#OceanRunnerNH: Sea Life Winter Adaptations

Posted on December 30, 2016

What happens to sea creatures when temperatures dip below freezing? Ocean Runner Nichole visited the shore with SSC Naturalist Sarah Toupin to find our how animals adapt to winter weather.

Help Ocean Runner fund a new program, Healthy Ocean or Bust Bandits, a community action ocean conservation program to be launched in 2017, that will inspire children to design, organize and promote mini-campaigns to educate and motivate citizens to think blue (or green), by donating here. 

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24th Annual BioBlitz!

Sunday, September 20, 2026 • 7 AM-4PM

Join us at Odiorne Point State Park to discover the incredible diversity of species found along our Seacoast. All ages and experience levels are welcome!

CLOSING EARLY: THURSDAY, May 22, 2025. Due to anticipated high winds, we will be closing at 3pm today, to prioritize the safety of visitors, volunteers & staff. Stay safe.

Update: Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Planning to visit today?

It’s a good idea to reserve online, especially with rain forecasted, as rainy summer days often find us at capacity, particularly in the morning, with walk-ins depending on availability. Book tickets here. 

Seacoast Science Center

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