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About Us - History
Conservation Education:
For more than 45 years, SeaWorld and Busch Gardens have been committed to wildlife conservation, education and research. Today, education remains a top priority.
From innovative conservation partnerships in the field to one-of-a-kind, hands-on educational programs in the parks to global media appearances by Jack Hanna, Julie Scardina and Ginny Busch, the Anheuser-Busch Adventure Parks are working hard to spread the word and inspire others to get involved with conservation.
During the school year, millions of students and teachers experience "Shamu TV," an award-winning wildlife and conservation television series. Produced and underwritten entirely by SeaWorld and Busch Gardens, each episode is broadcast free via satellite to schools nationwide. Shamu TV also airs on Discovery Kids Channel. In 2004, a Shamu TV production - "Saving a Species: Manatees in Peril" was nominated for a national Daytime Emmy Award.
The parks manage and maintain the award-winning SeaWorld/Busch Gardens ANIMALS Web site. The largest of its kind on the World Wide Web, this online database contains a variety of information on marine and terrestrial animals, zoological careers, curriculum guides for teachers, and activities for students of all ages. The "Ask Shamu" service on the site has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as one of the best expert resources available online.
The parks' commitment to teachers is evidenced by its teacher workshop series and classroom publications, including species information books and teachers' guides. Through partnerships with such organizations as the National Science Teachers Association and the National Marine Educators Association, SeaWorld and Busch Gardens help promote excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning. In 2004, the parks' Young Learner book series was recognized with the national coveted Teacher's Choice Award.
Every year, the "SeaWorld/Busch Gardens Environmental Excellence Awards" grants $100,000 to students and teachers who make a positive impact on their hometown environment. A recent addition to the program is the "Outstanding Environmental Educator" award, which recognizes and rewards an educator who is making a positive impact in their classroom, school and community.
Each year, more than 500,000 students experience a SeaWorld or Busch Gardens education program. Ranging from sleepovers and summer camps to school outreaches and science courses, the hands-on programs promote an appreciation of and a stewardship for animals and the environment. SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Adventure Camps give more young people hands-on experience with animal care than any other camp program in the United States.
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