Four Divers, 17 Bundles, One Very Long Day |
A roughly 70-foot blue whale now stands in the courtyard of the Gladys Valley Marine Studies Building at Oregon State University's Hatfield Marine Science Center. It went up in May and was dedicated in July. It is one of only a handful on public display in North America, and the only one between Vancouver and San Francisco Bay.
Most of that story has been told. A ship struck the whale, it washed ashore in Curry County in the fall of 2015. A blue whale's lower jaw runs 18 feet, about the length of a parking space. This one's skull weighed 6,500 pounds, more than a full-size pickup. Bones that big can't be cleaned by hand.
So the plan became the bay. Sink the skeleton in Yaquina Bay and let the scavengers on the bottom pick it clean. That took a dive team willing to rig several tons of whale to the bay floor, in the dark if they had to.
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Winter Hours Begin September 8 |
With Labor Day weekend just around the corner, visitors and members alike should soak up the extra hour of Aquarium time while they can! Beginning September 8, the Oregon Coast Aquarium will be open from 10:00am - 5:00pm.
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In recognition of our members and the vital role they play in supporting our mission, the Oregon Coast Aquarium is hosting Member Appreciation Day on September 12. With an early admission for members, bonus keeper chats, and more, there's plenty in store! Members, keep an eye out on your emails for more information.
Not a member but want to join in on the fun? Members enjoy unlimited free admission to the Aquarium, discounts, bonus events, and more!
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Aquarium members get in for free! |
Learn more on how to become a member, or how to gift a membership:
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September 1 - 7: Western Pond Turtle
- September 5: Vulture Awareness Day
- September 12: Member Appreciation Day
- September 26: Sea Otter Day
- October 1 - 7: Garibaldi
- October 8: Giant Pacific Octopus
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Looking ahead? See the full list of upcoming trading cards:
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Have you wished Schuster a happy 15th yet? Schuster celebrated his birthday on August 28th in his favorite way possible: with a yummy treat!
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🐣 You may be able to spot one of our newest chicks during your next visit! Baby birds are growing up fast in the aviary, with M97 (nicknamed Kenny) looking more grown up every day. Other chicks like M98 can also be spotted amongst the crowd as they are exploring the aviary for the first time.
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Members, have you opted in for receiving a free 2027 Aquarium calendar yet? As with previous years, the Aquarium's print calendar is available for free to all members. All you have to do is opt in! Members, check your email for the opt in form, or reach out to membership@aquarium.org for help.
Not a member but want to join in on the fun? An annual calendar is only one of many perks with an Aquarium membership!
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Want to bring a piece of the Amazon home with you? Now you can! Dart frogs have been added to our animal adoption list--adopt today and receive one of three frog colors. Adoptions help us provide our animals with the highest quality nutrition, daily care, and medical attention possible.
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September 5: Vulture Awareness Day
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Join us on September 5th for Vulture Awareness Day! With vulture chats, raffles, and other activities, say hi to Olive and learn all about her wild counterparts. Learn more
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September 8: Winter Hours Begin
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Beginning Tuesday, September 8, the Oregon Coast Aquarium will be open from 10:00am - 5:00pm.
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September 12: Member Appreciation Day
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Members are invited to join us for Member Appreciation Day! With early entry, bonus chats, and more, see what's in store.
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September 22: Gift Shop Early Closure
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September 26: Sea Otter Awareness Day
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Celebrate and learn more about Schuster, Oswald, and Earle! With guests, chats, and bonus activities, join us for a jam packed Sea Otter Awareness Day! Learn more
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