 for each repeated small-group program
Request

Public Virtual Learning

Going the Distance: Sea Turtles

Join the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores in learning about the amazing journey a sea turtle must take and all the obstacles they may encounter. Explore the life history and adaptations of these threatened and endangered species. This program includes an encounter with a live sea turtle. Great for all ages! Great for all ages.
(45 minutes)
Duration 45 minutes


DISTANCE LEARNING PRESENTATION(S) $100 per program
Request

Community Events and Festivals

North Carolina Aquarium Reptile Display

Bring the Aquarium to your next community event. The staff sets up
a fun, hands-on display to showcase some of the reptiles of North Carolina.
Depending on the season and venue, a number of live animals
come along.
Educational games, crafts and other activities can be part of your event (upon request).
Let us know what we can do for you!
Duration 4 Hours


Exhibit Fees :
$250 for exhibits up to four hours
$75 for each additional exhibit hour

$100 additional staffing fee may be applied

Request

North Carolina Aquarium Bird Display

Bring the Aquarium to your next community event. The staff sets up
a fun display that showcases different birds of North Carolina. You will get the chance to see and feel the wings of different native birds. Learn about why birds are so important and how we can be helpful to our fine feathered friends!
Depending on the season and venue, a number of live animals
come along.
Educational games, crafts and other activities can be part of your event (upon request).
Let us know what we can do for you!
Duration 4 Hours


Exhibit Fees :
$250 for exhibits up to four hours
$75 for each additional exhibit hour

$100 additional staffing fee may be applied

Request