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The Seattle Aquarium Reopens, Putting Safety First

by Esha Jain | Mar 3, 2021 | Coming Up, General, Lifestyle, News

Seattle, WA. The Seattle Aquarium has reopened for business! Under the restrictions COVID-19 has imposed, the Seattle Aquarium is doing everything they can to keep individuals safe and distanced during their visits. (Image courtesy of Bella Gold).

Here are some of their guidelines for visitors during this unprecedented time:

ONLINE TICKETS MUST BE RESERVED IN ADVANCE for all guests, whether you’re a first-time visitor or a long-time member.
YOUR TIMED TICKET indicates your arrival window. There is no limit to how long you can spend at the Aquarium.
MASKS/FACE COVERINGS ARE REQUIRED during your visit. Exemptions to this order include babies/toddlers under age 5 (masks/face coverings are highly recommended for children ages 3–4). A clear mask/face covering will be provided at no charge to anyone who would like one. If you are unable to wear a mask/face covering the Aquarium will work to arrange a visit at a later date when mask requirements have been lifted. If you don’t have a mask/face covering when you arrive, one will be provided for you.
A ONE-WAY PATHWAY with clear physical distance markers will guide you through the Aquarium and help protect everyone’s health—but you’ll still find plenty to see, experience and enjoy!

The number of guests allowed to visit each day and during each timed-ticketing window will be limited. Members will continue to receive free admission, but tickets must still be reserved in advance in order to limit capacity.

The Seattle Aquarium would like to remind visitors that masks and face coverings are required to keep everyone safe. Exemptions to this order include babies/toddlers under age 5 (face coverings/masks are highly recommended for children ages 3–4). Free clear masks will be provided to anyone who would like one. If you are unable to wear a mask the Aquarium will work to arrange a visit at a later date when mask requirements have been lifted. If you don’t have a mask when you arrive, one will be provided for you.

From the Seattle Aquarium:

Founded in 1977 and located on Pier 59 in the heart of Seattle, Washington, the Aquarium serves as the largest platform for ocean conservation and engagement in the Pacific Northwest. With a mission of Inspiring Conservation of Our Marine Environment. The Seattle Aquarium offers a unique window into ocean conservation by offering compelling exhibits and event experiences; community programming along local rivers and beaches; research that advances understanding of marine species; advocacy and policy work on issues like climate change and ocean acidification; an award-winning volunteer program; and more. The region’s premier resource for hands-on marine experiences and conservation education, the Seattle Aquarium offers fun, exciting ways to discover more about the amazing Puget Sound and our world’s one big ocean.

On the web: SeattleAquarium.org
On Facebook: facebook.com/Aquarium.Seattle
On Twitter: twitter.com/SeattleAquarium

Woodland Park Zoo Plans to Keep Visitors Safe

by Isaiah Williams | Sep 2, 2020 | General, News

Seattle, Wa. The Woodland Park Zoo has made some changes since reopening. Due to COVID-19 the zoo requires anyone above the age of 5 to wear a facemask at all times throughout the park. As well as having markers to make sure people maintain correct social distance. Other changes can be found in ticket purchasing and the duration at the zoo. The zoo is “strongly recommending you purchase ticket online in advance to your visit.” This to help with crowds and allows someone to go directly into the zoo. There are now “specific entrance times…guests and members should avoid arriving earlier than 5 minutes prior to their entry time, if you arrive early stay inside your vehicle”. The Woodland Park Zoo’s website states that “Woodland Park Zoo has been working closely with state and county health authorities to develop a new guest experience that meets Washington State guidance for reopening.” This partnership has led to changes in and out of the park to help ensure safety. For more information or FAQs about the new guidelines at Woodland Park Zoo you can visit the websites HELP page found here.

Woodland Park Zoo’s New Health Guidelines in Effect.

Woodland Park Zoo used to have daily programs to make visitor experiences even more interesting. Due to COVID-19 these programs will stop for the foreseeable future. The zoo wants to “invite you to enjoy one of our many virtual keeper talks and special video presentations.” These online events can be located here on the Woodland Park Zoo’s website. Some programs listed are Super Snack Time and Gorilla Family and Baby. There are also more interactive videos on the Woodland Park Zoo’s YouTube channel. The zoo has been uploading at least one video every day to help bring the experience of the zoo to you.

Woodland Park Zoo Mission Statement:

Because human impact on this planet is so profound and pervasive, all wildlife and wild places are now in our care. What will we do with that responsibility: stand by or stand up? Now imagine what our influence can do if we choose to stand together for wildlife.

Contact Information: 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103 | 206.548.2500 | [email protected]