FIELD TRIPS
At Georgia Aquarium, students will discover the aquatic realm in an immersive learning environment. Self-guided tours allow students to explore all of the animal galleries and see aquarium presentations. Educator-led programs go behind the scenes and focus on predator-prey interactions, animal behavior and survival, habitats, marine careers, and more. All aquarium field trip experiences align with Georgia Performance Standards (GPS). Limited funding is available for Title I schools and non-profit organizations to visit the aquarium through the Sponsored Education Admissions (SEA) program. For PreK through 12th grade, self-guided aquarium visits and instructor-led programs are available August-May. Varied topics include animal behavior, animals, career exploration, conservation, ecology, ecosystems, habitats, marine science, and more!
supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies, Science.Each program is aligned to Georgia Standards of Excellence (GSE) and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). The programs are grade-bracket specific and include a pre- and post- activity sheet.
topics covered:
Animal Behavior, Animals, Career Exploration, Conservation, Ecology, Ecosystems, Habitats, Marine Science
contact info
Name: Group Sales
Phone: 404-581-4000
Email: [email protected]
INFO
VIRTUAL
Georgia Aquarium is excited to offer educators a chance to explore the aquarium from inside their own classroom or virtually at home. Come dive in with your students for an educational and fun virtual experience!
supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies, Science
topics covered:
Animal Behavior, Animals, Conservation, Ecology, Ecosystems, Habitats, Marine Science
contact info
Name: Group Sales
Phone: 404-581-4000
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Georgia Aquarium
The Georgia Aquarium provides enjoyable, fascinating, and educational field trip experiences for all ages. Its 10 million gallons of fresh and marine water in exhibits and galleries are home to the largest amount of aquatic life you’ll ever find at an aquarium. The aquarium fosters a new appreciation for the world’s aquatic biodiversity through animal encounters, educational programs, “behind the seas” tours, overnight sleepovers, and more!
contact info
Hrs: See website.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Aquarium Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
• Did you know a sea cucumber can shoot its intestines at predators, and then regrow them, in order to avoid being eaten?
• An electric eel can produce 500 watts of electricity (that’s enough to light up 10 light bulbs) to frighten away predators.
• Dolphins sleep with one half of the brain and one eye open to watch for danger.
• No matter how many pieces you cut a sea sponge into each piece will continue living and growing.
• Ocean life can do amazing things to survive. As you visit an aquarium with your students, note the different ways animals defend themselves. Just like a squid, people wouldn’t bother you either if you squirted black ink in their face!
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FIELD TRIPS
Scout sleepovers at Georgia Aquarium open up a world of learning for scouts to work towards earning badges. In addition to learning about the different animals at the Georgia Aquarium, scouts will be encouraged to think about ways to protect the environment and aquatic life. Varied topics include animal behavior, animals, career exploration, conservation, ecology, ecosystems, habitats, marine science, and more! Sleepovers include bedtime snacks, breakfast, and next-day entry to select exhibits. Special Georgia Aquarium scout patches, are available for purchase in the gift shop.
supports scout badges in:
Environmental Science, Science.
topics covered:
Animal Behavior, Animals, Career Exploration, Conservation, Ecology, Ecosystems, Habitats, Marine Science.
contact info
Phone: 404-581-4000
Email: [email protected]
INFO
VIRTUAL
Georgia Aquarium is excited to offer educators a chance to explore the aquarium from inside their own classroom or virtually at home. Come dive in with your students for an educational and fun virtual experience!
supports scout badges in:
Environmental Studies, Science
topics covered:
Animal Behavior, Animals, Conservation, Ecology, Ecosystems, Habitats, Marine Science
contact info
Name: Group Sales
Phone: 404-581-4000
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Georgia Aquarium
The Georgia Aquarium provides enjoyable, fascinating, and educational field trip experiences for all ages. Its 10 million gallons of fresh and marine water in exhibits and galleries are home to the largest amount of aquatic life you’ll ever find at an aquarium. The aquarium fosters a new appreciation for the world’s aquatic biodiversity through animal encounters, educational programs, “behind the seas” tours, overnight sleepovers, and more!
contact info
Hrs: See website.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Aquarium Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
• Did you know a sea cucumber can shoot its intestines at predators, and then regrow them, in order to avoid being eaten?
• An electric eel can produce 500 watts of electricity (that’s enough to light up 10 light bulbs) to frighten away predators.
• Dolphins sleep with one half of the brain and one eye open to watch for danger.
• No matter how many pieces you cut a sea sponge into each piece will continue living and growing.
• Ocean life can do amazing things to survive. As you visit an aquarium with your students, note the different ways animals defend themselves. Just like a squid, people wouldn’t bother you either if you squirted black ink in their face!
View Lesson Plan>>
FIELD TRIPS
Camp groups will experience everything from penguins and dolphins to sea otters and more at Georgia Aquarium. Interactive exhibits and galleries teach campers about marine habitats, conservation, and a variety of aquatic species. Programs and activities give campers a chance to meet penguins, see how dolphins are trained, and go behind-the-scenes of the sea otter facility. Take your underwater experience even further with a film in the aquarium’s 4D Funbelievable Theater. Varied topics include animal behavior, animals, career exploration, conservation, ecology, ecosystems, habitats, marine science, and more!
supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies, Science
topics covered:
Animal Behavior, Animals, Career Exploration, Conservation, Ecology, Ecosystems, Habitats, Marine Science.
contact info
Name: Group Sales
Phone: 404-581-4000
Email: [email protected]
INFO
VIRTUAL
Georgia Aquarium is excited to offer educators a chance to explore the aquarium from inside their own classroom or virtually at home. Come dive in with your students for an educational and fun virtual experience!
topics covered:
Animal Behavior, Animals, Conservation, Ecology, Ecosystems, Habitats, Marine Science
contact info
Name: Group Sales
Phone: 404-581-4000
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Georgia Aquarium
The Georgia Aquarium provides enjoyable, fascinating, and educational field trip experiences for all ages. Its 10 million gallons of fresh and marine water in exhibits and galleries are home to the largest amount of aquatic life you’ll ever find at an aquarium. The aquarium fosters a new appreciation for the world’s aquatic biodiversity through animal encounters, educational programs, “behind the seas” tours, overnight sleepovers, and more!
contact info
Hrs: See website.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Aquarium Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
• Did you know a sea cucumber can shoot its intestines at predators, and then regrow them, in order to avoid being eaten?
• An electric eel can produce 500 watts of electricity (that’s enough to light up 10 light bulbs) to frighten away predators.
• Dolphins sleep with one half of the brain and one eye open to watch for danger.
• No matter how many pieces you cut a sea sponge into each piece will continue living and growing.
• Ocean life can do amazing things to survive. As you visit an aquarium with your students, note the different ways animals defend themselves. Just like a squid, people wouldn’t bother you either if you squirted black ink in their face!
View Lesson Plan>>
FIELD TRIPS
The Georgia Aquarium offers Tuesdays in the Field for homeschool students, which focuses on new topics each month. During this program, homeschool students will have exclusive access to the interactive Aquanaut Adventures: A Discovery Zone exhibit. Georgia Aquarium educators are dispersed throughout the gallery to lead activities and help homeschoolers engage with the exhibit at their own pace. Homeschoolers will make observations, apply their knowledge, and draw conclusions while learning about conservation, animal classification, and more. Chaperones and homeschoolers can view the rest of the aquarium’s exhibits after the program. Varied topics include animal behavior, animals, career exploration, conservation, ecology, ecosystems, habitats, marine science, and more!
supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies, Science.
topics covered:
Animal Behavior, Animals, Career Exploration, Conservation, Ecology, Ecosystems, Habitats, Marine Science.
contact info
Email: [email protected]
INFO
VIRTUAL
Georgia Aquarium is excited to offer educators a chance to explore the aquarium from inside their own classroom or virtually at home. Come dive in with your students for an educational and fun virtual experience!
supports classroom learning in:
Environmental Studies, Science
topics covered:
Animal Behavior, Animals, Conservation, Ecology, Ecosystems, Habitats, Marine Science
contact info
Name: Group Sales
Phone: 404-581-4000
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Georgia Aquarium
The Georgia Aquarium provides enjoyable, fascinating, and educational field trip experiences for all ages. Its 10 million gallons of fresh and marine water in exhibits and galleries are home to the largest amount of aquatic life you’ll ever find at an aquarium. The aquarium fosters a new appreciation for the world’s aquatic biodiversity through animal encounters, educational programs, “behind the seas” tours, overnight sleepovers, and more!
contact info
Hrs: See website.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Aquarium Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
• Did you know a sea cucumber can shoot its intestines at predators, and then regrow them, in order to avoid being eaten?
• An electric eel can produce 500 watts of electricity (that’s enough to light up 10 light bulbs) to frighten away predators.
• Dolphins sleep with one half of the brain and one eye open to watch for danger.
• No matter how many pieces you cut a sea sponge into each piece will continue living and growing.
• Ocean life can do amazing things to survive. As you visit an aquarium with your students, note the different ways animals defend themselves. Just like a squid, people wouldn’t bother you either if you squirted black ink in their face!
View Lesson Plan>>
FAMILY OUTINGS
At the Georgia Aquarium, you and your family can dive into an unforgettable experience! Enjoy animal encounters with dolphins, penguins, sea lions, and more. View Under the Boardwalk live presentations featuring Georgia Aquarium’s incredible California sea lions. Try the VR Simulator to swim along with a massive Archelon sea turtle, marvel at a graceful long-necked Styxosaurus, and come face-to-face with a powerful Ginsu Shark! Varied topics include animal behavior, animals, career exploration, conservation, ecology, ecosystems, habitats, marine science, and more! Check the website for a list of all available programs and experiences. Perfect for all ages, Georgia Aquarium also offers all-inclusive birthday parties for a full day of fun without all the stress of planning!
topics covered:
Animal Behavior, Animals, Career Exploration, Conservation, Ecology, Ecosystems, Habitats, Marine Science.
contact info
Phone: 404-581-4000
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Georgia Aquarium
The Georgia Aquarium provides enjoyable, fascinating, and educational field trip experiences for all ages. Its 10 million gallons of fresh and marine water in exhibits and galleries are home to the largest amount of aquatic life you’ll ever find at an aquarium. The aquarium fosters a new appreciation for the world’s aquatic biodiversity through animal encounters, educational programs, “behind the seas” tours, overnight sleepovers, and more!
contact info
Hrs: See website.
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Aquarium Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
• Did you know a sea cucumber can shoot its intestines at predators, and then regrow them, in order to avoid being eaten?
• An electric eel can produce 500 watts of electricity (that’s enough to light up 10 light bulbs) to frighten away predators.
• Dolphins sleep with one half of the brain and one eye open to watch for danger.
• No matter how many pieces you cut a sea sponge into each piece will continue living and growing.
• Ocean life can do amazing things to survive. As you visit an aquarium with your students, note the different ways animals defend themselves. Just like a squid, people wouldn’t bother you either if you squirted black ink in their face!
View Lesson Plan>>