Outreach programs
Outreach Programs
Outreach programs travel year-round to schools, daycare centers, summer camps, libraries, community centers, fairs and special events - wherever you need us. We also offer Virtual Outreach programs and can customize our programs to meet your needs.
Programs are available for all ages, and most programs include live animals and cover a vareity of environmental topics. Virtual Programs are also avaliable.
See table below for our Outreach Program offerings, or contact us if you’d like to discuss a custom program here or call (856) 361-1024.
Outreach Programs
| Animal Champions: With the world constantly changing, those who can adapt reign supreme. Meet animals with amazing adaptations that help them thrive! | K and up | 45 Minutes | 250 Students | $500.00 |
| CARES: Conserve and Re-Establish Species: For better or worse, people have an impact on endangered species. Meet animal ambassadors for change, hear success stories, and learn how you can help save the next species. Your school will receive a certificate of participation upon completion! | 1st and up | 45 Minutes | 250 Students | $500.00 |
| Life on the Reef: Teeming with life, reefs are one of the most beautiful natural wonders of the world. Discover how this biodiverse habitat works together to become a community that thrives. | 3rd and up | 45 Minutes | 250 Students | $500.00 |
| Who Lives Where?: Does it live in a tree or burrow underground? Check out all the best habitats and resources needed to survive in the wild. | 1st and up | 45 Minutes | 250 Students | $500.00 |
| Animal Champions: With the world constantly changing, those who can adapt reign supreme. Meet animals with amazing adaptations that help them thrive! | K and up | 45 Minutes | 32 Students | $275.00 |
| CARES: Conserve and Re-Establish Species: For better or worse, people have an impact on endangered species. Meet animal ambassadors for change, hear success stories, and learn how you can help save the next species. Your school will receive a certificate of participation upon completion! | 1st and up | 45 Minutes | 32 Students | $275.00 |
| Crazy Coverings: Scales, feathers, and fur, oh my! Check out these different animal coverings and learn how they use them to keep warm and survive. | PreK – K | 30 Minutes | 32 Students | $250.00 |
| Library Program (Under 50 Participants): Library Summer Reading Program 2025: Ocean of Color Red, yellow, orange, green, and blue—these colors aren’t just found in rainbows; they are indicators of our ocean’s health! Join us to explore how these vibrant hues reveal the effects of climate change on marine ecosystems and the incredible species that call them home. Uncover the hidden stories behind each color and learn how we can work together to protect our oceans for future generations. | All Ages | 45 Minutes | 50 Students | $300.00 |
| Life on the Reef: Teeming with life, reefs are one of the most beautiful natural wonders of the world. Discover how this biodiverse habitat works together to become a community that thrives. | 3rd and up | 45 Minutes | 32 Students | $275.00 |
| Living Lifecycles: Growing and changing is a part of life and animals do it in different ways. Get up close and personal with critters and see how they develop over time. | 3rd and up | 45 Minutes | 32 Students | $275.00 |
| Oceans in Motion: From currents to crawling critters, the ocean is constantly moving. Take a look at some sea creatures and figure out what makes this water world wiggle! | PreK – K | 30 Minutes | 32 Students | $250.00 |
| Silly Senses: Discover animals that don’t use a nose to smell, hands to feel or eyes to see in the same way that we do! | PreK – K | 30 Minutes | 15 Students | $250.00 |
| Tidepool Sensory Tables: Toddlers will have the opportunity to touch and interact with live animals, shells, and other manipulatives in this hands-on lesson. | 1-2 years old | 30 Minutes | 15 Students | $250.00 |
| Tidepool Toddlers: Students will read a story about animals found on the beach. Afterwards, they will see live animals from the story. | PreK – K | 30 Minutes | 15 Students | $250.00 |
| Who Lives Where?: Does it live in a tree or burrow underground? Check out all the best habitats and resources needed to survive in the wild. | 1st and up | 45 Minutes | 32 Students | $275.00 |
| Coral Reef CSI Lab: Coral reefs are essential to ocean life, but across the world they are disappearing. What is causing this change? Let’s test factors like water temperatures, salinity and human population impacts to figure it out! | 6th and up | 60 Minutes | 32 Students | $450.00 |
| Owl Pellet Dissection: Owls are amazing birds of prey, but they have some weird habits around the dinner table. Follow along with the instructor as we learn a little more about these birds and figure out what owl pellets are, why owls make them, and finally, what’s inside!? | 4th and up | 60 Minutes | 32 Students | $400.00 |
| Squid Dissection: Take a deep dive into the world of aquatic invertebrates as we explore the characteristics of these strange animals and examine one up close. For every 2 students the dissection will include 1 squid and a set of tools. | 6th and up | 60 Minutes | 32 Students | $450.00 |
| Aquarium Day: Let us take over your school for the day! Each class will enjoy time at our hands-on touch table activities as well as receive two 45-minute assembly programs (topic of your choosing). Adult volunteers from your school will be needed to assist the Center staff. | All ages | 5 Hours | 300 Students | $1,600.00 |
| Family Aquatic Sciences Night: Bring the Center for Aquatic Sciences to your school for a fun-filled evening of activities and learning for your entire community. Handson activities, live animals, activity passports and prizes, this program has it all! | All Ages | 2 Hours | 500 Students | $1,600.00 |
| Beach Detective Touch Tables: Investigate different animal artifacts that can be found on the beach. Who do they belong to and what are they used for? This program is a great hands-on touch table for events like school fairs and community festivals. | All Ages | 60 Minutes | 950 Students | $350.00 |
| Birthday Party: Celebrating a birthday? Let us bring the party animals! Our birthday party package includes a live animal presentation with an opportunity to touch, and a craft. For up to 20 children. $15 for each additional child over 20. | All Ages | 90 Minutes | 20 Students | $425.00 |
| Library Program (Over 50 Participants: Library Summer Reading Program 2025: Ocean of Color Red, yellow, orange, green, and blue—these colors aren’t just found in rainbows; they are indicators of our ocean’s health! Join us to explore how these vibrant hues reveal the effects of climate change on marine ecosystems and the incredible species that call them home. Uncover the hidden stories behind each color and learn how we can work together to protect our oceans for future generations. | All Ages | 45 Minutes | 200 Students | $375.00 |
After-School Programs
The Center partners with many out-of-school time programs to provide fun and exciting afterschool experiences. Whether working with 21st Century Community Learning Centers or independent programs, the Center creates environmental programs that inspire students and have them looking forward to the next visit.
For information about bringing these experiences to your school or program, contact us here.
Library Programs
Our summer 2025 reading theme:
Ocean of Color
Red, yellow, orange, green, and blue—these colors aren't just found in rainbows; they are indicators of our ocean's health! Join us to explore how these vibrant hues reveal the effects of climate change on marine ecosystems and the incredible species that call them home. Uncover the hidden stories behind each color and learn how we can work together to protect our oceans for future generations.
Parties & Events
We’ll come to you with a hands-on and interactive 90-minute program that includes:
- Ocean Creature Live Animal Touch Table
- Craft (varies depending on age)
- Live animal presentation (May include a tortoise, turtle, snake, or even some cool bugs!)
Check out our Outreach programs page for a wide range of options listed by age, group size, cost and ties to Next Generation Science Standards
Check out our options for unforgettable outdoor learning experiences for students of all ages. Or learn more about field trips at Adventure Aquarium with add-on options like behind the scenes tours and classes tied to state and national science education standards. And don’t forget to check out our Resources to make sure you get the most from your Aquarium visit!
We partner with a number of schools and organizations in the greater Camden and Philadelphia region who provide after school programs. Whether you are looking for a one-time, special event or regular programming, we can help! Contact us to learn more about our afterschool programs.
We partner with a number of Camden and Philadelphia schools to provide exciting and engaging educational enhancements to science classes, from squid dissection labs to underwater robotics to live animal encounters. Contact us to learn more about our in-school science education offerings.
We offer a wide variety of environmental stewardship learning and service programs for corporate groups and families, including park cleanups, kayaking, Pinelands and beach explorations and more. Contact us to learn more about service and team-building opportunities.
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Center for Aquatic Sciences at Adventure Aquarium • 1 Riverside Drive • Camden, NJ • 08103-1037 • 856-365-0352
