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The Canadian Museum of Nature has some new aquatic residents: live anemones, urchins, sea cucumbers, sea stars and more are now on view in a newly-unveiled interactive feature in the Water Gallery. The Pacific Discovery Tank is 14.6-feet (almost five metres) long and reveals the interesting creatures that inhabit tide pools (shallow pools of water […]
The Republic of Palau and the United States will co-host the 7th Our Ocean Conference on April 13-14, 2022. The Conference will be a key moment for countries, civil society, and industry to commit to concrete and significant actions to protect the ocean. Throughout the six previous conferences, participants have made more than 1,400 commitments […]
The origin of life is from ocean, and ocean supports 25% marine ecosystem. 60% coral reefs are expected to be dead and gone in the next 30 years. From the Earth to the Ocean ââ April 22 World Earth Day to June 8 World Ocean Day. Sponsored by iLab, eXtremeSPACE summons eXtreme sports professionals and […]
Join John Dabiri, Centennial Chair Professor at Caltech, for a lecture on his work exploring new angles for ocean investigation, including the development of bioinspired systems with the potential to enable the examination of the entire ocean. This yearâs lecture, Bioinspired Ocean Exploration, will consider how the fluid mechanics of efficient locomotion by jellyfish can […]
Today, NOAA Fisheries released two flagship reportsâthe 2021 Status of Stocks report and the 2020 Fisheries of the United States report. âThese reports help capture our shared and continued commitment to sustainable fisheries management in the U.S. as we continue to make progress in rebuilding and ending overfishing on stocks and work to increase the […]
The 7th Conference of Sea Teachers happens in PavilhĂŁo do Conhecimento - Centro CiĂȘncia Viva (Pavillion of Knowledge) in Lisbon and this year is dedicated to ocean conservation, the 30x30 programme and all the efforts currently employed by research teams all over the world to help protect what's left of the ocean. This Conference targets […]
A set of workshops for primary school students are organized by graduate students of Sustainable Management of Aquatic Ecosystems of the Department of Ecology, Agronomy, and Aquaculture; University of Zadar, Croatia. Workshops cover several topics such as overfishing, bycatch, seaweeds, and marine food webs. The aim of the workshops is to increase marine knowledge as […]
EMBARGOED FOR: May 18, 2022 9A EST NEW STUDY: MORE AND BETTER U.S. MARINE PROTECTED AREAS NEEDED TO PROTECT KEY ECOSYSTEMS MAY 18, 2022, CORVALLIS, OREGON â A sweeping new analysis of US Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) published today in Frontiers in Marine Science, co-authored by scientists from 22 institutions across 14 states, identified significant […]
The Bangladesh Centre for Ocean Law and Policy (BCOLP) is going to be launched on the World Ocean Day (8 June 2022). BCOLP is a non-profit, non-partisan forum for education, research and training on ocean law and policy, focusing on Bangladesh and the Bay of Bengal. BCOLP aims to generate debates and discussions on […]
From Thursday 19 to Sunday 22 May, more than 150 ships, from three-masted barques to inland vessels to the smallest clinker sloop, will dock in Ostend for 'Ostend at Anchor'. Anyone with an interest in maritime history will find what they are looking for at this event. Get to know old ship crafts, taste freshly […]
Humankind has been captivated by the ocean for thousands of years. Over time, we have invented many ways to help us explore ocean depths and understand the creatures that live within. Discover just a few of the breakthroughs in ocean exploration, Irelandâs great marine scientists, and the research vessels that have been used in Irish […]
European Union Think Civil Program Project named "Clean Ocean, Clean Future" of Antalya Underwater Association Within the scope of the "Clean Ocean, Clean Future" Project prepared by the Antalya Underwater Association; 20 young people will be given diving training. An underwater cleaning team will be established with the participation of our young people and members […]
The Southern Resident orcas have survived on the Pacific Northwestâs abundant salmon for millennia, but four dams on the Lower Snake River are putting the future of both at risk. Join us to hear more about the effort to bring down these dams and get involved in a National Day of Action on May 24th […]
Did you know that most of the life on the planet is placed in the ocean? And that in the depths of the ocean there is a jellyfish capable of living forever? In this event we will discover some curiosities about the ocean and the animals and plants that have been living there throughout time. […]
The Southern Resident orcas have survived on the Pacific Northwestâs abundant salmon for millennia, but four dams on the Lower Snake River are putting the future of both at risk. Join us to hear more about the effort to bring down these dams and get involved in a National Day of Action on May 24th […]
Il progetto scolastico ' Il mare negli occhi del bambino' Ăš rivolto ai giovani alunni di tutti gli istituti scolastici e parte dall' allarme dell O.M.S. . Il percorso educativo si fonda su 3 pilastri: tutela e salvaguardia dell' ambiente Mare e quindi del Pianeta Terra autoconsapevolezza : respirazione consapevole e intelligenza emotiva rapporto con […]
Celebrate World Oceans Day with the UN's annual event, produced in partnership with non-profit Oceanic Global. Mark your calendars! Take a break during finals week and stop by the MSI and Oceans11 Tables to celebrate and learn more about #WorldOceanDay, 6/8 from 10AM-3PM! We will have snacks, games, and more. Find us on the East side […]
This event brings together artists, activists, and academics to discuss protecting the St. Lawrence River and its ecosystems. How would recognizing the river as a legal person favour better management of its waters? Brazilâs Raimunda Gomes da Silva, a leader in the fight for workersâ rights and environ mental conversation in the Amazon rainforest, will […]
Online zoom meeting for networking, discussion and basic training for World Ocean Day Reef Blitz between 1 and 8 June using iNaturalist. Join here:Â https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82300677552?pwd=NWVHb05LSk9YQStXeGVmekhYQW4xZz09 Learn more here
Join the largest group of naturalists in the world and share knowledge about the Great Barrier Reef. We are encouraging all people to connect with the ocean between 1 and 8 June, 2022 and share photographs about marine life. If you are a beach walker, citizen scientist, snorkelers, SCUBA diver, fisher, tourist, Master Reef Guide, […]
As of June 1, we will share the web series with you, right here on Facebook, in the âvideosâ section of Ocean Week. In addition to and as a premise to the web series, donât miss the discussion with France Basilic and Marie-France lâĂcuyer, on June 2 at 7:00 p.m. A good way to […]
JOIN THE I AM WATER TEAM FOR WORLD OCEANS WEEK Here's what we will be up to... 01 - 08 JUNE 2022 HOW DEEP IS YOUR LOVE? Calling all Ocean Heroes! PLEDGE towards I AM WATER's Ocean Conservation programmes: From 01 - 08 June, become an I AM WATER Ocean Hero - Pledge your monthly contribution […]
Live It Earthâs hybrid learning resources connect kids with people working in different fields and real-world subject matter expertsâno matter where they live! Live It Earth has created 8 ocean programs over the past two years, and is generously making them available for free to schools across Canada for the month of June! They are […]
Each year, students at the Cayman Islands Further Education Centre (CIFEC) are tasked with designing a poster in support of the Central Caribbean Marine Institute's (CCMI) Healthy Reefs awareness campaign. This project is an assignment where students develop artistic techniques while also working with a client, helping the students to develop transferrable life skills in […]
The French research schooner Tara stops in Walvis Bay from 1st â 6th June for an outreach stopover about the Ocean. The Tara Ocean Foundation is a French scientific foundation that works for the preservation of the ocean. The laboratory ship left South Africa to carry out a study of the Benguela current. During its […]
Now in our 13th year, the Canadian Water Summit (CWS) facilitates cooperation, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing among the many diverse groups that make up our Canadian water landscape as we advance our mission to build Canadaâs âBlue Economyâ. We cover a range of topics related to drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater at each of our events. […]
Interactive Summer Reading Program. We have stem activities, story times, crafts, take home crafts, education on ocean environment, paid performers, ocean trivia parties and more! Check out our Facebook for more details. Take a look at our online prize catalog. We have almost 5k in prizes to give away. Come in and find Wally the walrus […]
Summer is the best! Thereâs so many great things to dive into. If youâre looking for something to do, thereâs an Ocean of Possibilities at your local library! Whether you like movies, games, music, books, or just hanging out with friends, the library has it all. There are so many amazing stories with mystery, adventure, […]
Celebrate Endangered Species Day and World Ocean Day at OdySea Aquarium by partaking in Conservation Crafts! Guests 12 and under are encouraged to get creative and make an art project that represents an endangered species from a recycled material. Turn in your art piece alongside the submission form (can be accessed online via the link […]
OcĂ©an21 pour faire dĂ©couvrir Ă travers animations pour le jeune public, confĂ©rences, confĂ©rences, dĂ©bats, projections, expositions de photos ⊠le patrimoine naturel et culturel marin et sensibiliser le public aux enjeux de la biodiversitĂ© marine et Ă la prĂ©servation de ce patrimoine invisible. OrganisĂ© par la bibliothĂšque municipale de Nice avec les services ArchĂ©ologie et […]
Seaweed Around the Clock is the second edition of the largest global seaweed event uniting people and businesses of all backgrounds in order to talk about the growing seaweed industry. It will be all about raising awareness, showcasing innovations and funding organic seaweed farming. Our objective: with the support of the non-profit Seaweed First, we aim […]
The event will take place in two days in a municipal school, in SĂŁo Paulo - Brazil, the first day will be on June 2nd and the second day on June 24th. The event will serve 100 children from 3 to 5 years of age and will bring to school students interaction and awareness activities […]
The Oklahoma City Zoo and Bob Moore Subaru invite you to dive in to ocean conservation during this yearâs World Oceans Day event. This global celebration provides a unique opportunity to learn about, help protect and conserve our blue planet. Join the fun on Thursday, June 2, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., to learn […]
The thought of slowing climate change is often overwhelming, so much so that it leads to fear and inaction for individuals. But there is light where most people may not expect it! Register Today Living in our oceans, capturing carbon, providing habitat, and producing oxygen are brown, green and red seaweeds with so many potential […]
Oceans Week Victoria is a collaboration among local community organizations to help people learn and care about their big blue backyard. Oceans Week events include educational and recreational activities that explore and interact with our oceans. We are excited to celebrate a hybrid Oceans Week this year. Our Activity Calendar has in-person and virtual events, […]
With the support of the ĂEVKO Foundation and with the participation of Istanbul University Institute of Marine Sciences and Management (IU-DEBÄ°EN), Turkish Marine Research Foundation (TUDAV) and Search and Rescue at Sea (DAKSAR), we will organize the diving event as Respect to Depth Dive Group and Turkish Diver Club. With the diving event we will […]
California Institute of Environmental Design & Management (CIEDM) as grassroots has being doing our part to take local-based actions, as in past years, for supporting and participating in two large-scale yet closely related awareness campaigns simultaneously: National Rivers Month 2022 in the U.S. through June at national level and World Oceans Day 2022 on June […]
OceanBiome would conduct a Magroves Education program for Kalkuda zone students in coordination with the MJF Foundation to represent World Ocean Day. We'll be educating the importance of mangroves and their relevance to marine ecology to the students with some interactive sessions. Mangroves are tropical trees that grow in situations that most wood couldn't stand […]
As part of the âOcean of Possibilitiesâ summer theme at public libraries across the US, youâre invited to join your local library in a variety of activities â from movies, games, music, books, or just hanging out with friends (online opportunities available as well!). Check out your local library to learn more - and hereâs an […]
The 2022 edition of the Breathe World Oceans Day Swim on 4 June has received a boost with Consol Glass coming on board as the eventâs official title sponsor. Africaâs largest glass packaging producer is joining forces with Breathe Conservation to raise awareness around the need to eliminate single use plastics. Breathe Conservationâs work has […]
Galway Atlantaquaria and Move & Breathe invite you to join us for a beach clean up with Clean Coasts and Yoga session on Grattan Beach, Salthill. 11am Talk and Intro & Beach Clean with Garry from Galway Atlantaquaria LTD. 11.30am Yoga & Breathwork with SinĂ©ad from Move&Breathe.ie ( Bring your own mat/towel ) 12pm * […]
Celebrate at Kauai Ocean Discovery this Saturday, June 4th 11am-2pm with a Special Make & Take activity for kids. Plus Showtime Characters and sea life selfies! Learn more here.
As part of Ocean Week Canada, Ocean School is collaborating with MAPP_MTL to present The Ocean Station! During the day, people of all ages are invited to create their own marine creature that will be projected into a giant virtual Ocean after sunset. In the evening, test your knowledge of the Ocean and discover this […]
Theme: Be proactive changing agents for a sustainable ocean The activities include marine exhibitions from NGOs and related agencies, environmental talks, green market (plastic free), treasure hunt quiz, Reef Stakes game workshop, upcycling workshops and many more. Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/TAMECenter/
Meet a community of like minded youth and learn from 8+ organizations (from Fridays for Future to Women in Ocean Science) through panels, Q&As, and trainings over the course of three hours! Who's Invited: Any youth looking to help shape a better, greener worldâno activity experience necessary! Where: A zoom link will be sent to […]
This year, we will be returning to The Explorers Club for a week of unforgettable, in-person programming. Mark your calendars and get ready to sail the five Câs of our worldâs oceans: Creativity, Conservation, Collaboration, Community, and Celebration. Speaker announcements, a detailed schedule, and more surprises are coming soon! June 5th to 11th, 2022â Save the […]
(scroll down for English) Auf firmm.education haben wir eine kleine Online-Lektion zum Welttag der Ozeane vorbereitet und wollen damit zeigen, welch groĂe Bedeutung die Meere fĂŒr das Leben auf unserem Planeten haben. Mit Texten, Videos und interaktiven Grafiken erfĂ€hrst du: wie sich das Leben im Meer entwickelt hat was das Gleichgewicht im Ăkosystem Meer gefĂ€hrdet warum […]
Want to help clean up, fix up, and preserve biodiversity in the coastal wetlands and waterways of Moreton Bay? One of the best ways to help the environment is to take action! For World Environment Day and World Oceans Day we invite you to help clean up Dinah Island. Join the Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre […]
Help us shell-ebrate World Ocean Day on Sunday, June 5! Dive into Frost Science and our partnerâs work to save the reefs, protect the coastlines and teach the world about oceans and marine life. Youâll hear from some amazing conservationists working with marine plants and animals at the museum, then tackle the challenge of testing […]
Theme: Be proactive changing agents for a sustainable ocean The activities include marine exhibitions from NGOs and related agencies, environmental talks, green market (plastic free), treasure hunt quiz, Reef Stakes game workshop, upcycling workshops and many more. Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/TAMECenter/
MEOPAR is providing Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) training scheduled for June 6-9, 2022 at the University of Victoria, in British Columbia, Canada. This 4-day workshop will be conducted using an adaptation of the Blue Planning in Practice (BPIP) course to strengthen practical planning and implementation for practitioners responsible for coastal and marine planning and management from different […]
The Explorers Club has brought together nearly 20 virtual events for students to meet up with and learn from those on the frontlines of exploring, documenting, understanding, and protecting the global ocean. We live on a blue planet, come explore it with Exploring by the Seat of Your Pants! Learn more here
We have designed a week-long activity for 11-year-old students to consider how we can save our seas. Teams of four students discuss ocean pollution, sustainability, climate change, and the local coastal environment and mariculture industry to agree upon a problem they wish to address. This may range from harvesting plastics, water sensing and filtering, or […]
The aim of my event is to raise awareness of the importance of taking care of the Ocean among the students of my school. It will also provide information about how we can make a more sustainable ocean by changing habits and little actions in our daily routines. To elaborate on this activity I will use big […]
Vous ĂȘtes une classe au primaire de la francophonie? Venez dĂ©couvrir les facettes de lâocĂ©anographie grĂące Ă 16 webinaires scientifiques adaptĂ©s autour de la journĂ©e mondiale des OcĂ©ans et la dĂ©cennie des Nations Unies pour les sciences ocĂ©aniques au service du dĂ©veloppement durable (2021-2030). Au total,18 jeunes chercheurEs en ocĂ©anographie animeront ces webinaires et partageront […]
