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SEAWORLD HOSTS E-RECYCLING EVENT: California residents who participate in the SeaWorld San Diego Electronic Recycling Event on Sept. 18 from 8 a.m. to noon will help protect the environment while getting rid of unwanted electronic items at the same time. Participants may bring computers, TVs, cell phones, monitors, laptops, and more to SeaWorld’s east parking lot for this free, state-wide drop-off event.
In return, they will receive a coupon for 50% off general admission to SeaWorld (good for up to six guests, valid through Dec. 25, 2010). Proceeds from the event will benefit San Diego Audubon Society. The Audubon Society fosters the protection of birds and other wildlife though education and by advocating for a healthier environment. Items that cannot be accepted during this collection event include household and car batteries, fluorescent light bulbs, washers/dryers, refrigerators, and other large home appliances and any item containing mercury. For more information and a map for the event entrance visit www.seaworldsandiego.com.
SHAMU & YOU FAMILY WALK TO BENEFIT RADY CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL: Registration for the fourth annual SeaWorld Shamu & You Family Walk for Rady Children’s Hospital is under way. The Oct. 2 walk offers participants a great opportunity to help support the life-saving efforts at Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego while enjoying a fun morning with family and friends. Participants may register as an individual, join a team or organize their own team, with two walks to choose from: a one-mile stroll that starts at Rose Marie Starns South Shores Park and crosses through SeaWorld; or the longer scenic route that continues around Mission Bay.
After the Walk, participants may enjoy games, entertainment, food and fun during the special celebration. All participants will receive a Shamu & You T-shirt, free admission to the post-Walk festivities and a discount coupon for SeaWorld admission. To register, join a team or for more information visit www.shamuandyouwalk.kintera.org.
SEA OTTER AWARENESS WEEK: SeaWorld San Diego is proud to participate in the celebration of Sea Otter Awareness Week, Sept. 26–Oct. 2, 2010. SeaWorld activities will include daily sea otter “Tube Time” presentations, which will take place at Otter Outlook at Rocky Point Preserve. During “Tube Time,” the otters play with frozen tubes stuffed with clams and shrimp. The otters hit the frozen “otter pops” against the wall of their habitat to dislodge the food, mimicking their natural behavior in the wild.
SeaWorld animal care specialists will be on hand to answer questions from guests, and park education specialists will guide children through educational craft projects. O.P. Otter the costume character will stop by to join the festivities and pose for photos. SeaWorld and Busch Gardens support conservation projects all over the world, including sea otter preservation, through the SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund (www.swbg-conservationfund.org).
SEAWORLD HOLIDAY AUDITIONS: Do You Like Singing Christmas Songs? How about hosting a Christmas show with Shamu? SeaWorld will be holding auditions for male vocalists with show hosting skills for its upcoming “Christmas Celebration” holiday Show. Auditions will be held on Saturday, Sept. 25. Candidates must have a vocal range of C3-F#4 and a pop, soul influence with a warm vocal tone with good breath control. Candidates must also be able to vocally captivate a large stadium audience by singing and speaking. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Apply online to schedule an appointment at www.seaworldsandiegoauditions.com.
