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Holiday Gift Guide
12/5/21

Looking for the perfect gift for the animal lover in your life?  Look no further! Check out our holiday gift guide today!
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Santa is Coming to Town!
11/22/21

Join us for our Santa Sealabration and meet Kris Kringle as well as one of our flippered friends! Reserve your spot today!
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Happy Fall!
10/2/21

Fall is here but we're still open! Stay up to date with our animals and schedule with these helpful links.
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Thanks a Million!
9/7/21

Thank you to our amazing followers! We just reached ONE MILLION followers on TikTok!
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Beach Clean-Up
7/7/21

Join us Thursday August 19th as we help clean up one of our local beaches!
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Limited Spots Remaining!
7/1/21

Only a few spots remain for the only marine mammal camp in the Midwest! Reserve yours today!
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3rd Annual Turn the Tide Charity Gala
5/20/21

Join us for the conservation charity event of the summer!  Featuring animal ambassadors from around the globe, you won't want to miss this incredible opportunity.
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Sea Lion Shuffle - Stay Away 5K
5/20/21

Join Ocean Connections for our 2nd Annual Sea Lion Shuffle Stay Away 5K, with all proceeds benefitting sea lion care and conservation. Run, walk, hike, or bike a 5K by yourself from anywhere to participate in this fun event!
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Welcome Back, Campers!
5/20/21

Ocean Connections is excited to announce that the only marine mammal camp in the Midwest is BACK!  Spots are limited to make your reservation today.
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Remembering Mango
5/7/21

We recently said goodbye to our beautiful, rescued female Atlantic harbor seal, Mango who lost her battle with cancer.  She will be dearly missed but will forever be remembered in our hearts.
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Support Mango!
4/21/21

Support our rescued female harbor seal, Mango, on her medical journey battling cancer.
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Sea Lion Shuffle - Stay Away 5K
3/19/21

Join Ocean Connections for our 2nd Annual Sea Lion Shuffle Stay Away 5K, with all proceeds benefitting sea lion care and conservation. Run, walk, hike, or bike a 5K by yourself from anywhere to participate in this fun event!
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Welcome Back, Campers!
3/14/21

Ocean Connections is excited to announce that the only marine mammal camp in the Midwest is BACK!  Spots are limited to make your reservation today.
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Know Before You Go!
3/10/21

Our top priority is ensuring the safety of our animals and guests so we are closely following the guidelines of the CDC as well as the Milwaukee County Zoo.  Please thoroughly read our protocols before visiting your favorite flippered friends!
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Digital Learning Opportunities
2/23/21

Bring the magic and fun of marine mammals right to your classroom with our Digital Learning Opportunities!
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Happy Valentine's Day!
2/6/21

Valentine's Day is right around the corner and Ocean Connections has customizable gift items that are perfect for your honey! Check them out today!
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Mango Merch is Here!
2/2/21

We are excited to share the release of brand new merchandise featuring our rescued female Atlantic harbor seal, Mango!
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Winter is Here!
1/26/21

Planning a visit to the Milwaukee County Zoo?  Learn more about our winter weather policy and closures here!
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FAQ: Training and Husbandry
1/9/21

We're taking the time to answer two of our most frequently asked questions: how and why do you train your animals? Learn more about our positive reinforcement training and husbandry here.
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Ocean Connections on The Morning Blend!
9/7/20

Join us Tuesday September 8th at 9:25AM CT on TMJ4's The Morning Blend! We're talking all about our animals and family fun for the fall!
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Join Us For Family Fun!
9/1/20

Looking for an activity that's fun for the whole family?  Check out our Flippered Friends & Family interactive program!
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New Masks Alert!
8/25/20

We have added FIVE brand new patterns to our Saving Species Masks.  Get yours today!
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Register for our Sea Lion Shuffle - Stay Away 5K Today!
7/12/20

Just because we have to keep our distance, doesn’t mean we have to stay inside! Join Ocean Connections for our very own Sea Lion Shuffle Stay Away 5K, with all proceeds benefitting sea lion care and conservation. Run, walk, hike, or bike a 5K by yourself from anywhere to participate in this fun event!
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Welcome Back!
6/11/20

Ocean Connections is excited to welcome you and your family back to visit us!  Here's everything you need to know about our new reopening protocols to ensure the healthy and safety of our guests.
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Check Out Our Virtual Field Trips!
5/28/20

Ocean Connections is bringing the joy and magic of marine mammals right to your home with Virtual Field Trips! Join us every Tuesday and Friday at 11:00AM CT!
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