SEA WORLD
SAN DIEGO
Animal information online and by phone: A leader in conservation and education, Anheuser-Busch Adventure Parks maintain one of the largest animal information Web sites designed especially for students, parents and teachers at www.swbg-animals.org. Via the Internet, this educational resource includes colorful photographs and information on animals, wildlife research and animal behavior studies. SeaWorld and Busch Gardens animal experts answer animal questions at shamu@seaworld.org.
SeaWorld Adventure Camps
allow children and teens to explore the world of animals and get involved in some serious spring and summer fun. Children in grades four through 12 can participate in SeaWorld Resident Camp. They spend six nights at SeaWorld and discover firsthand how to care for the park’s animals. Out-of-park excursions also are part of the adventure in this ultimate resident camp. During SeaWorld Day Camp, children from preschool through high school learn about SeaWorld animals, make crafts and play games. All camps are accredited by the American Camp Association. For more information, visit www.swbgadventurecamps.com or call (800) 25-SHAMU (press 4).SeaWorld Birthday Tours include interactive opportunities with animals, such as touching sea stars at the California Tide Pool; a Shamu plush animal for the birthday child; cake; and age-appropriate songs and animal information. For additional information and reservations call (800) 25-SHAMU (press 4). SeaWorld Sleepovers are available throughout the year for children in second grade through high school. Younger children and their parents may experience the thrill of a SeaWorld Sleepover on exclusive dates throughout the year.
Guests awake to see manatees, sharks, Commerson’s dolphins, beluga whales or penguins. Fun-filled activities educate children about the animals’ habitats, behaviors and characteristics. Sleepovers include a T-shirt, youth-friendly dinner, hot breakfast, structured program and admission to SeaWorld the next day. Advanced reservations are required. For more information visit www.swbg-adventurecamps.com or call (800) 25-SHAMU (press 4).
School Groups: Field trips, special tours, Resident and Day Camps, Sleepovers and other programs are available for preschool age through adult. The SeaWorld Education programs support the National Science Standards. For additional information call (800) 25-SHAMU (press 4).
Youth Patch Program: For scouts and other youth groups, marine-life-themed patches complement this self-guided program. Offered daily year-round. For details call (800) 25-SHAMU (press 3).
