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Sea Turtle Celebration

Tuesday, August 14

Nimbus, the NC Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores' rare white sea turtle, is turning two! In honor of the little loggerhead and to highlight sea turtles everywhere, enjoy a daylong Sea Turtle Celebration on August 14. Find out more about these captivating reptiles, the troubles they face and how to help them.

-See Nimbus in a new exhibit
-Sign a super-sized birthday card
-Check the Sea Turtle Nursery for this season’s hatchlings
-Meet sea turtles in a Creature Feature or animal encounter
-Test your sea turtle savvy with hands-on activities and games
-Pledge to do a few simple things to help all sea turtles'

The celebration coincides with the last Turtle Tuesday of the summer, so if you haven't been able to attend this season here is your last chance!

Activities related to Turtle Tuesday are free with admission or membership. Admission is $8 for those ages 13-61, $7 for those who are 62 or older, and $6 for 3-12-year-olds. Toddlers age two and under can get into the aquarium for free.
Photo: Nimbus at the NC Aqaurium at Pine Knoll Shores

NC Aqaurium at Pine Knoll Shores
1 Roosevelt Blvd
Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512
Phone: (252) 247-4003 or (800) 832-3474

For more information about the NC Aqaurium at Pine Knoll Shores, visit: http://www.ncaquariums.com/pine-knoll-shores

Paddling Around Roanoke Island

Friday, July 27, 10am-12pm

Explore the outdoors with NC Aquarium instructors while kayaking the waters surrounding Roanoke Island. This leisurely outing is a perfect trip for the beginner. Paddlers should expect to get a little wet as they explore the hidden parts of Roanoke Island in search of local animals, native plants, and ever-shifting shorelines. All equipment is provided and no experience is necessary. Bring your water bottle, sunscreen, and sense of adventure to join our staff on the water!
Closed toe water shoes are required.

Ages: 6 and up - Children 12 and under must share a kayak with a paying adult.

Prereservation is required. Please call (252) 473-3494 ext. 232.

$30 per Person
$27 for NC Aquarium Members

NC Aquarium at Roanoke Island
374 Airport Rd.
Manteo, NC 27954
Phone: (252) 473-3494 or 800-832-3474 ext. 4

For more information about the NC Aquarium on Roanoke Island, visit: http://www.ncaquariums.com/roanoke-island