Among the most amazing and alien life forms on Earth, squid are endlessly fascinating. Scouts will examine real squid specimens to locate and identify the body structures the creatures use for feeding, moving, and protecting themselves. They’ll use tweezers and hand lenses to find a squid’s ink sac, siphon, arms, and tentacles, and will compare a squid’s adaptations to those of fish and jellies.

We want future generations to experience the same diversity of species we enjoy today, which requires human attention to maintain balance and dynamics. Wildlife management is the science and art of managing the animals and fish that we share the planet with. Utilizing the Aquarium’s unique settings, scouts will study animals and fish by observing organisms living in different habitats. Activities include a fish dissection and a 30-minute walking tour of the area around the Aquarium.

Ever wonder how we can take care of over 7,000 animals daily at the aquarium? Join us for an off-exhibit tour for an exploration of a side of the Aquarium that most guests don’t see! Start with a guided tour of our exciting animal habitats, then view the “Ocean Beyond the Sound” exhibit - with its 7-foot sharks - from above and our “Fish Kitchen” to learn how our aquarists meet the nutritional needs of all the animals.