Events

Dancing the night away at Nauti Nite, swinging for success at Putt for Penguins, cleaning up the Ohio at River Sweep, and more! Attending events with WAVE directly supports conservation education and the future of environmental stewards.

Join us on any occasion to support WAVE!

No matter your interest, we have the perfect way to spend your day. Crafting, dancing, conversing, and more awaits when you attend events at WAVE’s education center or our partner spaces.

Crafty Conservation

There are so many opportunities for fun and learning at the WAVE Education Center for young children. WAVE offers two different reading programs with animal ambassadors, crafts, and a story that will engage and inspire kiddos to love nature.

Conservation Conversations

Make spring break and summer vacation memorable with Camp WAVE! Hosted at the WAVE Education Center at Newport on the Levee with daily trips to the Newport Aquarium to experience the biology of aquatic creatures first-hand.

Community Events

In partnership with Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, Gills Club helps kids, especially girls, ages 8-13, build confidence in STEM. Gills connect with scientists actively working in STEM-related fields and facilitate ocean conservation!

Signature Events

Nauti Nite

Putt for Penguins

River Sweep

Learn about the aquatic animals found at Newport Aquarium and the science behind water with topics in chemistry, the water cycle, and plate tectonics. This 45-minute add-on takes place in WAVE classrooms and holds up to 25-30 students per room.