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Mar 13

Craft Your Coastline: What’s Brewing with Oyster Restoration

Slimy, mouthwatering, revolting, or savory- each of us has a different word to describe the Eastern oyster or Crassostrea virginica. One thing that we can all agree on is their importance. This time of year, oyster roasts are a common trend unique to the Lowcountry. On February 21, Michael Hodges,…
Feb 19

A Blue Vision: A Bright Future for Our Oceans

The Great Ocean Tank, the largest habitat at the South Carolina Aquarium, served as the backdrop for the fourth Holland Lifelong Learning lecture. David Helvarg, Executive Director of an ocean conservation group called Blue Frontier, was given a warm Charleston welcome. Today, Helvarg organizes Blue Vision Summits, which bring together…
Nov 11

America Recycles Day is November 15

Do you know? Since 2001, the Aquarium has recycled more than 150 tons of everything from cardboard to paper to wine corks to ink cartridges. Recycling is one of the most important actions you can take to protect the Earth. With just a few simple changes to your routine, you…
Sep 16

Meet the Aquarium’s Director of Conservation, Albert George

“Conservation used to be about protecting the animals’ habitat. Now … it’s about protecting our habitat.” - Albert George Every day when he comes to work, Albert takes on challenges that, to some, may seem insurmountable. But for this charismatic individual, the conservation issues facing South Carolina’s future aren’t daunting.…
Sep 14

Aquarium Staff Participates in Dolphin Study in Florida

Just how healthy is the ocean along the East Coast? Dolphins could be key in finding the answer to that question and could also provide insight into long-term human health risks. Meghan Galipeau, Visitor Engagement Training Coordinator at the South Carolina Aquarium, recently participated in a dolphin study to answer…
Aug 20

Sea Turtle Release Fast Facts

Seeing a rehabilitated turtle being released back into the wild is one of the most rewarding moments for everyone involved in the Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Care Center. Sea turtle releases are truly an amazing sight to behold and represent the Sea Turtle Care Center's role in helping to ensure the future…
Jul 17

Make your Aquarium Event Zero Waste

We are constantly striving to find new ways to protect the environment with improved Green efforts. From the energy efficiency of our building to the sustainable seafood choices we make, caring for the planet is at the heart of everything we do at the Aquarium. Whether you're planning a swanky…
Jul 15

Two Endangered Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtles Return to the Wild

Two endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles are back in the wild after successful rehabilitation by the South Carolina Aquarium Sea Turtle Rescue Program. The juvenile sea turtles, Prescott and Kingsbury, were part of a mass stranding event in New England in November 2014 where more than 1,000 sea turtles were…
Dec 12

8 Tips for a Greener Holiday

1. Hosting a party? Use reusable glassware, recyclable plasticware, and cloth napkins. 2. Turn that drawer full of old holiday cards into gift tags by cutting out festive shapes and attaching to gift box. 3. Purchase local, organic ingredients for your holiday meal. Don’t forget your reusable bags when you…
Mar 27

Ted Turner the 2013 South Carolina Aquarium Environmental Stewardship Award Recipient

CHARLESTON, S.C. —March 27, 2013 —Join the South Carolina Aquarium and conservation-focused residents of South Carolina for the Aquarium’s largest annual fund-raiser, the Oceans Gala. This black-tie event, taking place April 27, 2013, recognizes individuals and organizations that have worked to protect the environment and our oceans. This year the…
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