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Featured Featured Event Series Endless Oceans

Endless Oceans: Marine Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation 

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL, United States

Discover Mote's exceptional Marine Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation program, where our dedicated team works tirelessly to rescue, rehabilitate, and release injured marine animals. From stranded dolphins and manatees to distressed sea turtles, our experts provide critical care and innovative treatments to give these animals a second chance at life. Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes …

Featured Featured Event Series Shark Pups and Grown Ups

Shark Pups & Grown Ups

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL, United States

Fall Onsite Classes at Mote Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult which offers MEGA-lodon sized fun for you and your little one! Join us as we explore the marine environment through imaginative play, STEM activities, songs, and more. These classes take place …

Featured Featured Event Series Morning Kayak Tour (Sarasota)

Morning Paddle – Kayaking with Mote

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL, United States

Start your day off right with a guided kayak tour of Sarasota Bay. Paddle across shallow seagrass beds and take in the wildlife that depends on this ecosystem. Soak up some sun as we look for dolphins, manatees, birds and more! Ages 12 and older, participants 12 through 17 years of age must be accompanied …

Featured Featured Event Series Slice of Paradise: Coral Microfragmentation

Slice of Paradise: Coral Microfragmentation – Key Largo

Mote’s Key Largo Coral Nursery at Reefhouse Resort & Marina 103800 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL, United States

During this experience, guests will learn about endangered species of coral that are important to Florida’s Coral Reef, and microfragment coral that will eventually be planted on nearby reefs as soon as they grow to the perfect size within the on-site coral nursery. Guests will also get an up-close view and tour of Mote’s land-based …

Featured Featured Event Series Moonlit Paddle – Kayaking with Mote

Moonlit Paddle – Kayaking with Mote

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL, United States

Kayaking doesn’t get much cooler than this. Take a break from the sun and join us for an evening paddle as we explore Florida’s coastal waters at dusk. Discover the animals that bring Sarasota Bay to life at night while taking a relaxing paddle on the moonlit water. Moonlit Paddles are offered from September to …

Featured Featured Event Series Dip Netting in the Bay

Dip Netting in the Bay

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL, United States

Splash into Sarasota Bay and join Mote for some fun outdoor exploration! Participants will use dip nets to explore the nearshore seagrass beds and learn about the plants and animals that call the Bay home. This program is family-friendly and fun for participants of all ages. Who: All ages (ALL participants, adults or children, must register) …

Featured Featured Event Series Moonlit Paddle – Kayaking with Mote

Moonlit Paddle – Kayaking with Mote

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL, United States

Kayaking doesn’t get much cooler than this. Take a break from the sun and join us for an evening paddle as we explore Florida’s coastal waters at dusk. Discover the animals that bring Sarasota Bay to life at night while taking a relaxing paddle on the moonlit water. Moonlit Paddles are offered from September to …

Featured Featured Event Series Slice of Paradise: Coral Microfragmentation

Slice of Paradise: Coral Microfragmentation – Key Largo

Mote’s Key Largo Coral Nursery at Reefhouse Resort & Marina 103800 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL, United States

During this experience, guests will learn about endangered species of coral that are important to Florida’s Coral Reef, and microfragment coral that will eventually be planted on nearby reefs as soon as they grow to the perfect size within the on-site coral nursery. Guests will also get an up-close view and tour of Mote’s land-based …

Featured Featured Event Series Shark Pups and Grown Ups

Shark Pups & Grown Ups

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL, United States

Fall Onsite Classes at Mote Shark Pups & Grownups is an early childhood STEM program for kids ages 2 through 5 and their favorite adult which offers MEGA-lodon sized fun for you and your little one! Join us as we explore the marine environment through imaginative play, STEM activities, songs, and more. These classes take place …

Featured Featured Event Series Seashore SEAfari: City Island

Seashore SEAfari: City Island

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL, United States

Explore a Florida mangrove forest lining beautiful Sarasota Bay! Participants will learn all about mangroves including how to identify them, the animals that call them home and why they are …

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Seashore SEAfari: Anna Maria Pier

Mote’s Marine Science Education & Outreach Center on Anna Maria City Pier 100 N. Bay Blvd, Anna Maria, FL, United States

Get the insider scoop on Mote research at Mote Marine Laboratory’s newest satellite campus at the Anna Maria Island City Pier.  After a guided tour of Mote’s Marine Science Education and Outreach Center, participants will take a stroll down the pier and the beach to learn about the local flora and fauna and be introduced …

Featured Featured Event Series Slice of Paradise: Coral Microfragmentation

Slice of Paradise: Coral Microfragmentation – Key Largo

Mote’s Key Largo Coral Nursery at Reefhouse Resort & Marina 103800 Overseas Highway, Key Largo, FL, United States

During this experience, guests will learn about endangered species of coral that are important to Florida’s Coral Reef, and microfragment coral that will eventually be planted on nearby reefs as soon as they grow to the perfect size within the on-site coral nursery. Guests will also get an up-close view and tour of Mote’s land-based …