Squalus Sea Lion Splash, the only traveling, self-contained sea lion show, will capture the hearts of children and adults alike at the 2004 Houston International Boat, Sport and Travel Show, January 9-18 at Reliant Center.

The idea of the sea lion show originated when Squalus started taking in beached sea lions who where unable to be returned to the wild due to age or injuries, and unable to provide food for themselves. Sammy, a lovable, blind sea lion of 24 years of age, was rescued on a beach in California six years ago and has been performing for Squalus ever since. Squalus saved Amy and Alicia from near death seven years ago on a beach in Argentina, and they are the only South American sea lions in the U.S. today. Squalus provides a permanent home for these sea lions for the rest of their lives.

Surfer Joe, trainer and host of the show, gives spellbinding presentations where he brings out the natural comedic behavior of the three sea lions. These behaviors include in and out of water actions, balancing, catching and retrieving objects, handstands, dancing, singing and interaction with the audience. The show is geared around educating the audience on the habits and nature of the sea lions with a lot of comedy thrown in. Sea lions are natural performers and will ad lib without prompting, stealing the show with their adorable mischief.

Don't miss Sammy, Amy, and Alicia in action at the 2004 Houston Boat Show!