Behind the Scenes Tour at the Long Island Aquarium

Tour Leaders: Long Island Aquarium Staff Member and SOFO Staff Member

Go behind-the-scenes to see firsthand what is involved in creating a hospitable environment for the aquariums aquatic residents and our visitors. Learn about the science behind all the systems and procedures necessary to keep the aquarium’s live animal exhibits up and running every day. You can even feed their clownfish!

There is a $5 fee per participant for this program, payable to the Aquarium. Registration is limited. This program is for adults, teens, and children age 10 and older.

Please note that, as mandated by the latest State Executive Order regarding COVID-19 safety precautions, our outdoor nature walks and programs will at all times follow stringent six-feet distancing separation protocols required by the Department of Health for the safety of our participants and environmental educators. We will provide masks and gloves for all attendees.

Advanced reservations are required for all events. To register for this program, which has limited enrollment please contact us at [email protected] or call 631-537-9735. Spots will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis.

January 3, 2021

Behind the Scenes Tour at the Long Island Aquarium

When: February 6, 2021 @ 1:00 pm

Behind the Scenes Tour at the Long Island Aquarium Tour Leaders: Long Island Aquarium Staff Member and SOFO Staff Member Go behind-the-scenes to see firsthand what[...]

November 22, 2020

The Wildlife of Cupsogue County Park

When: December 27, 2020 @ 11:00 am

The Wildlife of Cupsogue County Park Walk Leader: Rachel Speckenbach, SOFO Environmental Educator Cupsogue Beach County Park is a biodiverse area of Long Island’s barrier islands.[...]

November 22, 2020

The Chickadee’s World: A Walk at the Elizabeth Morton National Wildlife Refuge with John Turner

When: January 23, 2021 @ 8:00 am
Where: Noyack

The Chickadee’s World: A Walk at the Elizabeth Morton National Wildlife Refuge with John Turner Walk Leader: John Turner, environmental educator, advocate, author and SOFO Board[...]

November 22, 2020

CANCELED Trail Walk at Montauk’s Big Reed Pond (3-mile)

When: January 23, 2021 @ 1:00 pm
Where: Montauk

CANCELED Trail Walk at Montauk’s Big Reed Pond (3-mile) Walk Leader: Jake Kushner, SOFO Environmental Educator Winter is a fantastic time of year to enjoy the[...]

November 22, 2020

Vernal Pool Walk—Their Ecological Importance

When: February 6, 2021 @ 10:30 am
Where: Bridgehampton

Vernal Pool Walk—Their Ecological Importance Walk Leader: Jake Kushner, SOFO Environmental Educator Vernal pools are isolated seasonal wetlands found throughout the Northeast. These unique wetlands provide[...]

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