Mississippi Sound Estuary Program

Mississippi Sound Estuary Program Here to facilitate community-driven conservation, restoration, and stewardship of Mississippi Sound.

We’ve deployed two moored Sofar Spotters in the Mississippi Sound, one near Gulfport and one near Biloxi at Deer Island!...
09/01/2026

We’ve deployed two moored Sofar Spotters in the Mississippi Sound, one near Gulfport and one near Biloxi at Deer Island! 🌊

These buoys collect real-time information about water and weather conditions, including wave height, direction, and timing, as well as water temperature and air pressure.

So, why does this matter? This information will help communities better understand the conditions in our local waters and support safer, more informed boating, fishing, research, and coastal planning.

🌊 Public access to this real-time data will be available very soon!

09/01/2026

📣Come see us this Saturday, and let's spot some shorebirds together!

🌊🪶Join Audubon staff for a peaceful morning bird outing along the shore. Whether you’re a seasoned birder or just curious, this beginner and family-friendly opportunity is the perfect way to connect with nature. Bring your curiosity, your binoculars (if you have them), and your love for the outdoors — all are welcome!

✨ What birds are you hoping to see? Let us know in the comments!

09/01/2026

I am happy to announce that the KEYNOTE speaker for the next PRBA meeting will be Ellie Mallon from Osprey Initiative! She is the Senior Operations Manager where where she combines her background in biology with a passion for hands-on environmental conservation and sustainability! ♻ Come learn how she bridges scientific research with practical, community-based solutions, allowing her to help develop and implement programs that create measurable environmental impact.

I hope to see everyone there! 🌼

09/01/2026

Join the Grand Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve !

🌧️A big part of protecting our estuaries is helping students understand how connected our watersheds are. Litter and pol...
08/28/2026

🌧️A big part of protecting our estuaries is helping students understand how connected our watersheds are. Litter and pollutants can travel downstream, eventually making their way to the Mississippi Sound right here on the Gulf Coast.

Thank you, Bayou View Middle School, for having us! We loved exploring ways to keep our waterways clean and healthy!🌊

🎨 Calling all Mississippi high school artists! 🎨Your art has the power to make a difference! Enter the Art Doing Its Par...
08/27/2026

🎨 Calling all Mississippi high school artists! 🎨

Your art has the power to make a difference! Enter the Art Doing Its Part statewide art competition and use your creativity to highlight how litter impacts your community, our environment, and our waterways. Your artwork could become part of a statewide campaign promoting litter prevention and inspiring communities across Mississippi to do their part!

🏆 One winner will be selected from each of Mississippi’s seven regions. All seven regional finalists will have their artwork and slogans featured on billboards across the state, promoted through digital media campaigns, and showcased in a traveling art exhibit visiting communities throughout Mississippi!

🎉 But that’s not all! Each finalist’s school will have the opportunity to participate in a local cleanup project to help remove litter and beautify their community. The overall winning school will also receive 10 water refill stations to support waste reduction and environmental stewardship.

📢 Help us spread the word! This is an exciting opportunity for students to use their art to inspire others and make a real impact. Homeschooled students are encouraged to enter.

📅All artwork must be submitted to your regional hub contact by October 23 found at artdoingitspart.com

🔗 Learn more about the Art Doing Its Part competition, access contest resources and classroom materials, and find your regional hub contact at artdoingitspart.com

🦇Last week, our in-house bat biologist and Wildlife Coordinator, Mandy Rigsby, was one of the many team leads for the 20...
08/26/2026

🦇Last week, our in-house bat biologist and Wildlife Coordinator, Mandy Rigsby, was one of the many team leads for the 2026 Southeastern Bat Diversity Network Bat Blitz that took place in Hattiesburg, MS.

For three nights, teams surveyed for bats across multiple sites in an effort to collect as much data as possible in a short amount of time. From the forests of the De Soto, to the bottomlands with the gators, a total of 255 bats were recorded across the sites consisting of 8 species!

08/26/2026

As you prepare for a new school year, consider giving your students an opportunity to take learning beyond the classroom. 🌎🌿

Envirothon connects high school students with real-world conservation challenges through hands-on learning and friendly competition. It’s a chance to spark curiosity, build confidence, and introduce students to careers in natural resources while helping them develop skills they’ll carry with them long after graduation.

Interested in starting your own Envirothon team? Your first step is to contact your state/provinces representative. They can provide the information you need to start a team in your area!

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1815 Popps Ferry Road
Biloxi, MS
39532

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