We went to the Silverton Casino and saw the aquarium which is a 117,000 gallon artificial reef. It is home to over 4,000 tropical fish from all over the world, 3 species of stingrays and 3 species of sharks. The aquarium is a beautifully designed octagonal shape with viewing on all sides. The front viewing window is an impressive convex window that extends 25’ X 12' (info from Silverton Casino website).
The boys couldn't believe all the fish. Mom and Dad couldn't believe all the "smoke" from the casino... Ugh!!
A diver gets in the aquarium and feeds the stingrays a few times a day. He has a microphone and he talks to the audience from inside the tank as he's feeding the stingrays. It was pretty exciting. It made Mom a little nervous to watch them open their mouths and suck the food in.
What fun adventures! I'm thinking Settlers Park isn't going to be nearly as exciting for the kids now. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun thing to do! I love big aquariums like that! Reminds me of my honeymoon in the Bahamas.
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ReplyDeleteI am so glad you keep up your blog. I have a Christmas card for you but no address. Email me please!!!
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Kristen