This document outlines the goals and logistics for teacher orientation related to field trips at an aquarium, emphasizing the connection to Maryland's VSC science standards. It details the exhibits, animals, educational programs, and planning resources available for the 2008-2009 school year, including admission prices and schedules. Additionally, it provides information for post-visit learning and opportunities for conservation activities and professional development for educators.

1. TEACHER ORIENTATION 2008-2009 SCHOOL YEAR

2. PRESENTATION GOALS How to connect field trip to the Maryland VSC What students will see and do Help you with planning and logistics Post-visit learning

3. OUR MISSION … to inspire people to enjoy, respect, and protect the aquatic world. If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water. Loren Eisley

4. VSC SCIENCE STANDARDS EXHIBITS SKILLS EARTH/SPACE LIFE CHEM PHYSICS ENV’L AUSTRALIA ATLANTIC CORAL REEF CHESAPEAKE BAY RAINFOREST SHARKS/ DOLPHINS Good fit Better fit

5. AQUARIUM BY THE NUMBERS Main Aquarium opened (Pier 3) 1981 Marine Mammal Pavilion (Pier 4) opened in 1991 Animal Planet Australia: Wild Extremes (Glass Pavilion) opened 2005 Over 1.6 million visitors each year ~16,000 animals covering ~700 different species Total of 2.61 million gallons of water

6. EXHIBITS AND HABITATS GLASS PAVILION Animal Planet Australia: Wild Extremes PIER 3 PAVILION Level 1 – Wings in the Water Level 2 – Maryland: Mountains to the Sea Level 3 - Surviving Through Adaptation Level 4 – Sea Cliffs, Kelp Forest, Pacific Coral Reef, Amazon River Forest Level 5 – Upland Tropical Rain Forest, Hidden Life PIER 4 PAVILION Dolphin Amphitheater Children’s Discovery Corner Traveling Exhibit

7. VISITOR GUIDE MAP

8. ANIMAL PLANET AUSTRALIA GLASS PAVILION

9. CHESAPEAKE BAY PIER 3 & WATERFRONT PARK

10. SURVIVING through ADAPTATIONS PIER 3 PAVILION, LEVEL 3

11. NORTH ATLANTIC - PACIFIC PIER 3 PAVILION, LEVEL 4 Sea Cliffs Pacific Coral Reef Kelp Forest

12. RAINFORESTS PIER 3 PAVILION, LEVELS 4 & 5 Amazon River Forest Amazon Rain Forest

13. ATLANTIC CORAL REEF PIER 3 PAVILION

14. DOLPHINS PIER 4 PAVILION Atlantic bottlenose dolphins Cetaceans (toothed whales) Diet of squid, fish, crustaceans 6’ to 12’; up to 800 pounds Calf born in July at NAIB

15. SHARKS PIER 3 PAVILION Sand tiger sharks grow to 10’ and 350 lbs. skeleton of cartilage stays buoyant by burping candidate for endangered species list

16. FISH PIER 3, 4 AND GLASS PAVILIONS Lined seahorse Green moray eel Picasso triggerfish Clownfish Lionfish Stingray Sturgeon Archerfish

17. BIRDS PIER 3 AND GLASS PAVILIONS Kookaburra Gouldian finch Rainbow lorikeet Scarlet ibis

18. REPTILES PIER 3 and GLASS PAVILIONS Eyelash viper Snake-necked turtle Green sea turtle Freshwater crocodile

19. AMPHIBIANS PIER 3 and PIER 4 PAVILIONS Frogs : A Chorus of Colors - Pier 4 Pavilion Closes November 1 Panamanian golden frog Blue poison dart frogs See frogs in Hidden Life exhibit Green and back poison dart frog

20. INVERTEBRATES PIER 3 PAVILIONS Curly hair tarantula Giant Pacific octopus Sea star Hermit crab Upsidedown jelly Coral

21. OTHER MAMMALS PIER 3 and GLASS PAVILIONS Golden lion tamarin Grey-headed flying fox

22. PRESENTATIONS AND PROGRAMS Dolphin Show 4-D Immersion Theater Watershed Moments Education Programs Children’s Discovery Corner Animal Demonstrations and Feedings

23. DOLPHIN SHOW PIER 4 PAVILION PLAY! 11:30 am 1:30 pm 3:30 pm 5:00 pm (Mon-Thur) Included in your admission, if space available when you make reservation.

24. IMMERSION THEATHER PIER 3 PAVILION Planet Earth: Shallow Seas Explores some of the world's richest coral reefs and shallow coastal waters. 15 minutes $4 per person

25. WATERSHED MOMENTS IMMERSION THEATER Fun, interactive program about the Chesapeake Bay for students of all ages. FREE Tuesday’s at 10 and 11 am 20 minutes Call (410) 576-3833 to reserve space

26. EDUCATION PROGRAMS PIER 4 PAVILION Classroom, Auditorium and Behind the Scenes Grades Pre K – 12 Monday – Friday Program offerings, pgs 7-8 FREE to first 3,000 students

27. CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY CORNER PIER 4 PAVILION

28. ANIMAL FEEDINGS PIER 3, 4 & GLASS PAVILIONS Dive Feeding 10:30 am & 2:30 pm Wings in the Water 11:30 am & 3:30 pm Atlantic Coral Reef Sea Cliffs Feeding 11:00 am 3:00 pm

29. WINGS AND THINGS PIER 3 PAVILION Wings and Things Up close encounter with some of the Aquarium’s inhabitants Several show times each day

30. PLAN A FIELD TRIP BEFORE THE VISIT 1. Make a Reservation (410) 576-3833 [email_address] Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-4:30 pm 2. Contract and Payment 3. Pre trip Planning Packet 4. Visit www.aqua.org 5. Chaperones

31. ADMISSION PRICES FREE ADMISSION for ALL Maryland schools from September through February Grades Aquarium, only Aquarium + Dolphin Show Aquarium + 4D Total Package Pre K- 6 $9.95 $10.95 $12.95 $13.95 7 – 12 $11.95 $12.95 $14.95 $15.95 Additional Chaperones $18.95 $21.95 $21.95 $24.95

32. PLANNING PACKET DEAR EDUCATOR

33. PLANNING PACKET CHECKLISTS

34. PLANNING PACKET CHAPERONE INFORMATION

35. PLANNING PACKET SCAVENGER HUNT

36. PLANNING PACKET SOUVENIRS AND AQUADOPT

37. PLANNING PACKET BOX LUNCHES

38. PLANNING PACKET PARENT’S LETTER

39. ONLINE TRIP PLANNER WWW.AQUA.ORG

40. PREPARE YOUR STUDENTS Review Planning Packet with students Conduct pre-trip activity from Student Activity Guides Send copy of Parent’s letter home Remind about proper behavior, footwear Visit www.aqua.org with students

41. CHAPERONES How many chaperones can I bring? See page 3 in School Program brochure Chaperones must stay with their students at all times and are responsible for students’ behavior Use cell phones responsibly Sound travels through water Teaching tips

42. NO FOOD OR BEVERAGES INSIDE

43. LUNCH OPTIONS Pre-Order Box Lunches Sample Menu Turkey & Cheese Sub, Ham & Cheese Sub, Cheeseburger, Hamburger, Hot Dog, Peanut Butter & Jelly $6/person All include beverage and fruit, chips or cookies More Information (410) 808-1722 [email_address]

44. DURING THE FIELD TRIP ARRIVAL Camden Yards Lots C and J C entral Parking Systems Richard Nowak 410-347-9330 www.baltimore.org

45. SAFETY MOVALATORS, ESCALTORS

46. DIGITAL MESSAGE BOARDS

47. GIFTSHOP GLASS PAVILION LEVEL 2

48. AFTER YOUR FIELD TRIP EDUCATION OUTREACH

49. AFTER YOUR FIELD TRIP ONLINE SURVEY www.aqua.org/survey-teacher/

50. AFTER YOUR FIELD TRIP POST ACTIVITIES www.aqua.org/educators_booklets.html

51. AFTER YOUR FIELD TRIP CONSERVATION ACTIVITIES Grades 5th – 12 th Action inspired by a visit to the Aquarium or one of its events or programs. Nominations accepted from: Teacher Youth group leader Aquarium staff member Other community member www.aqua.org/muddyfeet

52. AFTER YOUR FIELD TRIP BECOME A GREEN SCHOOL Use environment as a context for learning Model best environmental practices Work with partners on projects that help the environment www.maeoe.org

53. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES October 25, 2008 Ocean Exploration, Part II February 6, 2009 Project WILD March 13-14, 2009 Teacher Sleepover April 4, 2009 Ocean Exploration, Part I Call 410-576-3833 [email_address] See page 13 for more information

54. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Many positions available Exhibit Guides Divers Animal Care At least 3 ½ hours per week Free parking Professional training Call (410) 576-3886, volunteer@aqua.org

55. SUMMARY Discussed the field trip objectives Learned about the animals and exhibits Learned about resources to help you plan the field trip Introduced some ideas for post-visit learning

56. QUESTIONS Jennifer Durkin School Programs Coordinator (410) 576-3871 [email_address] Joe Harber Education Programs Director (410) 659-4272 [email_address]