5-Hour Marine Biologist Workshop in Denver
Hands-on aquarium biology with staff insights, animal care, and behind-the-scenes access
Duration
9am–2pm
Includes
Guided tour, squid dissection, lunch
Highlights
Give your child a practical introduction to aquarium biology in this drop-off workshop. Learn from aquarium staff about the work that supports animal care and saltwater exhibits.
- Explore staff-only areas behind the aquarium exhibits
- Discover how daily animal diets are prepared, including seafood handling
- Learn how saltwater is made and exhibit filtration systems work
What's Included
- Guided exhibit tour
- Behind-the-scenes tour
- Squid dissection
- Animal feedings
- T-shirt
- Kids meal lunch in the restaurant
Important details
- Your child must be in grades 1–12 and attend a session matching their grade level. Adults cannot participate in the workshop
- Participants with severe disabilities require an adult caregiver
- Participants must self-administer any needed medication, including inhalers or epinephrine auto-injectors
- Bring a completed printed liability waiver to check-in
- Wear closed-toe shoes. Flip-flops and sandals are not permitted
- A parent or guardian must escort your child to the classroom and sign them in. A listed adult must sign them out at pickup
- Follow instructor directions. Do not tap exhibit windows, put hands or objects in the water, feed animals, or handle animals without staff permission
- No outside food or drinks are allowed. Eat provided food only in designated areas
- Parking costs $8 per car and is not included
Cancellation Policy
The aquarium may cancel under extreme circumstances, with a full refund. Cancel at least 2 weeks before the program for a refund less a 25% fee; later cancellations are nonrefundable. If fewer than 3 participants are registered one week before, choose an available new date or a full refund.
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FAQs
No. An adult caregiver accompanying a participant with severe disabilities may attend at no additional charge.
Meeting details
Nautilus Ballroom Entrance, 700 Water St., Denver, CO 80211