Florida Oceanographic Society

Florida Oceanographic Society Inspiring environmental stewardship of Florida's coastal ecosystems through education, research and advocacy. Learn more at www.floridaocean.org
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What an incredible evening!Last Thursday, more than 240 community members joined us at the Lyric Theatre to celebrate Wo...
06/17/2026

What an incredible evening!

Last Thursday, more than 240 community members joined us at the Lyric Theatre to celebrate World Ocean Week during the 23rd Annual International Ocean Film Festival. Through powerful storytelling and stunning cinematography, attendees were inspired to learn more about our ocean and the importance of conserving the coastal ecosystems we all depend on.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this event such a success. Together, we're building a community that cares deeply about protecting our blue planet. 💙

A special thank you to our sponsors for helping bring this event to life:

🌟 Presenting Sponsor: WM
🎥 Film Sponsor: The City of Stuart
🤝 Community Sponsor:

Your support helps Florida Oceanographic continue its mission to inspire conservation of Florida's coastal ecosystems through education, research, and advocacy.

Happy World Sea Turtle Day!Today we celebrate some of the ocean's most iconic ambassadors and the important role they pl...
06/16/2026

Happy World Sea Turtle Day!

Today we celebrate some of the ocean's most iconic ambassadors and the important role they play in maintaining healthy marine ecosystems. From grazing seagrass beds to supporting balanced coastal food webs, sea turtles are an essential part of Florida's coastal environment.

Together, we can help ensure a future where sea turtles continue to thrive along Florida's coast.

06/16/2026

POV: You just planted your first seagrass plot and suddenly you’re emotionally invested in a patch of underwater grass. 🌱💚

Seagrass may not look flashy, but these underwater meadows provide habitat for marine life, improve water quality, stabilize sediments, and help keep our coastal ecosystems healthy.

Once you plant your first plot, you’ll understand. 🌊

🚧 The Waterworks Exploration Zone is closed today for regularly scheduled maintenance as we work to keep this interactiv...
06/15/2026

🚧 The Waterworks Exploration Zone is closed today for regularly scheduled maintenance as we work to keep this interactive experience in great shape for our guests.

There's still plenty to explore during your visit to the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center! Meet our resident sea turtles, stroll through our coastal habitats, discover the Gamefish Lagoon, and get hands-on with marine life in our touch pools while learning about Florida's unique coastal ecosystems.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you for a day of discovery and conservation-inspired fun.

📍 Visit us on Hutchinson Island and explore all the Coastal Center has to offer!

06/13/2026

Hot Girl Summer incoming 🐢 🌴 🍹

Turtwig is getting her regular carapace (shell) scrub from our Animal Care Team — just in time for summer 😎

Routine health checks and cleanings help support her overall well-being while allowing our team to closely monitor her health.

Every interaction is an opportunity to learn more about these incredible animals and the challenges they face in the wild. Healthy coastal ecosystems provide sea turtles with the clean water, seagrass beds, and habitats they need to thrive.

Visit the Coastal Center to see Turtwig and our other resident animals, learn about the importance of sea turtle conservation, and discover how protecting Florida’s coastal ecosystems helps safeguard wildlife for future generations.

📍 Plan your visit and experience the wonders of our coastal environment firsthand!



All activities authorized under FWC MTP 189

This week’s water quality grade for habitat health in the St. Lucie Estuary and southern Indian River Lagoon earned a B!...
06/12/2026

This week’s water quality grade for habitat health in the St. Lucie Estuary and southern Indian River Lagoon earned a B!

Based on 32 reports across 10 monitoring zones, water clarity, dissolved oxygen, and salinity conditions were generally fair to good, supporting the health of important coastal habitats like seagrass beds and oyster reefs.

✅ No Lake Okeechobee discharges were reported this week.
✅ Water clarity remained fair to good for seagrass health.
✅ Dissolved oxygen levels were fair to good throughout the estuary and lagoon.
✅ Salinity conditions improved across the estuary, with the middle estuary falling within the optimal range for adult eastern oysters.

Thank you to our dedicated FLOWSS citizen science volunteers who help collect this valuable data each week and support the long-term health of our coastal ecosystems.

📊 Interested in the full water quality report from June 3, 2026? View it here:https://www.floridaocean.org/sites/default/files/images/WQ%20Data_3%20June%202026.pdf

06/11/2026

Jupiter Island is facing a growing erosion crisis.

A new state report warns that nearly the entire coastline of Jupiter Island is critically eroded—threatening roads, infrastructure, wildlife habitat, and even cultural and archaeological resources that help define this unique barrier island.

The 2025 Florida Department of Environmental Protection report found that erosion along Jupiter Island’s 11.5-mile shoreline has become so severe that the ocean could eventually break through at Peck Lake, potentially creating a new inlet and splitting the island in two.

As sea levels continue to rise, coastal ecosystems face increasing pressure. Saltwater intrusion can alter the delicate balance of coastal marshes, changing the habitats that countless plants and animals depend on to survive.

Protecting Florida’s coast means understanding the challenges it faces today and supporting solutions that build resilience for the future.

A big thank you to everyone who participated in our Ray Round-Up! 🌊Participants helped our Animal Care team document and...
06/10/2026

A big thank you to everyone who participated in our Ray Round-Up! 🌊

Participants helped our Animal Care team document and collect data on the cownose rays in our care. These rays serve as important ambassadors for their wild counterparts, and regular monitoring helps us better understand their health, behavior, and individual characteristics.

Throughout the event, participants worked alongside our staff to observe the rays, record data, and gain a behind-the-scenes look at the care and attention that goes into maintaining a healthy environment for these remarkable animals.

For those who joined us, it was an opportunity to learn more about ray biology and animal care play in education and conservation. For our Animal Care team, the additional observations and documentation were incredibly valuable.

Thank you to everyone who spent their time learning, contributing, and helping us care for the animals that inspire thousands of visitors each year. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you at future Florida Oceanographic programs!

06/09/2026

Every seagrass planting teaches us something new.

By tracking where each seagrass sod comes from and monitoring its survival in the field, our researchers can identify which plants are most resilient to environmental stressors. Through genetic sampling and ongoing monitoring, we’re helping build stronger, healthier seagrass meadows for the future.

06/08/2026

Happy World Ocean Day! 🌊💙

Our ocean covers more than 70% of the planet, supports countless species, helps regulate our climate, and provides the oxygen we breathe every day. Yet pollution, plastic waste, excess nutrients, and carbon emissions continue to threaten this incredible ecosystem.

Today, take a moment to celebrate the ocean and commit to protecting it. Every action—big or small—helps ensure a healthier future for our waters, wildlife, and communities.

Together, we can keep our ocean thriving for generations to come.

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890 NE Ocean Boulevard
Stuart, FL
34996

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Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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