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Featured Featured Event Series Endless Oceans

Endless Oceans: Fisheries & Aquaculture

Mote Aquaculture Research Park 12300 Fruitville Rd, Sarasota, FL, United States

Discover our groundbreaking initiatives to replenish wild fisheries and enhance sportfish populations affected by environmental challenges, all while balancing the demands of commercial fisheries. Explore our eco-friendly methods for sustainable seafood production and cutting-edge aquaculture technologies designed to protect ocean resources. Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Mote Aquaculture Research Park. Enjoy an …

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 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 important. We will stroll through the mangroves and make our way to the bay to enjoy one of the most breathtaking views in Sarasota. Note: This …

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 Endless Oceans

Endless Oceans: Biomedical & Technology Development

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

Uncover the ocean's mysteries through groundbreaking research in marine medicine, innovative approaches to combat harmful algae, and cutting-edge tools for ocean monitoring. See the oceanographic instruments Mote develops for real-time data collection and environmental monitoring. And discover our pioneering research into marine biomedicine that may lead to new treatments for human diseases.  Enjoy an exclusive …

Featured Featured Event Series Breakfast with the Sharks

Breakfast with the Sharks

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

Rise and dive! Start your day with our sharks before the Aquarium opens to the public. You and your chums will have a great time sinking your teeth into a …

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 …

Featured Featured Event Series Endless Oceans

Endless Oceans: Conservation, Restoration & Monitoring

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

Discover how Mote's decades of research are preserving sharks, sea turtles, manatees, and corals. Learn about our groundbreaking studies, from nesting sea turtles on Longboat Key to the world’s largest …

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 …