Plank, bench sponsorships to help pier programs

Some of the money for programs and exhibits at the new Jennette’s Pier is being raised through sponsorships of planks and benches.

More than 1,500 plank sponsorship are available for $200 each and 34 bench sponsorships will be offered at $1,500 each.

The money will go toward live aquatic exhibits, summer camps, alternative energy displays, fishing tournaments and other programs and events.

Contributors can select the placement and wording of a blue fish tile. The 14-inch Corian fish are hand cut and polished, then engraved with and permanently embedded in the deck boards along the pier. Donors can list the names of children, grandchildren or businesses. It could also be made into a memorial for a loved one.

Similar fish plaques are available on the 34 wooden benches that line the pier. Bench sponsors will also receive six fishing passes.

The new Jennette’s Pier, operated by the North carolina Aquariums, is scheduled to open May 21, 2011.

Go online to locate and purchase a plank or bench. www.jennettespier.net

Additional sponsorships are available. Contact the Aquarium Development office: Jay.Barnes@ncaquariums.com. For further information or questions contact: (252) 473-3494 ext. 243 or buster.nunemaker@ncaquariums.com.

Photo: Ray Matthews Photography, Nags Head.

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