By Mary Fomby
CARE on the Coast Raises Support and Awareness for Sea Turtles
The Gulfarium CARE Center recently hosted its second annual CARE on the Coast fundraiser, and thanks to the incredible support of our community, it was a wave of success for sea turtle conservation! Held on April 26 at the Gulfarium, the event welcomed hundreds of guests for an evening of live music, delicious food, animal presentations, and conservation-focused activities.
The highlight of the night was the chance to celebrate the rescue and rehabilitation work being done year-round by the CARE Center team. Guests met local sea turtle experts, bid in a silent auction, and enjoyed special presentations that underscored the importance of protecting endangered marine life. All proceeds from the event go directly toward the care of injured sea turtles brought to the Center throughout the year.
We are incredibly grateful to our sponsors, vendors, and supporters who helped make CARE on the Coast such a memorable night. To learn more about the CARE Center or how you can contribute, visit Gulfarium.com/carecenter.
Meet Lil Joe and Inigo at Manatee Cove—Now Open!
Get ready to float into something new! Gulfarium is proud to welcome guests to Manatee Cove, our newly renovated habitat dedicated to rescued manatees in need of long-term care. This first-of-its-kind exhibit in the Florida Panhandle is now home to Lil Joe and Inigo, two gentle giants who are inspiring a new wave of manatee conservation.
Formerly a dolphin habitat, the 300,000-gallon space has been transformed with manatee-focused features like resting ledges, specialized life support systems, and an on-site medical area. As part of the Manatee Rescue and Rehabilitation Partnership, the Gulfarium is helping relieve pressure on critical care facilities and offering these threatened marine mammals a second chance at recovery.
Guests can visit Manatee Cove during their trip to the Gulfarium, where daily educational chats and interactive displays highlight the threats manatees face in the wild—and how each of us can help protect them. Don’t miss your chance to meet Lil Joe and Inigo and learn their incredible stories of resilience and hope.
Gulfarium Invites Kids to Sunset Camp for an Unforgettable Experience
During Sunset Camp, young explorers will have the opportunity to engage with our incredible dolphin pod in a dockside encounter, learn from our expert trainers and education specialists, enjoy an exploratory venture along the Emerald Coast beach at dusk, eat dinner next to our pinniped friends at Seal Harbor, and participate in hands-on activities designed to inspire a love for conservation and marine life.
Spaces are limited, so be sure to reserve your child’s spot today for an unforgettable Sunset Camp experience at the Gulfarium!
All information regarding dates, tickets and requirements can be found at Gulfarium.com.
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