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The Land We’re On
This week, Marinelab is thankful for the land that we are able to protect and use to educate the future generations. Land Acknowledgements are a way to show respect to the original stewards of this land. Read about Instructor Anne’s learning experience here
FREE marine science learning resources
MarineLab has free videos, activities, and lesson plans based on our marine science curriculum. Sarah tells us all the different ways these FREE resources can be used!
Haunted Happenings At Marinelab
Want to know how Marinelab celebrated the 2022 spooky season? Read ahead if you dare……
Caribbean Teacher Initiative
Caribbean teachers join MarineLab’s Summer Teacher Workshop in 2022 thanks to OCEEF.org
Marinelab Behind the Scenes: Coordinating It All
How do Marinelab trips come together so smoothly? Our coordinator Anne Hill talks about the behind-the-scene work that keeps our programs running efficiently and what it takes to plan a Marinelab visit!
Teachers asked…so we complied!
A new partnership provides educational content for before and after MarineLab programs
A Day In the Life of a MarineLab Instructor
Spend a day at MarineLab through the eyes of an instructor! Instructor Pat, our field specialist, explores what an average day looks like for him and why he loves being an educator here in the Florida Keys.
Who Comes to Marinelab?
Have you ever wondered where our schools and students visit from? Read about the different groups that have traveled to Marinelab over the years!
By Anne Hill, Marinelab Coordinator, and Ginette Hughes, CEO
MarineLab Through Fresh Eyes
Seasonal Instructor Clara Roth reflects on her first month at Marinelab and her first impressions of the programs, people, and snorkeling adventures. Read about her favorite moments so far!
MarineLab’s First HS Camp
Kim Burnett, guest blogger and chaperone for MarineLab’s first High School Summer Camp, shares her thoughts on the experience (spoiler: it’s a great program!)
Was that a sea potato?
MarineLab students have frequent encounters with these gentle marine giants! By Maria Laukaitis, Lead Field Instructor & Teaching Specialist
Why you can feel safe on MarineLab boats
Super safe boats and super safe staff at MarineLab
by Lead Captain Walker Gareri
So you want to be a marine biologist…
Our seagrass survey component, one of our citizen science options, gives students a glimpse into what being a marine biologist is REALLY like. By Sarah Egner, Senior VP Program Services
How do we get to MarineLab?
We’re an island that’s accessible by land!
by Anne Hill, MarineLab Coordinator
The People Behind The Scenes
Our education program has a great support staff! By Mary Quinn, Field Instructor
Strong swimmer to non-swimmer, we love them all!
We specialize in helping non-swimmers and first time snorkelers gain confidence in snorkeling! By Rachel Carrier, Operations Director
We’ve got data!
MarineLab students have the opportunity to participate in citizen science projects in our programs. By Emily Stuller, Citizen Science Data Coordinator
The Microplastics Lab’s Impact on Me
MarineLab’s Microplastics Lab Opens Everyone’s Eyes - by Sarah Egner, Sr. VP Program Services
Funding Opportunities
Learn about funding opportunities to help you bring a group to MarineLab - by Ginette Hughes, CEO