BACK TO THE SEA
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Sparking curiosity for marine life & inspiring a desire to protect our ocean.

LIFTING THE BIG BLUE BLANKET

​​In order to get to know our oceans and the life within it, we need to have the opportunity to see it at eye level, ask questions, get curious, be compelled to care and inspired to make sustainable choices.
COMMUNITY AQUARIUMS TO THE RESCUE!

​Aquariums are a spark of inspiration for ocean protection. 

“Community Aquariums” are alternative marine education centres that have been emerging across Canada and hold an important place in ocean conservation.

They operate differently by d
isplaying only smaller, local, shallow-dwelling animals, having a collect-hold-and-release philosophy , and focusing heavily on hands-on learning.
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​This alternative aquarium model​ strives to minimize impact on the ocean environment.
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So the key is a community aquarium - now what? 

We opened the Touch Tank Hut!

Since 2017 we have been operating a miniature marine interpretive centre on the Dartmouth waterfront.
This pilot project is a key step in working towards the permanent Back to the Sea Aquarium.
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But that's not all! 

We are currently working on establishing ourselves in a bigger location for the 2023 season! Stay tuned for more official updates in the new year.
Be part of the journey
WALK THE TALK

It's important to us that we practice what we preach and consider the environment in everything we do. If you see something we could be doing better, let us know! 
Back to the Sea works in the traditional land of the Mi'kmaq people.

Contact
info@backtothesea.ca
(902)-817-2007
Visiting Hours
Currently closed for the season.
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  • About
    • Who we are
    • Meet the team
    • Our Supporters
  • À propos
    • Qui sommes-nous
    • Rencontrez l'équipe
    • Nos supporteurs
  • Explore
    • Touch Tank Hut >
      • Programming
    • Tidal Trekkers
    • Online Education
    • Events
  • Explorez
    • Education en ligne
    • Rando-marées
    • Devenez bénévole
    • La Touch Tank Hut
  • News
    • Blog
    • Media
    • Newsletter
  • Nouvelles
    • Événements
    • Médias
    • Infolettre
  • Join our team
    • Volunteer
  • Contact
  • Nous joindre
  • Support Us
    • Donate
    • Shop
  • Nous soutenir
    • Faites un don