Underwater Scout Adventure!
SEA LIFE at Mall of America takes pride in providing an exciting and fun opportunity for scout troops while also giving them a whole new perspective on the wonders of the ocean. Spend the day exploring over 11 exhibits, thousands of sea creatures and over 200 species in an immersive setting – all the while creating an unforgettable experience for you and your scouts.
Scout Groups
Bring your Scout group on the ultimate field trip! Inspirational for all ages, SEA LIFE Aquarium offers groups of 10+ the opportunity to explore the creatures that live in our lakes, rivers and oceans through interactive, hands-on experiences.
- Tickets starting at $12+tax per child ages 2-12, $15+tax for adults ages 13 and up
- Minimum of 10 paid child tickets required to receive group rates
- Advanced pre-paid reservations are required a minimum of 14 days in advance
- Download the Group Preparation Guide for more details
Tax Exempt Groups:
If your organized group is tax exempt, please send sales@sealifeus.com a copy of your MN tax exempt document to receive instructions on how to make your reservation.
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Oceanography Workshop
Bring your Scouts to SEA LIFE for our FIN-tastic oceanography workshop! Our 2-hour workshop will bring the amazing and inspiring underwater world to life for your scouts as they swim towards earning their merit badge.
- Workshop starts at $25+tax per scout, $10+tax for adults
- Includes general admission
- 1 free chaperone for every 5 scouts
- 10-person minimum required to book workshop, 30-person maximum
- Workshop meets five of the requirements towards the Oceanography Merit Badge:
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Requirement 1: Name 4 branches of oceanography. Describe at least 5 reasons why it is important for people to learn about the oceans.
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Requirement 5: List the main salts, gases, and nutrients in sea water. Describe some important properties of water. Tell how the animals and plants of the ocean affect the chemical composition of seawater. Explain how differences in evaporation and precipitation affect the salt content of the oceans.
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Requirement 6: Describe some of the biologically important properties of seawater. Define benthos, nekton, and plankton. Name some of the plants and animals that make up each of these groups. Describe the place and importance of phytoplankton in the oceanic food chain.
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Requirement 8: Visit one of the following: oceanographic institute, marine laboratory, or marine aquarium.
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Requirement 9: Describe 4 methods that marine scientists use to investigate the ocean, underlying geology, and organisms living in the water.
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Email: sales@sealifeus.com or Call: 952-883-0202 to check availability and to reserve your Oceanography Workshop today!
Self-Guided Aquarium Activities
Our Educational Visit Guides explore animal behavior, habitats, adaptations, ecosystems, anatomy and water chemistry and more. These guides provide exciting and inspiring information linked to key displays throughout the aquarium to help teachers engage young children to get the most out of their visit.
Free downloadable teacher guides are are available below for students ages 3-5 and 6-11.
Each guide includes accompanying 'explorer sheets' containing activities. You may wish to print out copies of those pages for each child to complete before, after or during your visit.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Admire over 11 exhibits, thousands of sea creatures and over 200 species in an immersive setting
- Encounter a vast array of creatures including sharks, rays, green sea turtles and more
- Learn how you can make the oceans a better place through our conservation program
- Gaze at creatures swimming overhead in our 360-degree ocean tunnel
- Touch a anemone, urchin, sea star & other rockpool creatures in the Interactive Touchpool
- Daily educational creature talks that your class can attend
SCOUT DAYS
Individual scouts and their immediate family members can visit during our special Scout Days scheduled select dates throughout the year and save over 40% on tickets! Be sure to wear your scout uniform when you visit!
Upcoming Scout Days: TBD
HOW TO RESERVE YOUR TRIP:
Paying with Credit Card:
- Reservations are required a minimum of 2 weeks in advance.
- All reservations must be made online through the secure Online Booking Portal.
- Group tickets are timed & dated.
- Payments must be made with a credit card at time of booking.
- Payment types accepted: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.
- Additional tickets cannot be added to your original reservation after your order is made. We suggest booking for the maximum amount of people anticipated in your group.
- If additional tickets are required upon arrival, the higher walk up group rate may apply.
- Paid reservation may be cancelled or rescheduled any time prior to 48 hours of your original visit date.
- Tickets expire on the date and time they are purchased for.
- Groups that arrive without a reservation are not guaranteed entry and will be charged the walk-up admission rate.
- For more information, please refer to the Group Preparation Guide prior to buying tickets.
Paying by Check (organized groups only):
- Reservations are required a minimum of 2 weeks in advance. Discounted pricing is not available at the door.
- Submit our online booking request and a booking coordinator will get back to you within 72 hours.
- All prices are subject to tax. Tax exempt forms must be submitted before payment.
- Payment is due 10 business days prior to your visit date by check.
- Changes including final visitor count and cancellation can be made up until point of payment. Once paid, bookings are non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Submit your booking request here
IMPORTANT VISIT INFORMATION:
- Groups should plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled time. This will allow time for the group leader to check in and SEA LIFE Aquarium staff to provide instructions for the day!
- Larger schools and groups are asked to arrange into smaller group segments prior to arrival and entry is staggered to avoid congestion in the Exhibit Areas.
- All buses and shuttles are required by the Mall of America Security Team to drop off and pick up students at the North Entrance. Detailed instructions will be provided once your reservation has been made.
- SEA LIFE does not have eating facilities on-site. If your group plans on eating while visiting MOA, you may go to either the North or South Food Court both located on the 3rd floor. SEA LIFE can store your lunches onsite during your visit if needed.
Ready to Book?
If you require further information on group visits please contact our booking team. We'll be more than happy to provide all the information you need to ensure you have a memorable, inspiring experience. Email: sales@sealifeus.com
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