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Sea SPAM

Weekend Programs

Each month we will explore a different marine science topic and discover fascinating facts.  Have fun and get messy doing science, eating pizza, and creating art.  Enjoy watching a film to make this evening a 5-star outing! 

Register today for Fall 2023 Sea SPAM!

Sea SPAM Details

  • One Saturday evening each month
  • Ages - 6 - 9 (1st - 4th grade)
  • Time - 4:30p.m. - 8:00p.m. 
  • Cost - $40 per student (includes pizza)
  • Location - UNCW Center for Marine Science

Fall 2023 Programs

Sensational Sediment

September 30

Rock and roll into the fall with MarineQuest as we explore the sensational sediment found all around us.  Discover there is more to the ground than meets the eye.  Explore the Mohs Hardness Scale, uncover the beauty of the sands of the world, and take home your own sand-inspired masterpiece.

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Spooky and Slimy Sea Creatures

October 28

It's spooky season!  Join MarineQuest as we investigate some of the slimiest and strangest sea creatures from hagfish to the blobfish.  Discover why GloFish glow, test your knowledge about what's real and fake in the ocean.

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Turkeyfish: All About Lionfish

November 18

It's turkey time!  This month as Sea SPAM, discover the wonders and woes of the Turkeyfish-better known as lionfish.  Explore the conundrums this beautiful creature has created in the Atlantic Ocean and how you can help.

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Birds of the Sea

December 9

Soar into December as we investigate incredible sea birds.  From ospreys to albatrosses, discover how these creatures remain light enough to reach incredible heights while remaining stron enough to be fearsome predators.  

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Cancellation Policy

Due to advance preparation and purchasing required for this program, NO REFUNDS will be provided for Sea SPAM.  

Sea SPAM: Sensational Sediment

September 30 Rock and roll into the fall with MarineQuest as we explore the sensational sediment found all around us. Discover there is more to the ground than meets the eye. Explore the Mohs Hardness scale, uncover the beauty of the sands of the world, and take home your own sand-inspired masterpiece.

Register Here
Dolphins swimming through the water

Sea SPAM: Spooky & Slimy Sea Creatures

October 28 It’s spooky season! Join MarineQuest as we investigate some of the slimiest and strangest sea creatures from hagfish to blobfish. Discover why GloFish glow, test your knowledge about what’s real and fake in the ocean.

Register Here
Sunrise at Kure Beach with stars in the sky

Sea SPAM: Turkeyfish

November 18 It's turkey time! This month at Sea SPAM, discover the wonders and woes of the Turkeyfish-better known as lionfish. Explore the conundrums this beautiful creature has created in the Atlantic Ocean and how you can help.

Register Here
Student holds a miniature windmill off the side of boat

Sea SPAM: Birds of the Sea

December 9 Soar into December with Sea SPAM as we investigate incredible sea birds. From ospreys to albatrosses, discover how these creatures remain light enough to reach incredible heights while remaining strong enough to be fearsome predators.

Register Here
MarineQuest group looking at water sample

Dynamic Ferry Channels

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Powering a Remote Research Station

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Managing Sound in the Sea

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Dredge in the ocean

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Contact Us

MarineQuest

Phone: (910) 962-2640

marinequest@uncw.edu

Main Office: 626 MacMillan Ave. 
MarineQuest Lab: Center for Marine Science, 5600 Marvin K. Moss Lane 

Registration Office:
Phone: 910.962.2939

Office Hours:
Monday - Friday,
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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