Wetland Conservation in Florida: Habitats for Fishes and Fowl
Explore the history and importance of wetlands in the Sunshine State and measures to conserve what remains of these special places.
What is a Mangrove/Can Mangroves Save the World?
Dr. Lorae Simpson sat down with Nicholas D’Alessandro, host of the Wait Five Minutes podcast to talk all about mangroves, the different types that can be found in our subtropical ecosystem and the interesting role they play in our environment.
What's the state of Florida's water quality after Hurricane Ian, Nicole?
Executive Director and CEO of the Florida Oceanographic Society, Mark Perry, discusses the water quality of Lake Okeechobee and the estuaries following this summer's rainy season.
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Environmental Leaders Applaud Governor Ron DeSantis’ Continued Environmental Commitment through the Framework for Freedom Budget
Governor Ron DeSantis signed the Framework for Freedom Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24, which includes over $3.8 billion for Florida’s environment and reinforces the state’s commitment to Everglades restoration, water quality protections, vital land acquisitions, and resilience of inland and coastal…
What would discharges mean for Martin County?
People in and around Martin County are anxiously awaiting whether the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will announce discharges from Lake Okeechobee to the St. Lucie Estuary.
Who We Are
Florida Oceanographic Society is a non-profit organization founded in 1964 with the mission to inspire environmental stewardship of Florida's coastal ecosystems through education, research and advocacy.
Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center is a 57-acre marine life nature center located on…
Wonder in the Waves Book Signing
Join us for the launch and signing of author Jennifer Collins' newest book, Wonder in the Waves.
World Ocean Day Beach Cleanup - FULL
Celebrate World Oceans Day with a beach cleanup at Jensen Beach. Join us as we put our stewardship into action.
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World Oceans Day Beach Cleanup
Celebrate World Oceans Day with us and help us to clean Stuart Beach!
WPBF: Florida Oceanographic Society unveils new Ocean EcoCenter
The Florida Oceanographic Society unveiled its new Ocean Eco-Center Friday morning.
WPTV Covers the Upcoming Coastal Center Expansion
Take a look at this video featured on WPTV of the Coastal Center's upcoming expansion.
WPTV: New Ocean EcoCenter Set To Open in Martin County
Grand Opening July 16th!
Yoga with the sea turtles
Connect the mind and body with nature in a 60 minute yoga class held at Florida Oceanographic Society’s sea turtle pavilion!
