Aquarium of the Bay Sets New Record in Free Education Programs

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Aquarium of the Bay Sets New Record in Free Education ProgramsMore Than 16,000 Go to the Head of the Class in Marine Education San Francisco, CA, September 1, 2010 – Taking its commitment to inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards to record-setting levels, Aquarium of the Bay today announced that 16,552 Bay Area students, teachers and chaperones benefited from its free education programs during the 2009/2010 school year.

SalmonAID Casts Out a Call to Restore Rivers and Recover Salmon; Schedules Salmon Month Events at Aquarium of the Bay throughout September

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

SalmonAID Casts Out a Call to Restore Rivers and Recover Salmon; Schedules Salmon Month Events at Aquarium of the Bay throughout September San Francisco, CA, August 30, 2010 – Raising awareness of the plight of wild salmon, SalmonAID—a coalition of fishermen, conservation organizations, chefs and first nation tribes—presents Salmon Month at Aquarium of the Bay.

Aquarium of the Bay Adds Huge Sevengill Shark to Its Exibits

Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Aquarium of the Bay Adds Huge Sevengill Shark to its Exhibits; Reconfirms Value of Ongoing Shark Research and Conservation ProgramSan Francisco, CA, August 20, 2010 – Aquarium of the Bay today welcomed a 9.

New Ambassadors for California Sea Lions on PIER 39: Aquarium of the Bay, The Marine Mammal Center, The Bay Institute and PIER 39 Launch Sea Lion Interpretive Program

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

NEW AMBASSADORS FOR CALIFORNIA SEA LIONS ON PIER 39 Aquarium of the Bay, The Marine Mammal Center, The Bay Institute and PIER 39 Launch Sea Lion Interpretive Program San Francisco, CA, July 6, 2010 – Providing insight into the boisterous world of the hundreds of beloved California sea lions that reside at PIER 39, educators from The Marine Mammal Center and Aquarium of the Bay today began a new visitor outreach program.

Inspiring the Next Generation of Watershed Stewards: The Bay Institute Launches $3 Million Campaign for Watershed Literacy

Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Inspiring the Next Generation of Watershed Stewards: The Bay Institute Launches $3 Million Campaign for Watershed LiteracyNovato, CA, June 28, 2010 – Responding to the urgent need to inspire young people to lifelong action to protect San Francisco Bay and its vast watershed, The Bay Institute has launched the “Campaign for Watershed Literacy,” a $3 million fundraising campaign.

Cartoonist Jim Toomey Helps Launch Sherman’s Lagoon: Finning Isn’t Funny Exhibit at Aquarium of the Bay

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Cartoonist Jim Toomey Helps Launch Sherman’s Lagoon: Finning Isn’t Funny Exhibit San Francisco, CA, June 21, 2010 – World renowned cartoonist Jim Toomey joins his cast of amusing aquatic characters to share the story of shark finning in Aquarium of the Bay new exhibit, Sherman’s Lagoon: Finning Isn’t Funny, on Saturday, June 26.

Aquarium of the Bay Launches "It's a Snap! 3" Photo Competition

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Aquarium of the Bay Launches “It’s a Snap! 3” Photo CompetitionSan Francisco, CA, June 15, 2010 – Proving that a lifetime membership and $200 are only a click away, Aquarium of the Bay is launching its third annual

Aquarium of the Bay Launches 2nd Annual “It’s a Snap!” Photo Competition

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Aquarium of the Bay Launches 2nd Annual “It’s a Snap!” Photo Competition San Francisco, CA, July 13, 2009 – Proving that pictures are not just worth a thousand words, but also cash and priceless prizes, Aquarium of the Bay is launching its second annual “It’s a Snap!” photo competition.

Aquarium of the Bay Clears Fourth of July Traffic Jam Fears with Unprecedented Late Night Hours

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Aquarium of the Bay Clears Fourth of July Traffic Jam Fears with Unprecedented Late Night HoursSan Francisco, CA, June 29, 2009 – No one need fear getting stuck in a traffic jam at Fisherman’s Wharf following San Francisco’s 4th of July fireworks celebration this year. Thanks to Aquarium of the Bay’s special late hours that night, fireworks goers can visit 20,000 of the Bay’s most amazing marine animals until 11 pm, when the streets clear.

The Bay Institute Acquires Aquarium of the Bay

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Bay Institute Acquires Aquarium of the Bay, Completes Dramatic Turnaround The Bay Institute’s Acquisition Transforms Financially Successful Aquarium of the Bay into a Nonprofit Center for Science, Education and Conservation for San Francisco BaySan Francisco, CA, June 11, 2009 -- The Bay Institute today announced the successful culmination of its four-year effort to acquire Aquarium of the Bay, the first step towards transforming the financially successful Aquarium into a self-supporting, nonprofit center for education, science and conservation of the San Francisco Bay and its watershed.

New BART Passengers: Blue Tongued Skinks, Chinchilllas

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

New BART Passengers: Blue Tongued Skinks, Chinchillas and Hedgehogs Aquarium of the Bay Unveils New Campaign Created by Academy of Art University’s School of Advertising San Francisco, CA, June 8, 2009 -- Aquarium of the Bay’s new Blue Tongued Skinks, Chinchillas and African Pygmy Hedgehogs are invading BART stations and trains today, thanks to an innovative advertising campaign by Academy of Art University students.

Seven Angel Sharks Born at Aquarium of the Bay

Tue, 26 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Four Angel Sharks Born at Aquarium of the Bay Very Rare Births Follow Natural Pupping Patterns San Francisco, CA, May 26, 2009 -- Keeping in line with the pupping season for many local shark species, Aquarium of the Bay welcomed the births of seven Pacific Angel Sharks in its Under the Bay exhibit today.

Aquarium of the Bay’s Interactive Climate Change Exhibit Goes Green with Solar Power

Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Aquarium of the Bay’s Interactive Climate Change Exhibit Goes Green with Solar Power San Francisco, CA, May 6, 2009 – Aquarium of the Bay, the only gated attraction to be certified by the San Francisco Green Business program, has mounted solar panels on its roof, converting the sun’s energy into electricity to run video microscopes and electronics in the centerpiece of its new climate change exhibit, the PG&E Bay Lab station.

For the Love of the Sea...Food

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

For the Love of the Sea…Food Aquarium of the Bay, the California Academy of Sciences and the San Francisco Zoo Launch San Francisco Seafood Watch® Alliance San Francisco, CA, April 15, 2009 – Aquarium of the Bay, the California Academy of Sciences and the San Francisco Zoo today launched the San Francisco Seafood Watch® Alliance aimed at raising local consumer, restaurateur and seafood industry awareness of the importance of acquiring seafood from sustainable sources.

Aquarium of the Bay Celebrates Three New Exhibits with One Grand Opening

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Aquarium of the Bay Celebrates Three New Exhibits with One Grand Opening Major New Exhibits Feature Jellies, Giant Pacific Octopus and Land Animals San Francisco, CA, March 30, 2009 – Focusing on the animals that visitors most want to see, Aquarium of the Bay will debut three new exhibits on April 4, 2009.

"Soft and Prickly - Invasion of the Land Animals" Previews Aquarium of the Bay's First Mammals: African Pygmy Hedgehogs and Chinchillas

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

“Soft and Prickly — Invasion of the Land Animals” Previews Aquarium of the Bay’s First Mammals: African Pygmy Hedgehogs and Chinchillas San Francisco, CA, March 16, 2009 — Aquarium of the Bay is introducing its first mammals — African Pygmy Hedgehogs and Chinchillas — at “Soft and Prickly: Invasion of the Land Animals” on Saturday, March 21, 2009.

"Shells — Invasion of the Land Animals” Previews First-Ever Turtle and Tortoise to Go on Exhibit

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

“Shells — Invasion of the Land Animals” Previews First-Ever Turtle and Tortoise to Go on Exhibit at Aquarium of the Bay San Francisco, CA, March 9, 2009 —Aquarium of the Bay is previewing two of its newest land-dwelling animals, the Western Pond Turtle and Cherry-head Red-legged Tortoise, during “Shells: Invasion of the Land Animals” on Saturday, March 14, 2009.

Aquarium of the Bay Leaps Forward with New Exhibits; Previews the Pacific Tree Frog and Western Toad

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Aquarium of the Bay Leaps Forward with New Exhibits; Previews the Pacific Tree Frog and Western Toad San Francisco, CA, March 2, 2009—Just in time for leaping forward into day light savings time, Aquarium of the Bay will preview the Pacific Tree F 9:35:58 AMrog and Western Toad during its “Spring Forward: Invasion of the Land Animals” event on Sunday, March 8, 2009.

Blue Tongued Skink and Pink Toed Tarantula Take Center Stage as Aquarium of the Bay Previews New Land Animal Exhibits

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Blue Tongued Skink and Pink Toed Tarantula Take Center Stage as Aquarium of the Bay Previews New Land Animal Exhibits San Francisco, CA, February 23, 2009 -- New shades of wild, in the form of a Blue Tongued Skink and a Pink Toed Tarantula, will be previewed at Aquarium of the Bay’s "Wild Colors: Invasion of the Land Animals" event on Saturday, February 28 from 1-3pm.

Invasion of the Land Animals: California King Snake and Banana Slug Slither to the Aquarium for New Exhibit

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Invasion of the Land Animals at Aquarium of the Bay California King Snake and Banana Slug Slither to the Aquarium for New Exhibit San Francisco, CA, February 17, 2009 – Two Golden State natives, the California King Snake and Banana Slug, are creeping into Aquarium of the Bay and will receive their first public introduction at "Slither: Invasion of the Land Animals" on Saturday, February 21 from 1-3pm.

"City of the Shark" Swims Into the San Francisco Ocean Film Festival

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT

“City of the Shark” Swims Into the San Francisco Ocean Film Festival World Premiere of Documentary by David McGuire HighlightsAquarium of the Bay’s Landmark Sevengill Shark Research Program San Francisco, CA, February 10, 2009 – Joining a prestigious lineup of ocean and environmentally-conscious films, “City of the Shark” will premiere at the 2009

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

“Swell” News for Aquarium of the BayAquarium Welcomes Charlie the Swell Shark from the Seacliff State Beach Visitor C

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Aquarium of the Bay's 2nd Annual EarthFest

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT