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NewsFOX 13 Tampa BayAugust 31, 2026Hillsborough

Florida Aquarium and Boys & Girls Clubs partner to provide underwater diving experiences for teens

The Florida Aquarium has partnered with local Boys & Girls Clubs to offer teenagers the opportunity to participate in the SeaTREK underwater diving program. This initiative allows non-divers to experience the Heart of the Sea habitat firsthand to foster an appreciation for marine life and environmental conservation.

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Why It Matters

This partnership provides specialized marine education and recreational access to youth who might otherwise lack the opportunity to participate in professional diving programs.

Key Facts

  • The Florida Aquarium operates a 15-foot-deep habitat called Heart of the Sea.
  • The SeaTREK program allows non-divers to explore the aquarium tank using specialized helmets and wetsuits.
  • The partnership between The Florida Aquarium and local Boys & Girls Clubs began three years ago.
  • The program aims to foster environmental conservation and ocean appreciation among youth.
  • 71% of the planet is covered by water, a statistic cited by organizers as a motivation for the program.

Who's Mentioned

personDale Hoffman“Florida Aquarium representative”personEliana Pringle“17-year-old program participant”organizationThe Florida Aquarium“Host facility for the SeaTREK program”other17“Age of participant Eliana Pringle”personMadison Tambini“12-year-old program participant”personAva Cahoon“Representative of the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Tampa Bay”other12“Age of participant Madison Tambini”organizationBoys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay“Partner organization providing youth participants”