Everyone was enthralled by the penguins, especially Chen Nan, and Candice was especially excited to find the new Polar Play Zone where she climbed up and slid down the slide just like a penguin. We were also able to touch live star fish and coral and watch the otters undertaking their morning feeding session where the trainers played games designed to make the otters more comfortable with human interaction which allows for some very important health monitoring.

The team finished the visit by cutting the ribbon on the front stairs outside of the Shedd, overlooking the beautiful Chicago skyline, and officially opening the new Oceanarium. The enthusiastic crowd gave the team a warm welcome before rushing inside to get their first look at the new Oceanarium.