>> COTG Caravan to MOTE AQUARIUM
January 21, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Caravan to the MOTE AQUARIUM in Sarasota!
WHEN: Wednesday January 21st, 2026
WHERE: MOTE Aquarium
LOCATION: 225 University Town Center Drive Sarasota, FL 34243
RSVP: Please let Robert know if you are interested in attending ASAP to get a head count
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Mote Aquarium Trip
The newly opened Mote Aquarium in Sarasota has been suggested as a club day trip. I have done some investigation and respectfully propose the following.January 21, 2026 (Wednesday)
> Depart from the Del Tura Plaza at 18900 N Tamami Trail (Just across from Del Tura community)
> Gather by 9:00 AM for a departure no later than 9:15 to arrive at the aquarium for a 10:30 entry.> The arrival times are scheduled on the half hour as to prevent overcrowding.The website indicates there is no time limit for a visit but suggests two hours is sufficient to experience the exhibits.> Have lunch at Ford's Garage (1:00) just across the street within easy walking, without moving cars or loop around the shopping mall to drive (one way traffic).> After lunch return home at your leisure, perhaps enjoying retail therapy at the University Center,Tickets for the aquarium are $32.00 each and must be purchased in advance for a specific entry time (suggesting 11:00AM)
Purchase tickets online at www.mote.orgEveryone will be responsible to obtain their admission tickets and there are no refunds
I have looked at travel routes and the interstate getting on at Tuckers Grand is the most efficient. Non interstate routes are just too long for a day trip.
PHONE: 810-516-5623
EMAIL: Robert Schlaff at rjschlaff@gmail.com
LINK: Aquarium | Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium
Thank you,
Robert
