I brought my California grandgirsl to see Winter. They were excited. We had a special tour since I work with sea turtles. First we walked through the intake lab/room, and the food prep rooms. The mats on the floor were explained to the kids and they saw winters food.. Through out our visit we were introduced to staff, vets, and others. I was impressed that all of the personnel said hello with a smile ( I learned that it is something they are impressed with, making guests welcome, and they did it naturally).
Thank you Clearwater for the super visit, and for taking good care of sea turtles we bring you for care form the space Coast.
Such an amazing experience! I took my daughter to Clearwater Marine Aquarium 17 years ago and it was such a positive event in her life. I have visited several times over the years, most recently this September. The aquarium is full of teaching and learning moments. The volunteers and staff members are very enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Someone is always nearby to answer questions. There are demonstrations by the fantastic trainers/animal care specialists throughout the day. Opportunities to participate, and in some cases touch the animals are everywhere. Clearwater Marine Aquarium truly inspires education and positivity. Next visit: a Sea Life Safari Nature Cruise with the Grandkids!
I am 16 and I was born with Cerebral Palsy, so I feel a special connection with Winter. We both have had things made for us from Hanger, and we have done at least two of the same therapies. I have seen both Dolphin Tale movies, and I have visited CMA twice. I am a CMA fan and I love Winter and Hope. They are what helped to create in me a love for dolphins, making them one of my favorite animals. The people at CMA work very hard and help so many animals. They are special and deserve this award. They love their animals and do the best that they can for them, taking care of them everyday and providing all their needs. Winter reminds me that you can overcome challenges, be inspiring, never give up, and that is it okay to do things your own way or to be different. If we lived closer, I would go a lot more. CMA is special, and when you go there, you feel happy. They only keep animals that cannot be released, and they release the ones that can. They save animal lives and help them to keep going. Not only have they helped Winter, but also the thousands of kids and adults whom she has inspired.
A friend of mine is a volunteer & tells me of the amazing work done there. I had to visit & was mesmerized by Winter & Hope. Reminding me to enjoy life despite our limitations. All the people associated with Clearwater Marine Aquarium are genuinely good people. Rescue Rehab are leads
Hi, I'm the Grandmother ( MiMi ) of this wonderful Granddaughter name Jenna Wilson. I had the chance to experience the joy and love she had with Winter and Hope this year and the love of Dolphins. See last year JENNA had a heart transplant and her wish was to see Winter and Hope when she got better. I can not tell you in words that describes the excitement on her face as we arrived there. The wonderful memories that we have of her and the Dolphins will always be embedded in my mind. I like to say the staff at Clearwater Aquarium were the best! I like to thank them for giving Jenna a chance to be with the Dolphins. Please continue the awesome care for these animals. SANDI CHAU Jenna's MIMI
My daughter had a heart transplant last July and after we had watched Dolphin Tale ( for the 1,000th time) and she told me she was like Winter, she got a new heart like Winter got a new tail!!! So this past September we went on her Make a Wish trip to Disney and then surprised her for her bday by taking her to Clearwater Aquarium. She got to interact with Hope and they also brought Winter out!!! Everyone was so sweet and went above and beyond and let all of us have our picture made with Hope!!!
Soon after retiring it became evident that I'd need a total knee replacement. Later that year my husband and I spent one month of winter in Florida. My grandson, age six, told me that I should go see Winter because she had a broken tail and I had a broken knee. I did, and it was a great experience ! If I lived near Clearwater, I would love to volunteer at CMA ! The following winter I was lucky enough to visit again and bring my 3 grandkids. What an inspiring place ! I love the work you do ♡
I heard of Clearwater Marine Aquarium from the Winter dolphin movie. I began following them on Facebook, the stories of all the lives they touch both human and animal, inspire me and uplift on a day to day basis. I live across the country and still take such kind thoughts and bright moments from this amazing organization.
My daughter and son watched dolphin tail when it first came out, and all they wanted to do was visit winter one day. In 2016 we finally made a trip to Clearwater Florida and went to visit winter and hope. I can not begin to tell you the experience we all had it was absolutely amazing. We have visited many aquariums in the past, but Clearwater marine aquarium is so much more than just an aquarium it is a place that does so much for the environment. The love they show these extorindinary animals was the first thing I saw. It was truly amazing and very special the rescue and rehabilitation of the creatures they have is amazing and just the small amount that the public sees is a true teaching moment. I allowed my kids to be trainer for the day to get just a taste of what they do it is a wonderful educational experience. It was costly with 3 kids but worth every penny I spent. My hat is off to these amazing people for all they do. They truly deserve much more than these words to describe what they do. But the experience we took home was something that will last a lifetime and I thank Clearwater marine aquarium for that and for all they do. I hope to visit them again soon. Love winter, hope, Nicolas, cooper, Wally, and Rufus and the wonderful staff there. Keep doing your amazing work it doesn't go unnoticed. ❤️❤️
I have been a fan of the dolphintale movies every animal has great talent and there caregivers are dedicated to taking care of the animals people need to visit winter and hope and the animals i have been watching live feeds on facebook and it gives me great joy to see what they do so please visit them you will be blessed that you did and when you donate to the animals they will give you a update on the animal and other goodies go to seewinter.com for more details
I can't express in words how amazing Clearwater Aquarium is. They interact with everybody especially children and adults with special needs. They truly care and love all the animals there and the animals interact with people. My family and I got to visit and I was blown away by how amazing this place is. You won't be disappointed. I could go on but it will take all night :) See for yourselves visit Clearwater Aquarium today.
Love the interaction between winter and hope with the public and children. I love to watch the live feed of winter and hope..
Clearwater Marine Academy is an amazing, inspirational and fun place to visit!! We went there last September and took advantage of so many if the offerings including being Winter's Assustant trainer, having a family picture taken with Winter, taking a tour and taking s boat ride. We so enjoyed our time and plan to visit again (we live in CT). Spending time watching Winter and Hope were the highlights of our trip...they are just wonderful!! Love CMA!!!!!!
My family and I visited CMA back in 2011 to see Winter after the movie came out. But I quickly found out that CMA is more than just Winter. Of course she is a star and sweet as they come, but all of the animals there are. My son and I had the pleasure of the dolphin interaction and behind the scenes tour. It is amazing what they have done for these animals and are continuing to do. The staff were all very knowledgeable and made us feel right at home there. I didn't want to leave. I am looking forward to going back in the future.
Coming to the CMA is one of my very favorite places to visit. If possible, I would be there daily. The work you do is just amazing.
Where do I start about one my favourite places in the worldi come from uk every year I love visiting CMA for past 10 yrs tio ,not only do CMA have the cutest and most inspiring Hollywood stars they also have an unbelievable team who you can litterally talk to if you have questions or get unbelievable moments I have had so many over years ,
I loved my vidit at Clearwater !!!! I want to go back and visit everyday , I wish I could work there their work eith the animals is amazing
Winter, Hope and Nicholas are conduits to a better understanding of the world we all share. They enighten, entertain, teach and inspire us each time we visit, as do all our "friends" at CMA. The message is simple: We Care. They Care. We All Care for Each Other. Rescue. Rehab. Release. One world of caring and care-giving because we care.