Have you always wondered what it takes to care for the animals at the Aquarium? Work alongside our Husbandry team to prepare food, monitor water quality and observe animal feedings in this half-day behind the scenes adventure!
When:
Saturday mornings from 8am until noon
Cost:
$175 plus HST
*Annual pass holders save 20%
Must be 14 years or older to participate, limit of two (2) participants per time slot.
8:15 -Food Prep with Diver
8:45 – Exhibit Cleaning with Aquarist
9:00 – DO’s and Water Quality with Aquarist
9:30 – Specific Exhibit Experiences with varying Aquarists
10:30 – Snack Break
11:00-Spotted Eagle Ray Enrichment
*subject to change without notice, we reserve the right to cancel any program for the health/safety of our animals.
Please refer to the confirmation email you received for the date and time of your Aquarist for a Day. Currently Aquarist for Day is only offered on Saturdays.
Please wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Rubber soled, closed-toe shoes are mandatory. Please also bring a bathing suit.
Please meet at the coat check area in the lobby at the start time indicated in your confirmation email.
No, this experience begins before the Aquarium is open to the public. You can visit the Aquarium after completing the program.
Participants age 14 and up are welcome to take part in the experience.
The entire Aquarist for a Day is 4 hours. This does not include time to visit all exhibits. Participants can visit the Aquarium after the program finishes.
Yes, Aquarium staff will accompany participants at all times. Participants will have the opportunity to prepare food for our animals (including handling a knife), and observe various animal feedings. All participants will be required to sign a waiver prior to participating. (If you are under the age of 18 years old, a parent or guardian will be required to sign the waiver PRIOR to your participation in the program).
No, the Aquarist for a Day involves only entering shallow water.
Only Aquarium husbandry staff members are permitted to feed our animals.
More than 7 days in the advance, full refund.
Less than 7 days, but more than 48 hours, 50% refund.
Less than 48 hours’ notice, no refund.
Please note we reserve the right to cancel this program at any time to ensure the health and/or safety of our animals.
Two (2) people can participate per timeslot.
Aquarist for a Day includes:
Admission to the Aquarium
a behind the scenes tour of the Aquarium through animal care areas and filtration systems
access to a change room
souvenir T-shirt, water bottle and multi-tool
light refreshment in the café
8:00 am Meet in the lobby at 8am, welcome
8:15 am Food Prep
8:45 am Exhibit cleaning with Aquarist
9:00 am DO’s and water quality with Aquarist
9:30 am Specific Exhibit Experiences with varying Aquarists
10:30 am Snack Break
11:00 am Spotted Eagle Ray Enrichment
11:50 am Wrap up
*subject to change without notice.
Preregistration is required. Walk-ups cannot be accommodated.
For the majority of the program you will be in behind the scenes areas not visible to the public.
During the Eagle Ray enrichment, Aquarium guests will be able to watch.
Yes, however some modification may need to be made depending on the disability. Please speak with Aquarium staff prior to booking.
Shellfish are often fed to Aquarium animals. Depending on the severity of your allergy, you may be at risk.
No, all electronics will be required to be stored in a locker for the duration of the program.