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Nov 11

America Recycles Day is November 15

Do you know? Since 2001, the Aquarium has recycled more than 150 tons of everything from cardboard to paper to wine corks to ink cartridges. Recycling is one of the most important actions you can take to protect the Earth. With just a few simple changes to your routine, you…
Nov 05

This Season’s Good Catch: Greater Amberjack

Where is Greater Amberjack found? Greater Amberjack is found in subtropical regions all over the world. Along the western Atlantic Ocean, they are found from Nova Scotia down to Brazil. Greater Amberjack concentrate around reefs, rocky areas and wrecks, where they prey on crabs, squid and other fishes. When is…
Nov 03

Which Animal Will Win Mayor of the Aquarium?

In the spirit of Election Day, our animals are running – and swimming, slithering, hopping and flying – for Aquarium Mayor! Each of the below candidates is putting their best fin forward to win your vote. Read about their aquatic aspirations and cast your vote for Aquarium Mayor! Liberty the…
Oct 30

Oak Steakhouse: A Good Catch Dinner

Tuesday, November 10, Platinum Partner restaurant Oak Steakhouse will host November’s Good Catch sustainable seafood dinner! Executive Chef Jeremiah Bacon and his team source locally and regionally from sustainable farmers and fishermen to present classic steakhouse fare in the impeccable setting of Charleston’s historic Broad Street. Join us at 6…
Oct 27

Fall 2015: What’s Cooking

Is Climate Change Creating a Fragile Future for Seafood? Climate change is a key component in the discussion surrounding the health of our oceans. Recently, the focus has turned toward the impending effects of ocean acidification, which will bring big changes to the waterways and seafood supply of the Lowcountry…
Oct 26

Meet Artist Laura Palermo of Paintings for a Purpose

Laura Palermo is the talented local artist behind our newest art exhibit, Paintings for a Purpose. Her beautiful nature-inspired work features marine animals, including sea turtles rehabilitated by our Sea Turtle Rescue Program. Get to know Laura and find out what inspires her to raise awareness about animal conservation through…
Oct 24

Enter our National Seafood Month Instagram Contest!

Want to win a $50 gift card to use at Rue de Jean? Enter our National Seafood Month Instagram Contest! During the last week of October, share your fabulous foodie photos with us, highlighting your commitment to supporting sustainable restaurants and suppliers! How to Enter 1. Now through October 31,…
Oct 19

Jammin’ 4 Jammer Raises $20,000 for Sea Turtle Rescue Program

On September 23, the Island Turtle Team hosted their annual Jammin’ 4 Jammer event at The Windjammer on Isle of Palms. In 2011, members of the Island Turtle Team rescued a severely debilitated loggerhead, who would later be named Jammer due his/her stranding in front of the Windjammer. After a…
Oct 14

Cobia Cookoff Winner: Merry Graham’s Vietnamese Open-Faced Cobia Tacos

Tuesday, October 13, Good Catch teamed up with Open Blue Sea Farms to host the Cobia Cookoff at In the Kitchen with Bob Waggoner. The exciting chef showdown was followed by an Awards Reception at the Aquarium where guests enjoyed sustainable bites by Good Catch partners Cru Catering, Tristan Events,…
Oct 12

Fleet Landing Restaurant: A Good Catch Dinner

October 24, enjoy a Good Catch dinner at one of Charleston’s only waterfront restaurants, Fleet Landing Restaurant. The evening will feature local, sustainable seafood expertly prepared by Executive Chef Drew Hedlund, with a tapas theme and wine pairings. As a Good Catch Platinum Partner, Fleet Landing Restaurant shares the Aquarium’s…
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