Tag: education


On new experiences

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I‘m far from the most eloquent writer out there, which is why I don’t post much on this website. However, with the other interns wrapping up their summer experiences with one last post, it seemed appropriate to write something. Saturday was the last day of my internship with the National Marine Life Center. This summer […]

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Welcome 2013 Summer Interns

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The National Marine Life Center is proud to provide hands on experimental learning opportunities to aspiring students throughout the year! NMLC’s internship program provides students with real world experiences in  Marine Biology, Environmental Education, Animal Care, Rehabilitation, Marketing, Development, Communications, Fundraising, Non-Profit Management, and Facilities Maintenance. The Summer Semester is the most popular time for […]

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April Vacation Events

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If you’re still looking for something to do this April vacation we are having educational events for the rest of the week! Tomorrow, April 18th our animal of the day will be seals and sea lions! Friday, April 19th we will be learning all about turtles and on Saturday, April 20th we will be learning […]

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Sea Turtles, Manatees and Seals, Oh My!

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February vacation week is in full effect so stop by and show your love for marine life at the National Marine Life Center! We are having daily education programs featuring a new animal each day. Tomorrow February 20th we will be learning about Manatees, the oceans gentle giant. Thursday February 21st, and Saturday February 23rd […]

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Love is in the air, the sea, and the National Marine Life Center!

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February is a month dedicated to love, what better way to show your love for marine life than visiting the National Marine Life Center this February vacation week! We will be running events all week long kicking off with our Open House “For the Love of Turtles” on Saturday, February 16th from 10 AM to […]

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Coast Guard, Bag Pipes, and Lobsters…oh my! – Plymouth Maritime Festival

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Saturday the 14th was the Plymouth Maritime Festival and the National Marine Life Center was represented. There were loads of vendors as well as many marine conservation groups set up all over the Plymouth marina educating and entertaining the many passersby. After getting through the crazy bridge traffic the rest was a breeze. We were […]

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Summer Internship Commences

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It’s been quite an interesting start to my summer internship here at the NMLC.  My first day was at the Burrage Pond turtle release event where I finally met all the other interns and staff.  Being my first time in these lands, I had yet to acquire that oh so critical sense of direction and […]

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Marine Animal Discovery Workshop

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Because of the number of requests we’ve received for this, we are pleased to offer a new multiple-day summer program – our Marine Animal Discovery Workshop! Dive into the world of marine animal biology and conservation as you spend a week getting to know your favorite seafaring species.  Learn how wildlife rehabilitation experts tend turtles, […]

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Announcing our Summer Programs!

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This just in – NMLC’s summer 2012 programs schedule is now available!  From July 2 through August 31, 2012, NMLC offers onsite education programs each weekday for kids of all ages.  Join us, and learn more about our native marine animals! Patient Update Mondays & Fridays, 11 am (All ages are welcome.) Meet a member […]

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It’s Shark Week for Us Too!

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The National Marine Life Center is celebrating a summer holiday as well, Shark Week! This week’s educational programs, Fins & Flippers and Marine Animal Medical Mystery, are dedicated Sharks and Rays. Come join us Tuesday and Thursday at 10 am for Fins & Flippers Club and Wednesday at 10 am for Marine Animal Medical Mystery! […]

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