The laboratory is fully outfitted to flexibly support the full range of programs developed by Mote SEA educational staff. Large murals and animal enclosures communicate the theme of watersheds and connected habitats. Inside, they see students actively participating in group activities. Marine Ecology Teaching Laboratoryįrom the lobby, visitors see transparent, bold graphics celebrating marine ecology on the glass walls of the laboratory. Visitors may participate in hands-on activities such as a Milton Bradley Mousetrap-like construction game that provides insights into experimental pathways and methods often involved in linear research. cone snail venom used to develop new pain-relief medicines, appear on a digital smart board. A multi-touch table encourages further exploration of bio medicine and immunology.Ĭompleting the interior design are several tanks containing live animals such as sponges, sea squirts, and small fishes currently under investigation for their potential role in advancing biomedicine. A digital microscope station allows visitors to explore this microscopic world. When a classroom is not being used for organized group programs, visitors may enter this staff/docent-guided space. There is a large format, touch-sensitive LED display for interactive presentations, digital microscope stations, plenty of counter space for display tanks and terrariums, sinks, and movable tables, which can be arranged in various configurations. The classroom is fully outfitted to flexibly support the full range of programs developed by Mote SEA education staff. An intriguing environment with a collection of circular, greatly enlarged microphotographs of marine animal cells and tissues that wraps from a feature wall onto the ceilings communicates a biological research theme. Inside they see students actively participating in group activities. If you are looking for fun things to do with kids on a holiday don’t forget to visit Mote Marine!Ībout the Author - Jenna Hatfield is a life-long resident of Bonita Springs, Florida and mother of two boys.From the lobby, visitors will see transparent, bold, super graphics celebrating biomedicine on the glass walls of the laboratory. Mote Aquarium is located at 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway and is open 365 days a year (including holidays) from 10am to 5pm. It’s a must-do if you are planning a day trip and a why-not if you find yourself in the area. There is so many different types of sea animals and creatures from sea turtles, manatees, jellyfish, seahorse and so much more! If you have kids visiting Mote Marine is a fun thing to do in Southwest Florida. ![]() The best part about the Mote Marine is that their goal is to educate the public about protecting our oceans. Our last trip to Sarasota, Florida brought us to Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium. ![]() With two little people in tow these fun stops are important. ![]() ![]() When we make the trip we always try to find fun things to do along the way. Our family has to regularly travel an hour and a half to the Sarasota area to see a pediatric eye specialist. Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium 94/365 Things to Do
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