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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 …
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 …
Empowering the next generation of ocean conservationists. The Youth Ocean Conservation Summit, launched in 2011 and held annually at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, Florida, as well as satellite locations around the world, provides youth participants the opportunity to learn from marine scientists and conservationists about current threats facing marine ecosystems, both locally and globally. …
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) …
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 …
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 light continental breakfast while you learn about our favorite finned friends and Mote’s breakthrough shark research. During this program, you’ll meet our resident sharks, watch …
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 …
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) …
Explore how Mote's pioneering scientists lead the way in coral restoration, testing innovative treatments for coral diseases, and preserving genetic diversity to foster resilient reefs for the future. Join us in uncovering the secrets of these vital ecosystems and discover how you can contribute to their conservation. Enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Mote’s Coral …
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) …
Tickets Raise a glass with Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium during Sharktoberfest, a craft beer festival in the Aquarium after hours. The event—on Saturday, October 5, from 7 to 10 p.m.*—will feature local and regional breweries that will provide samples of their staple selections alongside unique, seasonal brews. PURCHASE TICKETS $55 PURCHASE VIP TICKETS $125 BECOME …