Waking up early, shoveling snow inside the penguin exhibit and cleaning walrus and sea lion "snot" didn't discourage Gina from pursuing a career with animals – in fact those tasks encouraged her career choice. Craving an inside look into the world of animal care, Gina registered for Adventure Camp at SeaWorld San Antonio in 1998 and had the chance to see exactly what it took. It wasn't long before Gina realized that this was the career for her. After her camp experience, Gina enrolled at Eckerd College, where she graduated with a degree in marine science and a minor in psychology. Today, more than 10 years later, Gina is living her dream as a Dolphin Trainer at Discovery Cove in Orlando, Florida, and working side-by-side with former Adventure Camp alum. Her number one tip to teens interested in animal care: use your summers to gain hands-on experience.