Open Today 10am - 6pm
Open Today 10am - 6pm

Clearwater Marine Aquarium

Visit CMA Educational Programs

Hope’s Homeschool Registration

To request registration, fill out the contact form below. Your spot is not secured until payment is received. Once the request registration form is sent, someone will contact you within 48 hours to collect payment and complete registration. Class sizes will be limited, with social distancing, and CDC best practices for sanitation and hygiene will be implemented.

  • January 13: Derelict Detective

    Derelict crab traps can be harmful to marine animals. Winter the dolphin and Ozzy the sea turtle were both negatively impacted by crab traps. Become a derelict detective as you learn about ocean debris that can affect marine life.

    January 27: Manatee Mania

    Investigate manatee anatomy, biology, and conservation. Learn how CMA assists with manatee rescues and ways you can help to protect wild manatees.

    February 10: You Otter Be Mine

    Discover the differences between sea otters and river otters in this Valentine’s day themed program. Learn the stories of our rescued resident river otters, Walle and Boomer.

    February 24: Sea Turtle Snacks

    Discover what our sea turtles love to eat for snacks and watch as our sea turtle team gives out ice toy snacks to our residents. Learn about sustainability by visiting our aquaponics exhibit where we grow lettuce for our sea turtles.

    March 10: Radical Reefs

    Did you know CMA assisted in making an artificial reef? Learn all about coral reefs, artificial reefs, and the animals that call reefs home. Participate in hands-on activities to explore biodiversity.

    March 24: Clearwater Marine Aquarium Researcher

    Step into the role of researcher discovering how Clearwater Marine Aquarium Research Institute uses photo identification to study dolphins and right whales.

    April 14: Water They Eating?

    Dive into marine food chains and food webs to discover the interconnectivity of the ecosystem. Create your own plankton tow to collect a sample and use a microscope to investigate an important part of the food web.

    April 28: Exciting Estuaries

    Learn all about the habitat and animals right outside CMA in the estuary. Determine the necessary aspects of a habitat and go on a habitat hunt around the aquarium. Discover the amazing adaptations of seahorses, an estuary animal.

    May 12: Conservation Connection

    Explore the many ways you can participate in conservation efforts. From water usage to microplastics, you can make choices every day that make a difference. Use your creativity to participate in a recycled materials fashion show.



    Price: $25.00 (one child & chaperone); $10.00 per additional child
    Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

    *Aquarium admission not included
    *Pre-registration is Required

  • Name of contact person booking this program.
  • This registration request form is not registration. An education staff member will reach out to you to complete registration. Your spot is secure only after payment is received. This program requires a minimum of 5 participants. If the minimum is not met, rescheduling or refund will be processed.
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