Aquarium Outreach
If you like the aquarium and the programs we offer, why not let us come to
you? Click here for more information on our Outreach Program.
Advance Registration and Fees
Most programs are free. Programs marked with an asterisk (*)
require advance registration since space is limited. Programs
marked with a double asterisk (**) require advance registration
and fee. Pre-registration programs require a minimum number
of participants and are subject to cancellation due to low
enrollment or bad weather. Please be on time for your scheduled
program and call us in case of cancellation so that we can
make room for others. For reservation information, please
call the Aquarium during normal business hours at (910) 458-8257
or toll free at 866-301-3476. For specific times and Dates
for each program, check the interactive calendar of events.
Programs at the Aquarium
A variety of educational and entertaining programs are offered
daily at the Aquarium. Presentations may include marine life
videos, audience participation games, feeding programs, demonstrations
and live animals. Plan to join us and discover more about
our Aquarium and the fascinating aquatic animals and habitats.
Check the calendar portion of this web site and the TV information
monitors at the Aquarium
for dates and times so you don’t miss any special opportunities.
AQUARIST APPRENTICE
Find out what it is like to be responsible for the aquarium
critters. Join staff on a behind-the-scenes tour, help prepare
animal diets and then participate in some daily care and maintenance
tasks. This limited opportunity is only open to 10 participants.
For ages 10 and up. Ages 14 and under must be accompanied
by an adult. Fee: $20.00 per participant. PRE-REGISTRATION
REQUIRED.
BREAKFAST WITH THE FISHES
Get a sneak peek at the aquarium before it opens for the day.
Coffee, juice, pastries and bagels are provided for guests.
After breakfast participants are invited to feed some of our
aquarium critters! Come and enjoy breakfast with your favorite
aquarium resident, and stay to enjoy the rest of the morning.
Fee: $15.00 (includes the admission for the day). The fee for members is $7.00 and the fee for children 2 - 5 years old is $5.00. PRE-REGISTRATION
REQUIRED.
SHELL FRAME CRAFT
Use nature’s own creations to fashion a keepsake picture
frame. Ages 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Fee: $8.00 per participant (does not include the admission for the
day). PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
SHELL WREATHS
Get into the holiday spirit by making a shell wreath. Join
aquarium staff to make yourholiday craft.
Fee: $8.00 (does not include the admission for the day).PRE-REGISTRATION
REQUIRED.
GYOTAKU
Learn Gyotaku, the ancient art form of Japanese fish printing.
Discover the history behind this craft, and make a Gyotaku
T-shirt to take home. Ages 5 and up. Ages 14 and under must
be accompanied by an adult. Fee: $8.00 (does not include the admission
for the day). PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. The fee for members is $7.20.
Programs “In
the Field”
CANOEING THE SALT MARSH
A three- hour exploration of the Zeke’s Island Estuarine
Research Reserve by canoe. Activities may include crabbing,
clamming, seining or birding. Participants should be able
to swim and be capable of sustained physical exertion. Ages
8 and up. Fee:$20. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
SALT MARSH AND CRABBING EXPEDITION
This combination class will give participants the opportunity
to view the activities of marsh-dwelling animals and the variety
of plants found in this rich environment as well as participate
in recreational crabbing activities while in the marsh. Ages
14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Fee: $15.00 per
participant. The fee for members is $6.30. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
SALT MARSH EXPLORATION
Hike the salt marsh trail and view first hand the activities
of marsh-dwelling animals and the variety of plants found
in this rich environment. Ages 14 and under must be accompanied
by an adult. Fee: $14.00 per participant. The fee for members is $5.40. PRE-REGISTRATION
REQUIRED.
SURF FISHING WORKSHOP
This 3-hour workshop includes one hour of classroom discussion,
then surf fishing on the beach nearby. All equipment and bait
provided. Program is rain or shine, with extra activities
added in event of bad weather (e.g., throwing a cast net).
Ages 10 and up. Fee: $12.00 per participant. PRE-REGISTRATION
REQUIRED.
SURF’S UP
Experience a wide variety of high-quality surfing opportunities through
Surf Camp. Please visit: www.wbsurfcamp.com to register directly for
these programs.
Special Events
Aquarium Birthday Party
Enjoy an exciting way to celebrate your child’s special
day with a birthday party at the North Carolina Aquarium at
Ft. Fisher! Your child’s birthday will include a
T-shirt craft with T-shirts and all art supplies included,
a live animal presentation, use of the Aquarium’s classroom,
and a self guided tour of the Aquarium.
Themes for the live animal presentation that you can choose
from include:
Amphibians – Frogs, toads, salamanders
Reptiles - Turtles, Alligators, Snakes
Invertebrates – Sea urchins, starfish, crabs
Cost: $205.00 for up to 12 children and 12 adults, $10.00
for each additional child, $6.00 for each additional adult.
Time Length: 2 hours
Please contact Renee Weeks at 910-458-8259 ext 206 if you
are interested in scheduling a birthday party for your child.
Birthday parties are popular so please plan ahead. Our parties
are recommended for ages 4- 10.
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Check
out our programs especially for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts.
