Dedicated Duo - Robyn and Troy Church
As Turtle Scouts, Troy and Robyn patrol designated beaches after dark, searching for nesting loggerhead sea turtles to share with guests waiting in the classroom. “The most exciting part of the night is the search,” they say.
DeSantis wants Florida to control Everglades restoration, not the feds
“At a press conference in Juno Beach,” Politico reported, “the governor said Florida would ask the incoming Trump administration for more authority to help speed construction of a federal reservoir south of Lake Okeechobee.
Don Denny - Water is in His Blood
Don Denny has always enjoyed rivers and the ocean and the opportunities for enjoyment they provide. As a water sample tester on the Narrow River in Rhode Island, he was inspired when a volunteer organization led a campaign to clean it up.
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Dragging the Deep: How Bottom Trawling Threatens a Critical Coral Reef of Florida's East Coast
Discover the little-known Oculina Coral, a rare and resilient species that could hold the key to saving reefs worldwide and why it's now at risk.
EAA Reservoir Project (SB 10): 90 Days In
It looks like the project is making progress. Everything has been moving forward according to schedule, with the exception of the US Army Corps of Engineers who requested 30 additional days to begin the post-authorization report.
Earth Day Celebration
Celebrate Earth Day with a fun, family-friendly event at the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center!
Earth Day Celebration
Celebrate Earth Day at Florida Oceanographic
Earth Day Coastal Cleanup
Come join us as we put our stewardship into action by cleaning up our coasts.
An Earth Day Message from Executive Director Mark Perry
April 22, 2020, is the 50th Annual Earth Day!
Earth Day Trail Walk with Dr. Zack Jud
In honor of Earth Day, join us for a special guided tour of the Coastal Center’s nature trail before we open to the public, led by Dr. Zack Jud, Florida Oceanographic’s Director of Education and Exhibits.
Eat Cake & Create Watercolor Class
Celebrate the beauty of autumn by creating a fun mixed media/watercolor greeting card inspired by the ocean.
EcoChampion Program
Thanks to the generosity of the Doris M. Carter Family Foundation, you have the incredible opportunity to double the impact of your monthly gift and stand with us in the fight for clean water. Our waterways matter, and that's why we're working tirelessly to protect and preserve them. Maximize your…
Ecological Succession and Its Impact on Oysters in Florida’s Coastal Ecosystems
Florida’s coastal ecosystems are dynamic and ever-changing, shaped by natural processes that affect the plants, animals, and microorganisms living within them. One of the most fascinating processes is ecological succession...
Eco-Logical Trivia Night at Philly Down South
Test your environmental knowledge at Eco-Logical Trivia at Philly Down South Bar & Restaurant.
Education Outreach
Each year, the Education Department at Florida Oceanographic Society educates thousands of students from around our community and around the globe with on-site field trip programs, Virtual Field Trips, in-school outreach programs, summer camps, and special educational activities. Under the…
Educational Resources
Free Environmental Education Resources for Kids and Families
At Florida Oceanographic Society, we’re passionate about helping children connect with nature and develop a lifelong love for Florida’s coastal ecosystems. On this page, you’ll find a curated collection of fun, educational activities and…
Encounters With Gentle Giants: A Year in the Life of Sea Turtles
Hit the beach to see how researchers at Loggerhead Marinelife Center are working to protect Earth’s last “living dinosaurs” through nest monitoring, sea turtle tracking, and other scientific studies.
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.
