Sting Ray Lagoon at DC

[TinkHappy]

I don't think there is any way possible to get my kids to swim with the sting rays after the death of Steve Erwin. Has anyone else had this problem. I am up for suggestions, tips, anything.

Thank You!!

 

[Amity 3]

the only advice I can give you is that their barbs have been removed. the poor guys have gotten a bad rap from the incident. it's no different than swimming with a manatee.

 

[King Triton]

They are beautiful creatures.

 

[HopperFan]

Barbs are removed, they are well fed, they are tame and they are the softest thing to touch ! I have always been terrified of them in the ocean, but at DC they were the most interesting of all and I not only touched in the touch pool, but snorkeled right up to the giant ones in the reef ! If I can do it, they can

 

[Amity 3]

nice pics. the cownoses are my favorites, they feel like velvet.