Explore the outdoors with NC Aquarium instructors while kayaking the waters surrounding Roanoke Island. This leisurely outing is a perfect trip for the beginner. Paddlers should expect to get a little wet as we explore the hidden parts of Roanoke Island in search of local animals, native plants, and ever-shifting shorelines. All equipment is provided, and no experience is necessary. Bring your water bottle, sunscreen, and sense of adventure to join our staff on the water!
Programs begin at 10:00am.

Preregistration is required.

Closed toe water shoes are required

September 29
October 4, 6, 13, 18, 20, 25 & 27

Ages: 6 and up - Children ages 6-12 must share a kayak with a paying adult.

$38 per Person
$34.20 for NC Aquarium Members

Enjoy a hike in the Nags Head Woods Preserve by the light of the Moon or by starlight.  Dress for the weather.  Hikes are held rain or shine.

Program begins 7:00 pm.

Friday, October 14:  Almost Full Moon Hike
Friday, November 18:  Dark Night Hike
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Closed toe shoes are Required.
For all ages -Ages 2 and under are free.
Children 16 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Open to all ages, but this hike is moderately difficult.

All hikes meet at the Nature Conservancy’s Nags Head Woods Pavilion in Kill Devil Hills on Ocean Acres Drive.

$8 per Person
$7.20 for NC Aquarium Members

Cast your line and learn the basics needed to catch your first fish! Assemble tackle, bait your hook, identify fish species, and practice catch-and-release techniques. Bring your patience as we try our luck fishing from our Soundside Pier.

Closed toe shoes are required.

Ages: 5 and up - Children ages 5-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

11:00am
September 30
October 28

2:00pm
September 26
October 3, 6, 10, 13, 20, 24 & 31

$11, Plus Regular Admission
$9.90 for NC Aquarium Members

Come to this class prepared to test your luck crabbing.  Participants will learn some basic biology of the blue crab and experience line crabbing first hand from the Aquarium’s Soundside Pier.

Closed toe shoes are required.

10:00am
September 26

11:00am
October 7, 14 & 21

1:00pm
September 26
October 3, 10 & 17

2:00pm
September 29

Ages: 6 and Up - Children ages 6-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

$11, Plus Regular Admission
$9.90 for NC Aquarium Members

Join an Aquarium naturalist for a fun-filled learning experience during a fall hike in a nearby salt marsh. Bring your binoculars and muck along a trail in search of birds, marsh plants, and other inhabitants. You will be amazed at the abundance of life in the estuary!

Closed toe water boots/shoes are required.

10:00am
September 26

11:00am
October 13 & 27

2:00pm
October 18 & 31

Ages: 8 and up - Children ages 8-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

$19 per Person
$17.10 for NC Aquarium Members