CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QC Life) - Ever wonder what it takes to care for the animals below the surface? On this edition of Beyond the Banks, we learn about the dive program at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia, South Carolina.
The program supports the aquarium, seal and sea lion, otter and river, and penguin exhibits. Each area has its own specialized team of keepers who help with feeding dives, check on animals, and keep habitats clean and maintained.
Interested in getting involved? Riverbanks also has a volunteer program. Open-water training is required for divers, and the team can help participants through the training process.
Learn more and plan your visit at riverbanks.org.
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