Estuaries celebrated at Florida Oceanographic Society
Florida Oceanographic Society celebrated estuaries at the Coastal Center on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023. The event included ecosystem education with trail walks, oyster and water quality demonstrations, crafts, food and activities.
Estuaries Day
Estuaries are some of the most biodiverse ecosystems on our planet. Learn more about these important ecosystems during a day of fun-filled activities at the Coastal Center.
Estuaries Day
Estuaries are some of the most biodiverse ecosystems on our planet. Learn more about these important ecosystems during a day of fun-filled activities at the Coastal Center.
Estuaries Festival (Cancelled)
Estuaries are some of the most biodiverse ecosystems on our planet. Learn more about these important ecosystems during a day of fun-filled activities at the Coastal Center.
Evading Extinction in the Anthropocene: Guiding the Goliath Grouper
Learn about the biology and conservation of the goliath grouper and this huge fish’s importance to the fishing and diving industries in our region.
Everglades to Estuaries
Join Florida Oceanographic Society and The Everglades Foundation for a free live update on the latest efforts to restore the Florida Everglades.
Everglades Restoration
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Expedition Florida Camp | Ages 12-14
In this immersive camp, kids will get their hands wet, and their feet a little dirty, as they explore the natural wonders of the Treasure Coast!
Expert warns of potential for Lake Okeechobee discharges this winter
This summer, experts braced for a flurry of discharges from Lake Okeechobee that would threaten local waterways on the Treasure Coast, including the St. Lucie River and the Indian River Lagoon.
Exploring the Coontie Plant: A Resilient and Ancient Species of the Southeast
As an integral component of its native ecosystems, understanding the role of the Coontie plant is essential for conservation efforts and sustainable landscaping practices.
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FAU Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute: Current Research and Future Priorities
Learn about Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute’s research programs, including efforts to improve Florida’s water quality and harmful algae bloom problems.
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Fertilizer Fight: 55 groups pen letter to governor to veto fertilizer study, protect water
Nitrogen and Phosphorous can make your lawn beautiful, but they also feed blue-green algae and kill seagrass, critical to marine life in our waterways. Environmental groups want the governor to veto a plan they say will hurt local ecosystems.
Fertilizer use and Runoff
At Florida Oceanographic Society, we advocate for a fertilizer-free approach to landscaping to help safeguard our coastal ecosystems. Excess nutrients from fertilizers wash into our waterways, fueling harmful algal blooms that threaten marine life and water quality. However, if you choose to use…
