EXPLORE PINE KNOLL SHORES

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From the mountains to the sea … feel the spray of a mountain waterfall. Watch river otters play. Touch a stingray. Look a shark in the eye. Explore shipwrecks — without getting wet. See a rare white sea turtle. Thousands of aquatic animals take you on a journey from the state’s grand peaks to the open Atlantic, much like a raindrop makes its way to the ocean. See Plan Your Visit for more information on these activities and other family fun at one of the coast’s most popular attractions.

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A river otter pokes its head out of the water and looks at the camera. Under the otter is orange text that reads "Hello, otters!"

Meet Pee Dee and Rocky! These 9-month-old otters are getting used to their new home and other otters Eno and Neuse.

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A sunrise photo with blue at the top fading into bright yellow at the bottom. A man is in silhouette on the left side of the image with a fishing reel bent in an arch around the letter G in the text that reads "Get Hooked fishing school".

March 11: Learn from some of the most knowledgeable anglers and make the most of your time spent on the water.

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A blue background with yellow sparkly lights with gold text that reads "Choose Your Holiday Craft"

Comb the beaches near the Aquarium for sea shells and other natural treasures. Learn about the animals that call the area home.

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Support Our Living Treasures

The North Carolina Aquarium Society invites you to join in the powerful work of the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Through the Living Treasures campaign you will help the Aquariums prosper and establish new exhibits and education programs. More importantly, with your support, we can provide superior care for animals and make a difference in conservation science to save vulnerable species from extinction.

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FIND OUT ABOUT OUR CONSERVATION PROGRAMS

The North Carolina Aquariums are dedicated to animals in our care and in the wild. We recognize the challenges threatening species locally and globally. Our team commits resources and time to learning more and taking action through research, fieldwork, education, and the daily efforts of our team members.

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