Are you new to the area? Have recent wildfires raised concerns about safety and preparedness? Want practical guidance on how to protect your family, pets, and property during emergencies? Join Glynn County in partnership with UGA Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant for the Glynn County Prep Rally, a free, open‑house–style community event designed to help residents prepare for and respond to disasters....
Every Tuesday throughout June and July, visitors to the UGA Aquarium will have special opportunities to see our ambassador turtles up close during feeding, sunning, or soaking sessions! Get a special look at animal husbandry in action as our diamondback terrapins, box turtles, spotted turtles, and more enjoy their essential care routines. Don’t miss these unique moments to observe and learn...
Every Wednesday in June and July, join aquarium staff for a 30-minute show-and-tell program featuring live animals such as horseshoe crabs, snakes, crabs, and more! Creature Feature programs will take place outside at our covered pavilion, which sits adjacent to the UGA Aquarium on Skidaway Island. All ages are welcome, but children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Creature Feature programs are included in the...
On Thursday mornings in June and July, we'll have arts and crafts time at the UGA Aquarium! Education staff will share a new craft each week featuring coastal animals, plants and history. Crafts might include origami whales, paper sea turtles, plant pressings or oyster shell creations. Coastal Crafting programs will take place at our outdoor covered pavilion, which sits adjacent to the aquarium on the bluff. All ages are welcome, but children under 18 must be...
Grab your sense of adventure and come explore Georgia’s beautiful coastal rivers and sounds by boat. Witness the rich diversity of coastal Georgia’s habitats. We may see ospreys fishing, roseate spoonbills flying overhead or dolphins spy hopping! You never know what you’ll observe out on the water. This trip may involve a stop for participants to get off the boat to stretch, but you are welcome...
On Fridays in June, July and August, guests can watch mealtime in the aquarium as marine educators feed a variety of animals. Learn fascinating facts about the animals' diets, behaviors, and feeding techniques while observing marine life enjoying their meals. All ages are welcome, but children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Friday Feeding programs are included in the cost of admission to the UGA Aquarium. Registration...
We’re celebrating World Ocean Day at the UGA Aquarium on Saturday, June 6! Dive into a full day of ocean-themed activities, including art projects, games and hands-on science. The UGA Aquarium will be open to visitors free of charge! Learn how scientists use NASA data to help coastal communities plan for the future, discover how small actions can make a...
Climb aboard the UGA Aquarium’s research vessel, the R/V Sea Dawg, for a trawl in Wassaw Sound! Participants will actively contribute to marine sampling efforts by working alongside marine educators to collect, sort, and identify a variety of marine organisms collected as part of the trawl. All data collected contributes to the Georgia Department of...
Every Tuesday throughout June and July, visitors to the UGA Aquarium will have special opportunities to see our ambassador turtles up close during feeding, sunning, or soaking sessions! Get a special look at animal husbandry in action as our diamondback terrapins, box turtles, spotted turtles, and more enjoy their essential care routines. Don’t miss these unique moments to observe and learn...
Every Wednesday in June and July, join aquarium staff for a 30-minute show-and-tell program featuring live animals such as horseshoe crabs, snakes, crabs, and more! Creature Feature programs will take place outside at our covered pavilion, which sits adjacent to the UGA Aquarium on Skidaway Island. All ages are welcome, but children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Creature Feature programs are included in the...
This webinar will cover Chatham County’s Resilience Roadmap, a county-led initiative focused on preparing for and responding to its most pressing challenges. We will review the project’s progress to date, highlighting locally developed strategies designed for replication in other communities. By building on existing efforts and addressing critical gaps, the Roadmap sets priority actions to...
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the UGA Aquarium? You’re in luck! Spend the afternoon exploring our exhibits before learning what it’s like to care for our ambassador animals during tours led by aquarium staff. Participants will gain access to areas not typically open to the public. Animal feeding might also be part of the tour. Registration is required for...