Aquatic Experience Debuting At The Meadowlands In Secaucus

Kids can see sharks up close and personal, touch marine creatures with their bare hands, and enjoy all things aquatic at the Aquatic Experience next weekend at the Meadowlands Expo Center in Secaucus.

Kids and adults can watch a live shark encounter and learn what specifics of fish have remained virtually unchanged for more than 100 million years at the Jurassic Aquarium Exhibition.

There is also the Wall of Fish, which features 36 aquariums stocked with a variety of ornamental tropical fish and aquatic plants.

There will also be a variety of live aquascaping competitions showcased. The latest trends and innovations in at-home aquatics will also be showcased.

It is the first time the national trade show is coming to New Jersey. The event caters to aquarium hobbyists to aquatic enthusiasts.

Newly discovered tropical fish from Iran, Vietnam, Laos, and Palau will be showcased as well.

Industry experts including, George Blasiola, Chris Lukhaup, Jessie Sanders, and George Farmer will be on hand to share their knowledge on a variety of topics.

The Meadowlands Expo Center is at 355 Plaza Drive in Secaucus. NJ Transit provides direct transportation from Manhattan to the center. The show is open Oct. 19 from 11 a.m to 6 p.m., Oct. 20 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Oct. 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

General admission tickets cost $15. Children's tickets cost $10. Kids 5 and younger will be admitted free. A weekend pass costs $99.

The World Pet Association reinvests proceeds from the nonprofit show back into the pet industry through its Good Works program, which benefits of number of organizations that encourage responsible pet ownership.

For more information, visit aquaticexperience.org.

Email: daniel.hubbard@patch.com

Image via World Pet Association