Florida Beach Quests
Discover the secrets behind every beachcomber’s unanswered questions about beach plants, animals, physical processes, and more.
Florida cutting red tape to expedite seagrass planting for starving manatees
As manatees die in record numbers, seagrass planters feel an urgency to restore the Indian River Lagoon.
Florida environment groups join Mast, Donalds calling on Corps to stop Lake O discharges
U.S. Rep Brian Mast joined a coalition of Florida environment groups at the Port Mayaca Lock and Dam Tuesday to convey support for a revised Lake Okeechobee plan which sends more water south to the thirsty Everglades and eliminates discharges from the lake to coastal estuaries.
Florida Estuaries In Crisis
Learn about estuaries,
why they are in crisis,
and what you can do to help…
Florida’s Fantastic Sea Turtles Virtual Lecture
In honor of Endangered Species Day, join Dr. Zack Jud for a live Zoom-based lecture focused on sea turtle biology, ecology, and conservation.
Florida’s Living Dinosaurs: Monitoring Florida’s Endangered Leatherback Sea Turtles
Discover the cutting-edge leatherback sea turtle research that’s being carried out under the cover of darkness on local beaches by biologists with Florida Leatherbacks, Inc.
Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center teaches protection, conservation
The Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center is located on Hutchinson Island in Martin County, between the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River Lagoon. This interactive facility allows visitors to explore the native ecosystem of Florida in a way that some people may never experience.
Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center works to protect marine life, water quality, beaches
The Coastal Center on Hutchinson Island is a place where folks can learn about area coastal ecosystems and environmental stewardship and have fun while doing it.
Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center in Martin County inspires environmental stewardship
Just steps away from the coast on Hutchinson Island sits the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center, which is dedicated to keeping local marine life not just surviving but thriving.
Florida Oceanographic x Ocean Republic Kick-Off Night
Join us at Ocean Republic Brewing in Stuart on July 11th for the kick-off celebration of our collaborative beer creation!
Florida Oceanographic Society gets Impact 100 Martin grant for coastal restoration
TCPalm's Luminaries and YourNews covers a grant of $25,500 from Impact 100 Martin to Florida Oceanographic for coastal restoration.
Florida Oceanographic Society committed to improving water quality in St. Lucie Estuary, Indian River Lagoon
'I think we've recognized we can't continue to pollute it and think it’s going to survive,' Mark Perry says.
Florida Oceanographic Society committed to improving water quality in St. Lucie Estuary, Indian River Lagoon
"We need everyone to be involved in that process and stand up for our waters," Casey Kniffin, advocacy coordinator, said. "We do a lot behind the scenes."
Florida Oceanographic Society Demands Stop to Discharges
Florida Oceanographic Society's Board of Directors recently passed a resolution advocating for a change to the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan.
Florida Right to Clean Water
Florida’s water quality has continued to decline despite previous attempts to clean up our waterways. The Florida Right to Clean and Healthy Water Amendment aims to empower Floridians to ensure that agencies enforce policies to protect our waters. Florida Oceanographic advocates for strengthening…
Florida sea turtle nesting season: Where can I see sea turtle nests? When is the season?
For part of the year, the beach becomes home to sea turtles who are in the nesting process. During this time, there are regulations to keep the sea turtle eggs and hatchlings safe.
Florida’s Treasure Coast serves up gold
If you drive North from Miami on I-95 for just two hours and then take a small turn right you will come to the area known as Florida’s Treasure Coast...
Florida's Water Crisis Has Sport Fishing on the Brink of Collapse
Outdoor Life covers the threat of fecal matter, killer algae, too much water, and not enough water on Florida's legendary inshore fishing sport and interviews Dr. Zack Jud.
Florida’s Waters – Current Outlook and Future Plans
Get caught up on the current health of our local waterways, and see how efforts to improve the management of Lake Okeechobee are progressing.
Floridian's Guide to Algae
Algae vs. cyanobacteria…
A Forgotten Kinship: The Role of Seabirds in Maritime Cultures, Ocean Exploration, and Marine Conservation
Explore the ecological importance of seabirds from coral reefs to mountain tops, their role in maritime cultures, and efforts to conserve and protect seabird populations.
Fort Pierce algae found to not be toxic
Test results from two samples taken this week along the Indian River in Fort Pierce confirm the presence of blue-green algae but it shows no signs of being toxic.
