By: Michael Ullom
Aquarena Center is an educational center in San Marcos, Texas that is devoted to the conservation of the unique archeological and biological resources of Spring Lake. The spring and resort was purchased by Texas State University in 1991 and continued to be used as a theme park and resort.
In February 1996 the university took an environmentalist step in restoring the natural beauty and dignity of the spring. The university voted to change the facility from a theme park into a more educational and learning facility.
The theme park rides and mermaid shows were eliminated from the park. The rides were removed to give the spring a less cluttered look. The underwater theatre was used for educational workshops instead of mermaid shows.
The site is now known as Aquarena Center and has exhibits on endangered species and many archeological artifacts discovered in the area. The center also offers glass bottom boat and kayak tours, educational tours and a wetland boardwalk.
The Aquarena Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Project is currently underway at Aquarena Center. The project is focusing on removing old theme park structures that are underwater and on the banks of the spring. There is no exact date for completion of the project but the goal is to be done by next summer.
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