We've taken a few educational boat trips over the years but yours was by far the best all-around experience. The highlight had to be the breadth of sea life we pulled up and got a chance to investigate, interact with and, of course, learn about."

– Rockland County, NY, camp director

Fun & Learning

Sand Tiger Shark Fun Fact

Looks closely at the sand tiger sharks in the "Ocean Beyond the Sound" exhibit. Their snout and jaws are covered in tiny holes. These are receptors for the sharks' "sixth sense" – their ability to detect bioelectric fields emitted by other animals (including potential prey).

New York Standardized Marine Science Standards for Maritime Aquarium Educational Programs

1	Similarities and Differences
2	Genetics Creates Continuity
3	Organisms Change Over Time
4	Reproduction and Development
5	Dynamic Equilibrium
6	Interdependences
7	Human Impact

To compare science standards for each program, we suggest you open the link below in a new window. Then you can refer to standards side-by-side with each program description.

2012-13 Resource Guide_.pdf