Looking for a field trip opportunity that is truly educational, unique, and protected from Oklahoma’s unpredictable weather? Oklahoma Aquarium programs are designed to get your students excited about marine animals, aquatic science, and the environment.
The Oklahoma Aquarium's mission is Conservation Through Education, so it is also our mission to assist school groups in overcoming financial challenges to enjoy the educational experience of an Aquarium field trip. We are grateful to our donors who make the Fish Friends Scholarship Fund possible. Please click here to fill out an application.
Internships
The Oklahoma Aquarium offers students the opportunity to get involved with our day-to-day operations and work with staff. Students who participate in our intern programs will receive credit for their time spent working at the Oklahoma Aquarium.
When school is out, SeaCamp is in! The Oklahoma Aquarium provides an enriching camp experience and a convenient option for working parents with our School Break SeaCamps. SeaCamps are designed for children in grades K-5th. Each camp day is from 9 am to 4 pm. $50 per day. Morning and afternoon care is available for an additional $10 per day fee; $5 for before care and $5 for after care. Early drop-off starts at 8:00 am and late pick up is available until 5:30 pm. There is a 10% discount for Aquarium members and pre-registration is required. Call (918) 528-1508 or e-mail education@okaquarium.org for more information.
Do you want to know more about our environment and things you can do to make a difference? Do you enjoy learning about animals in our oceans? If you said yes to both questions we invite you to become a Conservation Crusader at the Oklahoma Aquarium Seas the Day Summer SeaCamp. We will have a great time performing experiments geared toward preservation of our oceans and natural resources. If you
like scavenger hunts, getting close and personal with our sharks, and having a great time you will want to come “sea” us this summer, five days of fun, festivities, and excitement await every camper at the seventh annual Summer SeaCamp. Don’t delay - Register today!
One week sessions beginning June 22nd - 26th with the last session being held July 20th-24th. Cost is $200 with a 10% discount for Aquarium members. Each camp day is from 9 am to 4 pm. Morning and afternoon extended care is available for an additional $10 per day fee, $5 for before care and $5 for after care. Early drop-off starts at 8:00am and late pick up is available until 5:30 pm. 2 snacks are provided daily for all camp sessions. Campers should bring a sack lunch
each day except Friday.
Dates: TBA
*A non-refundable $50.00 deposit is due at enrollment and the balance is due 2 weeks prior to
the beginning of each session. Oklahoma Aquarium Members receive a 10% discount. All campers will receive a 2009 Summer Sea Camp T-Shirt however, registrations received after Thursday, June 4th can not be guaranteed their requested size.
For more information, call the Education Department (918) 528-1508
Homeschool Days
The Oklahoma Aquarium's Education Department has reserved special dates for homeschools. On these dates, our classroom programs are reserved for homeschool families only.
$7 per student (age 3 and over) and or; $10 per adult (cost includes full Aquarium admission)
Pre-registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis and must be received no later than 2 business days before each Homeschool Day.
Check in times for Homeschool Days: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
We regret we cannot check-in arrivals outside of the times above.
If you do not pre-register, you will be directed to general admission and will not receive the discounted rate.
Homeschool Day consists of self-guided visit and your choice of two educational presentations, one occurring at 11:00am and the other at 2:00pm.
Programs for Thursday, December 3, 2009
11:00 - What bugs you?
In this program students will learn what an integral role that insects play in our ecosystem. Have you ever thought what the world would be like without bugs? In this 45 minute presentation we will also explore the various stages of metamorphosis as well as the anatomy and beneficial qualities of insects.
2:00 - Aquasaurs
This 40 minute classroom program is designed to give your student a glimpse into the lives of reptiles living in the prehistoric ocean, such as Ichthyosaurs, Plesiosaurs, Mosasaurs, Placodonts, and Archelon. We also will briefly cover the formation of fossils and modern marine reptiles.
To register, call the Education Department (918) 528-1508
Sleep With the Sharks!
Imagine falling asleep alongside a soothing Coral Reef, or waking up to a Bull Shark swimming right overhead! Our sleepovers are a splash with activities, also included are dinner, breakfast, snacks, movies and maybe just a little sleep.
The Oklahoma Aquarium hosts Scout Days to honor all youth organizations and their members (such as Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Camp Fire, 4-H, FFA, etc.). The times will be from 10:00 am until close (last ticket is sold one hour prior to close).
$7 per student (age 3 and over) and or; $10 per adult (cost includes full Aquarium admission)
To receive discounted prices, youth organization members must be in uniform or carrying organization membership cards.
Adults must accompany a youth organization member, maximum of one adult per child admitted at discounted price.
Junior Marine Biologist badges may be earned by fulfilling requirements outlined at the Aquarium that day and patches may be purchased for $3 each.
Scheduled Dates
November 25, 2009
Questions? Please call the Education Department (918) 528-1508
