Coastal Lecture Series
With the Indian River Lagoon under relentless environmental attack, see how ongoing research is linking human health, marine mammal health, and environmental health in our watery backyard.
Coastal Lecture Series
"Indian River Lagoon Research at the Smithsonian Marine Station" by Dr. Valerie Paul
Coastal Lecture Series
Sea turtles aren’t Florida’s only special turtles! Discover the surprising role that gopher tortoises – the ultimate animal landlords – play in the health of Florida’s ecosystems.
Coastal Lecture Series
"Florida's Invasive Reptiles and Amphibians" by Dr. Zack Jud
Coastal Lecture Series
"Living in the Zika Latitudes: Mosquitoes, Humans, and Emerging Pathogens" by Dr. Gordon Patterson
Coastal Lecture Series
"Sea Level Rise–Fact & Fiction" by John Englander is the first of eight thought-provoking, science and conservation-themed lectures focused on topics that are relevant to everyone who lives in coastal Florida. Held from 6:30-7:45 p.m. on select TUESDAYS at the Blake Library in Stuart, Jan-Mar.
Coastal Lecture Series
Learn about the rare and endangered fish species that call the St. Lucie River home, and how years of polluted freshwater discharge are threatening their existence.
Coastal Lecture Series
"Deepwater Horizon – Ten Years Later" by Dr. Jon Moore is the seventh of eight thought-provoking, science and conservation-themed lectures focused on topics that are relevant to everyone who lives in coastal Florida. Held from 6:30-7:45 p.m. on select TUESDAYS at the Blake Library in Stuart, Jan-…
Coastal Lecture Series
"Islands in the Sand: Nearshore Hardbottom Reefs of East Florida" by Dr. Dan McCarthy and Dr. Ken Lindeman
Coastal Lecture Series
"Ditch of Dreams: The Cross Florida Barge Canal & the Struggle for Florida’s Future" by Dr. Steve Noll
Coastal Lecture Series
"Hope for Healthier Waters in the Sunshine State: Update 2019" by Mark Perry is the second event of the 2020 Coastal Lecture Series held Tuesdays from 6:30-7:45 p.m. at the Blake Library. We encourage you to arrive early as space is limited to the first 250 attendees.
Coastal Lecture Series
The Indian River Lagoon and St. Lucie River are in trouble! Get an update on last year’s cyanobacteria blooms and Lake Okeechobee discharges, and find out what the future holds for fixing these problems.
Community Conversation
Let's talk about our Environment!
Community Outreach
At Florida Oceanographic Society, we believe that protecting Florida’s coastal ecosystems starts with community connection. Through our outreach programs, we bring science, stewardship, and sustainability beyond the walls of the Coastal Center and into schools, festivals, libraries, and…
Community Partnerships
Building a Stronger Future for Our Ecosystems—Together
Florida Oceanographic Society is proud to partner with businesses and community organizations that share our commitment to protecting Florida’s coastal ecosystems. Our Business Partners and Community Supporters play a vital role in advancing…
Community Supporters
community supporters
Geoffrey C. Smith Galleries…
Concert for a Cause
Come out to Terra Fermata on November 23 as Earthtones presents Strung Like a Horse!
Congressman Brian Mast reintroduces 3 bills to protect Lake Okeechobee
The discharges from Lake Okeechobee through the Port Mayaca and St. Lucie Lock and Dams continues to anger Congressman Brian Mast - as well as environmental organizations in the region.
A Conservation Breeding Program for the Cape Sable Seaside Sparrow
This December, SFWMD announced plans to start a conservation breeding program to help protect the Cape Sable Seaside Sparrow.
Conservation of a Prehistoric Fish: Atlantic Tarpon in the Anthropocene
Learn how researchers are using high-tech and low-tech solutions to track tarpon migrations and identify critical juvenile habitats, in an effort to conserve this ancient gamefish species.
Construction begins on new Ocean EcoCenter at Florida Oceanographic Center
Take a look at this news clip featuring our new and upcoming Ocean EcoCenter!
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Contact Florida's Officials
Please take time to contact these elected officials and voice your concerns.
Florida's Officials
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
Phone: (850) 717-9337 | Send an Email
US Senator Rick Scott
Phone: (202) 224-5274 | Send an Email
US Senator Ashley Moody
Phone: (202) 224-3041 | Send an Email…
